Kapanlagi.com - A shocking announcement has come from the South Korean entertainment industry and fans of K-dramas and anime. Netflix has officially announced that actor Byeon Woo Seok will play the main character in the live action version of SOLO LEVELING, a series adapted from a popular web novel and webtoon.
Byeon Woo Seok, known for his role in the drama LOVELY RUNNER, is now preparing to bring to life the character Sung Jin Woo, a Level E Hunter who is weak but undergoes an extraordinary transformation. This marks a significant collaboration between a top actor and a global production house.
In its official announcement on Thursday, July 10, 2025, Netflix referred to SOLO LEVELING as a global IP that has been successful across various platforms. Now, with the arrival of the live action version, fan expectations are even higher. Check out the full explanation below.
Surprising Everyone, Byeon Woo Seok Selected as the Cast of 'SOLO LEVELING' (credit: instagram/netflixid)
On July 10, 2025, Netflix officially announced that Byeon Woo Seok will be the main cast in the live-action adaptation series of SOLO LEVELING. He will portray the character Sung Jin Woo, the Hunter with a journey full of extreme changes.
In their post, Netflix stated that SOLO LEVELING, which previously succeeded as an anime and webcomic, will be made into a live-action version, and Byeon Woo Seok has been prepared to fill the main role, which will be aired on Netflix.
Sung Jin Woo is a character with a very challenging background, a level E Hunter who is considered the weakest among all Hunters. His role requires not only physical strength but also strong emotional depth.
In his story, Jin Woo experiences near death in a dungeon, but that event triggers a significant change. He gains new abilities that allow him to "level up" and ultimately become the strongest Hunter known to the world.
Surprising Everyone, Byeon Woo Seok Selected as the Cast of 'SOLO LEVELING' (credit: instagram/byeonwooseok)
Byeon Woo Seok's involvement in this project was met with enthusiasm by fans, both from the Korean drama lovers and the anime community. They are curious about how the actor will portray the character Sung Jin Woo with its dark side and significant character development.
Fans also associate this with the achievements of the anime SOLO LEVELING, which at the beginning of 2025 swept various awards at the Crunchyroll Awards. Including Anime of the Year, Best Action, and Best Character, which reinforces its status as a highly beloved global franchise.
Byeon Woo Seok was previously known for his emotional and complex roles in various genres, peaking with his role in LOVELY RUNNER, which brought him international fame. He has been in the public eye for his profound acting skills.
Now, through SOLO LEVELING, he faces a new challenge: portraying a character with a journey from the lowest point to becoming humanity's last hope. The character Sung Jin Woo is known to have many layers of complex emotions.
Surprising News, Byeon Woo Seok Selected as the Lead Actor for 'SOLO LEVELING' (credit: instagram/byeonwooseok)
This live-action project is directed by Lee Hae Jun, a creative figure who has directed films such as ASHFALL, LIKE A VIRGIN, and CASTAWAY ON THE MOON. His cinematic experience in the survival and drama genres has many looking forward to his interpretation of SOLO LEVELING.
Lee Hae Jun is not alone in this project. He will collaborate with Kim Byung Seo, a director known for his striking visuals and unique storytelling approach. Their collaboration adds optimism regarding the quality of this series.
Q: Who is playing Sung Jin Woo in the live action SOLO LEVELING?
A: Byeon Woo Seok has been officially confirmed by Netflix as the actor for the character Sung Jin Woo.
Q: When will the live action version of SOLO LEVELING be released on Netflix?
A: As of now, Netflix has not announced an official release date for its live action show.
Q: What formats has SOLO LEVELING been adapted into before?
A: SOLO LEVELING has been adapted into a webtoon, anime, and video game before finally being made into a live action version.
Q: Why was Byeon Woo Seok chosen as the lead actor?
A: Because of his popularity and impressive acting skills, especially after his huge success in LOVELY RUNNER.
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