Actor Ahn Hyo-seop is once again drawing public attention with his hard work, giving fans everything they want.
On the 1st, a video of Ahn Hyo-seop covering the song 'Free' from the OST of the global animation project Netflix's 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' was released, receiving enthusiastic responses from fans. Ahn Hyo-seop, who plays the role of 'Jin-woo', the leader of the boy group 'Lion Boys', has been praised for enhancing the immersion of his character through both voice acting and singing.
Since its global release on the 20th of last month, 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' has created a global box office phenomenon, ranking first in Netflix's Top 10 Movies for 11 consecutive days according to FlixPatrol's tally. Notably, the OST has achieved the remarkable feat of reaching 8th place on the Billboard 200 chart, with several tracks, including 'Free', entering the upper ranks of the Spotify Global Chart, highlighting its musical quality.
Among them, the released cover video of Ahn Hyo-seop's 'Free' serves as a surprise content that enriches the narrative of his character, and fans' reactions have been fervent. Immediately after the video was released, various responses flooded social media, with comments like "His vocal skills are idol-level" and "At this point, he should really debut," gathering explosive interest in a short time.
Ahn Hyo-seop took on his first voice acting challenge by delivering all his lines in English in this project. Nevertheless, with stable vocalization and delicate expressiveness, he breathed life into his character, leaving a strong impression on global fans. His decision to showcase an OST cover goes beyond a simple event, interpreted as 'Ahn Hyo-seop's fan service' that reflects his versatility as an actor and genuine affection for the work and character.
As Ahn Hyo-seop stands at the center of attention with this global project, he is set to make his screen debut in the upcoming film 'All-Round Reader' scheduled for release on the 23rd. Playing the role of 'The Director', he is expected to showcase another acting transformation with a strong atmosphere and mysterious presence.
Following that, in the drama 'Today, It’s Sold Out', which is set to air in the first half of 2026, he will appear as a character closely tied to reality. His flexible acting spectrum, crossing genres and characters, shows that Ahn Hyo-seop is establishing himself as a reliable actor beyond just a star.
Most impressively, he maintains consistent communication with his fans. He has been sharing over 10 fan meeting live clip videos for free on YouTube and has showcased OST cover videos, continuing to build a bond with fans through heartfelt content. This is why the nickname "fan fool" is not at all excessive.
In this way, Ahn Hyo-seop is pouring his passion into his work, content, and interaction with fans from various angles. His unceasing efforts make us look forward not only to 2025 but also to his future activities.
[Geum Bit-na, MK Sports Reporter]
