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Moving star Lee Jung Ha is set to make his variety show debut alongside BLACKPINK member Jennie and other celebrities in a new tvN program. The 25-year-old actor, who gained global fame for his role as Kim Bong Seok in the Disney+ series Moving, has confirmed his participation in the upcoming show titled Apartment 404, according to an exclusive report by Sport Chosun.

What is 'Apartment 404' About?

Apartment 404 is a new entertainment program produced by Jung Cheol Min, the same PD behind the popular show Running Man. The show will feature a cast of celebrities who will live together in a mysterious apartment and complete various missions.

(Photo : Lee Jung Ha Instagram) The cast includes veteran comedian and host Yoo Jae Seok, who will lead the team of residents. He will be joined by actor Cha Tae Hyun, who is also Lee Jung Ha’s co-star in Moving. The two actors will reunite in the variety show after playing father and son in the Disney+ series.

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(Photo : Antenna Official) Yoo Jae Suk Another cast member who will add more star power to the show is BLACKPINK’s Jennie. The K-pop idol, who is known for her chic and charismatic image on stage, will show a different side of herself in the variety show. Fans are excited to see how she will interact with the other cast members and cope with the challenges.

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Lee Jung Ha’s Rising Popularity After 'Moving'

Lee Jung Ha is one of the breakout stars of Moving, a sci-fi action series that follows a family of superpowered agents who are on the run from a secret organization. Lee Jung Ha plays Kim Bong Seok, a high school student who can fly and has supersenses. He is the son of Kim Doo Shik (Jo In Sung) and Lee Mi Hyun (Han Hyo Joo), both former agents with their own abilities.

(Photo : Elle Korea) The actor impressed viewers with his acting skills and his physical transformation for the role. He revealed that he gained 30 kg to portray Kim Bong Seok, who is overweight and bullied at school. He said that he was happy to eat a lot and become closer to his character. “I was really happy to be able to eat,” he said, as obtained by a news outlet, adding, "As I gradually gained weight, I wanted to become Bong Seok as soon as possible, and the more I gained, the more I could see him." Moving aired 20 episodes on Disney+ and received positive reviews from critics and fans. The series also became a global hit, reaching the top spot on the streaming platform’s charts in several countries. Many viewers are hoping for a second season of the show, but there is no official confirmation yet from the producers or the cast.

Lee Jung Ha’s Upcoming Projects

Apart from joining 'Apartment 404', Lee Jung Ha is also busy with his other projects. He is currently filming for a new K-drama called One: High School Heroes, based on a webtoon of the same name. The drama is directed by Lee Sung Tae, who also helmed the movie Quantum Physics.

Lee Jung Ha, the rising star who played Kim Bong Seok in the hit K-drama ‘Moving’, recently opened up about his experience working on the show and how it changed his life. In an interview with Elle Korea, he showed off his charming personality and his resemblance to his character.

Lee Jung Ha's Popularity Skyrockets Thanks to 'Moving'

‘Moving’ is a webtoon-based K-drama that tells the story of a family with supernatural powers who try to hide their secrets from the world. Lee Jung Ha played Kim Bong Seok, the son of Kim Doo Shik (Jo In Sung) and Lee Mi Hyun (Han Hyo Joo), who inherited his father’s ability to fly and his mother’s supersenses.

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(Photo : Elle Korea) The show was a huge success, garnering praise from critics and viewers alike. It also boosted the popularity of Lee Jung Ha, who impressed the audience with his acting skills and charisma. Lee Jung Ha revealed that he is now being recognized in public thanks to ‘Moving’. He said, “I felt loved, especially when the apartment residents recognized me in the elevator!” He added, “It’s amazing, and I feel motivated to do well.”

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(Photo : Elle Korea) He also shared that some people asked him to fly like Bong Seok. He joked, “If you want, I can make you a flying gesture.”

Lee Jung Ha on Closeness With Go Yoon Jung, Kim Do Hoon

Lee Jung Ha also talked about his relationship with his co-stars, especially those who were around his age. He said that he was closest to Go Yoon Jung, who played Jang Hee Soo, Bong Seok’s friend and love interest. “I had most of the fun and happy moments on set, but Yoon Jung helped me a lot so that I could do well without losing my smile, even when it was difficult at times,” he said. He added that Go Yoon Jung was like an older sister to him in real life.

(Photo : Lee Jung Ha Instagram) He also mentioned Kim Do Hoon, who played Lee Kang Hoon, Bong Seok’s rival and Hee Soo’s ex-boyfriend. He said that they didn’t have much screen time together, but they were close on the set. “I enjoyed every moment, whether we were complaining or laughing,” he said, referring to his friendship with Kim Do Hoon and Go Yoon Jung.

Lee Jung Ha, Jo In Sung's Father-Son Closeness Delights Public

As ‘Moving’ came to an end, Lee Jung Ha expressed his gratitude to his fans and his on-screen parents, Jo In Sung and Han Hyo Joo. He posted some behind-the-scenes photos on his Instagram account, showing their warm chemistry.

Kim Do Hoon He wrote, “Thank you for loving Kim Bong Seok. I learned a lot from Doo Shik and Mi Hyun. I love you.” Jo In Sung replied to his post as if he were Kim Doo Shik. He wrote, “I have to go somewhere. Come and get your booze on.” The fans were delighted by their father-son interaction and praised their acting. ‘Moving’ was one of the most popular K-dramas of 2023, attracting millions of viewers worldwide. It was also praised for its original story, thrilling plot twists, and stellar cast.