ITZY member Ryujin delighted viewers with a surprise cameo in the finale of JTBC’s weekend drama Born-again beginneroffering one of the funniest moments of the episode through an unexpected body swap with actor Lee Jun Young.
The final episode (episode 12), which aired on July 5, focused on another supernatural twist involving Kang Yong Ho (played by Son Hyun Joo) and Hwang Jun Hyun (played by Lee Jun Young).
When Kang Yong Ho saw Hwang Jun Hyun sharing a kiss with Kang Bang Geul (played by Lee Joo Myung), he rushed towards the couple in anger. Before he could face them, Hwang Jun Hyun, Kang Yong Ho, and Ryujin accidentally collided. The impact triggered a supernatural soul swap, leaving Hwang Jun Hyun and Ryujin trapped in each other’s bodies.
Following the unexpected body swap, Ryujin, now inhabiting Hwang Jun Hyun’s body, desperately tried to convince everyone of his true identity. To prove who she was, she even broke into ITZY’s signature choreography, hoping that those around her would recognize her. Unfortunately for her, no one believed the performance, creating one of the finale’s biggest comedic moments. The lighthearted sequence showcased Ryujin’s natural comedic timing while adding a fun fantasy twist to the drama’s conclusion.
Although his appearance was brief, Ryujin’s unexpected guest role gave fans a pleasant surprise and provided a fun ending Born-again beginner.
The idol’s energetic performance, combined with the drama’s body-swap premise, provided a fitting final laugh as the JTBC series concluded its run.
Sources: Daum | Daily TV
