“Pump Up The Healthy Love” Flexes Lee Jun Young as Passionate Gym Manager

KBS 2TV’s upcoming Wednesday-Thursday drama, Pump Up The Healthy Love, set to premiere on April 30 at 9:50 PM, is a hilarious comedy that follows a passionate gym owner who helps transform the lives of his troubled members.

Lee Jun Young takes on the role of Do Hyun-joong, a former world-class bodybuilder who unexpectedly finds himself running a struggling gym. Once a frail baby weighing less than a 1.5 kg dumbbell, he turned his life around through sheer dedication to fitness. Now, as a gym manager, he navigates the fierce competition between self-employed trainers while striving to keep his business afloat.

A newly released still cut showcases Lee Jun-young’s striking transformation into the intense and charismatic gym manager. His commanding presence, sharp gaze, and fiery determination to push his members to their limits highlight his deep commitment to the role. With a personality that’s both relentless and endearing, Do Hyun-joong is set to bring both laughs and heartfelt moments to the screen.

The production team praised Lee Jun-young’s dedication, revealing that he trained rigorously and fully immersed himself in the script despite his busy schedule. They described his interpretation of the character as fresh and uniquely his own, promising an unforgettable performance.

Directed by Park Jun-soo (Gaus Electronics, The God of Music) and written by Kim Ji-soo (Birthcare Center), Pump Up The Healthy Love is shaping up to be an exciting and unconventional health drama. Don’t miss its grand premiere on April 30.