Woo Do Hwan is giving viewers a personal look at his hometown of Anyang, even pointing out the exact streets he used to walk to school.
The actor will appear on the September 1 episode of SBS variety show “Whenever Possible” alongside hosts Yoo Jae Suk and Yoo Yeon Seok, with Hyun Bin joining him as a guest.
During the episode, Woo Do Hwan reveals just how deeply connected he is to Anyang, where he was born and raised.
Woo Do Hwan Revisits His Old School Route
As the cast moves through the city, Woo Do Hwan repeatedly recognizes familiar places from his childhood.
At one point, he explains that he had just greeted his father and notes that the area is also part of his father’s commute. He later points out that he attended both middle school and high school in Anyang before identifying one street as his former route to school.
Woo Do Hwan even recalls how the neighborhood and nearby schools have changed over the years, surprising the cast with how well he remembers the area.
His detailed hometown knowledge quickly earns him the playful title of a new “son of Anyang.”
Woo Do Hwan Reveals His Unusual Abs Workout
The actor also shares a surprising story about how he developed his abdominal muscles.
After receiving compliments from the other cast members, Woo Do Hwan claims he built his abs during his school days by repeatedly hitting his stomach while walking.
He adds that he has never relied on traditional sit-ups.
Woo Do Hwan then demonstrates the unusual method, prompting Yoo Jae Suk to try it himself. The attempt does not go quite as planned, with Yoo quickly reacting to the pain.
Woo Do Hwan then offers a gentler alternative, joking that lightly poking the stomach with a finger can work when the stronger method becomes too painful.
Woo Do Hwan is also expected to show his competitive side during the episode. According to the preview, he throws himself into the show’s missions and even gets down on his knees in an effort to succeed. The combination of hometown stories, unexpected fitness tips and intense competitiveness is expected to give viewers a more relaxed and playful side of the actor.
Woo Do Hwan and Hyun Bin Prepare for ‘Made in Korea’ Season 2
The appearance also comes shortly before Woo Do Hwan and Hyun Bin return in Disney+ series “Made in Korea” Season 2, which is scheduled for release on September 9.
Set in 1970s South Korea, the noir drama centers on Baek Ki Tae, played by Hyun Bin, a KCIA agent who secretly lives a second life as a smuggler. The story also follows prosecutor Jang Geon Young, played by Jung Woo Sung, as he pursues him.
Season 1 was released in December 2025 and concluded after six episodes. Season 2 jumps forward nine years and follows Baek Ki Tae as his ambitions grow even more dangerous.
The September 1 episode of “Whenever Possible” airs on SBS at 9 p.m. KST.
Editor’s Insight
Anyang is sa small city located in Gyeonggi Province nearby Seoul. The name Anyang translates from Korean as a “peaceful place” or “paradise,” originating from the historic Anyangsa Buddhist temple. Anyang was long famous across Korea for its sweet local grapes, which remain a cherished regional brand and gift item today. Other famous people from Anyang include Mingyu from the popular global K-pop group SEVENTEEN.