Rising YouTuber Actor Heo Sung-tae’s Viral Challenge Venture
From SNL Viral Dances to YouTube Shenanigans
A New Talent Emerges on YouTube
In an unexpected yet charming turn of events, acclaimed actor Heo Sung-tae has embarked on a new journey as a YouTube content creator. Best known for his charismatic performances in dramas and his previous stint on SNL Korea Season 2, Heo is now capturing hearts online with his quirky, offbeat challenges.
Behind-the-Scenes with ‘Good Boy’ Cast
On the 13th of this month, fans were treated to a special behind-the-scenes glimpse into the new JTBC drama ‘Good Boy’. In the episode titled ‘[SUB] Enter the Royal Palace | TEAM Good Boy | Compilation ep.61’ on YouTube, the main cast including Park Bo-gum, Kim So-hyun, Lee Sang-yi, Heo Sung-tae, and Tae Won-seok delighted viewers with their charisma and camaraderie.
Amongst the cast, Heo Sung-tae stood out with his playful charm, introducing himself with a playful cheek heart gesture, and mentioning his new YouTube channel ‘Heo-vely’. This seemingly innocent introduction masked a quirky mission he had assigned himself.
The Rise of a New Meme
The production team later revealed a twist during the shoot – there was a spy among the cast! It turned out that the cheek heart gesture, along with a yawn, were part of Heo’s assigned secret missions for the day. Having failed to complete the yawning, he faced a humorous consequence: performing the ‘Eee-Jjuang’ challenge, poised to become the new viral sensation of 2025.
Heo executed the challenge with his trademark cheeky expressions, evoking laughter and admiration alike. The video, promptly uploaded to the ‘Good Boy’ channel, hints at the birth of yet another meme in the making.
From ‘Cocaine Dance’ to New Heights
Not a stranger to online fame, Heo first went viral with his ‘Cocaine Dance’ performance on SNL Korea. Known for its audacious and captivating masculinity, the dance positioned Heo as an unexpected internet star, earning him the nickname ‘Heo-caine’ among his growing fandom.
Heo detailed the inspiration behind the dance: “I watched a male creator’s clip on my way to the set, memorizing just the key points – removing a hat, baring a shoulder, and holding my neck – and let the music guide me,” he recalled.
Whether through innovative content or magnetic screen presence, Heo Sung-tae continues to reinvent his public persona, bridging the gap between serious acting and light-hearted digital content. As he navigates this exciting new chapter, fans eagerly anticipate the next surprise from this versatile star.
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