The exciting coming-of-age storyline and relatable characters definitely drew your attention. Though, we can easily tell that one of the major reasons why the series was highly anticipated was NCT’s JaeHyun’s first TV appearance. A lot of NCTzens (NCT’s fandom) had eagerly waited for the kickoff of his acting career. Whether you have already binged “Dear.M” or not, here are the reasons why you will want to return to this drama to appreciate JaeHyun’s K-Drama debut: The article might contain spoilers of the storyline.
1. JaeHyun’s youthful vibe
While JaeHyun’s idol looks have impressed us multiple times, the young college boy is a concept that made the artist an ultimate heartthrob. Cha MinHo is a character you instantly fall for - the long bangs, cute sweaters, and goofy personality are the feature of perfect boyfriend material. JaeHyun was an ideal fit for the role, not only because of his charming looks but also his ability to convey the bright personality of the young student.
2. JaeHyun in a romantic setting
Friends-to-lovers is a concept most beloved by K-Drama audiences - Ma JooAh and Cha MinHo aren’t an exception. “Dear.M” viewers adored all the interaction between the characters. It’s practically impossible not to wimp over the heartwarming lines that depict the friends’ long and faithful support. The deep connection between them makes us also root for Cha MinHo, who’s the first one to acknowledge his true feelings. JaeHyun’s acting made his character appear as a shy, sweetheart boy, who pays attention to small details. Despite being a newcomer he was able to nail the role, which resulted in building up a suspenseful and stirring atmosphere in the drama. Undoubtedly, the idol’s incredible talent made us think over JaeHyun-actor.
3. Charming OST by JaeHyun
Obviously, besides the acting debut of JaeHyun, we couldn’t help but to wish for a romantic K-Drama OST with his part. Fortunately, the idol didn’t fail us and sang 2 songs - a cover of ‘Look At Me’ and ‘Something’s Wrong’ with Park HyeSu. Hopefully, we will yet get to add these records to our playlists on music platforms, but regardless of that, it’s amazing to hear new music from JaeHyun with a fresh concept. Moreover, the OST added his character and the drama’s love story a genuine charm and made the scenes even more memorable.
4. JaeHyun’s role as an inspiration
JaeHyun plays a passionate Computer Engineering student, who dreams to be an app developer. Due to his disadvantaged background, Cha MinHo experiences many obstacles while pursuing his wish. With the support of his friends and strong determination, he courageously moves toward the desired future. JaeHyun as an ambitious, hardworking student inspires his fans who are currently at the same stage of life and going through various struggles of adolescence.
5. JaeHyun’s devotion as an actor
The idol was really devoted to making a successful first on-screen appearance. In the 5th episode of “NCT World 2.0” fans found out about his strict diet to keep a perfect figure for the role. Moreover, the NCTzens figured what his schedule would have looked like - during the filming of “Dear.M” JaeHyun did not resume his activity as an idol, juggling between the shootings and various performances. His hard work makes us value the debut even more and we are truly in awe of his passion. The artist’s attitude confirms that he strives to be the best and surely we will yet get to see him as an award winner for his acting competence.
6. JaeHyun’s challenging debut
Park HyeSu’s controversy that sparked before the premiere of the drama made bad publicity and prevented it from being emitted on Korean TV until now. Moreover, the premiere was postponed for a long time, making NCTzen wonder whether they would have been able to see JaeHyun’s first acting work. Fortunately, “Dear.M” finally came out on global streaming platforms. Despite all the unfortunate events, we are able to see JaeHyun’s great potential in the new field. Although we wish his first project could get more recognition, the hardships he experiences make us value his work even more and root for the future development of his career. What are your thoughts on JaeHyun’s debut in “Dear.M”? Has he become your new favorite K-Drama actor? “ACTOR JAEHYUN IS BACK” Trends On Twitter Worldwide As NCT’s JaeHyun Is Confirmed For Upcoming Drama FANBUZZ|Nov 2, 2021 “Dear.M” (2022 Drama): Cast & Summary KDRAMA STORIES|Jun 29, 2022 The 4 Supporting Actors Of Awaited Drama “Dear.M” You Need To Know About KDRAMA STORIES|Feb 19, 2021 Fans Are Concern For NCT JaeHyun’s Health After Noticing His Busy Schedule KPOP STORIES|Jan 29, 2021 7 Best Coming Of Age K-Dramas KDRAMA STORIES|Jun 14, 2022
