Actor Park Bo Gum surprised fans with a dazzling new twist in his career, stepping into the role of a weather announcer on JTBC’s Newsroom on May 26, KST. Fans were left utterly stunned by this unexpected appearance, which added an exciting chapter to his already notable career.
Dressed in a national team uniform emblazoned with the Korean flag, Park Bo Gum presented the weather forecast for the following day, capturing the attention of viewers with his poised delivery. His professional demeanor didn’t go unnoticed; viewers praised his soothing voice, clear pronunciation, and perfect gestures, all reminiscent of a seasoned announcer.
Netizens took to social media to express their admiration and surprise at Park’s presentation skills. Comments ranged from light-hearted remarks about his striking visuals—“His eyes are so sparkly”—to enthusiastic requests for him to make similar appearances in the future. One fan humorously admitted, “I couldn’t even hear what he was saying because I was too focused on his face!”
Some comments revealed a playful longing for more: “Is weather forecasting supposed to be this exciting?” Another user joked, “If he were the weathercaster every day, I would tune into Newsroom without fail.”
This charming guest spot appears to be part of the promotional strategy for Park’s upcoming drama, Good Boy, set to premiere on May 31 at 10:40 p.m. KST. With anticipation building for the drama and Park’s unique foray into weather announcing, it’s clear his versatility is keeping fans intrigued.
Check out some snapshots from Park Bo Gum’s memorable stint on Newsroom below.
