Actor Yoo Ah in he reaffirmed his elite status on the screen through back-to-back successes The game AND Hi-fivepushing praise and desire to see him more in action.
According to the Corean Film Council, Hi-five Added 134,335 spectators more on June 8, exceeding 1 million admissions only nine days after its release. It is the fifth Korean film of 2025 hitting this goal.
The film follows five people who unexpectedly earn superpowers through organ transplants and clash with those who try to exploit their skills. Yoo Ah-in interpret Give dongA “Fricchettone” Superpotenses Wielder capable of manipulating electronics and electromagnetic waves through corneal transplantation.
From the moment it appears, Yoo Ah-in I steal the scene. With a dramatic film of his fingers, he checks the lighting, orchestra the shutters of the camera and transforms a trivial commercial space into a personal catwalk. The sequence is arresting visually and reveals its safe presence of the screen.
It provides both swarming and vulnerability, roller without effort between comic times and emotional depth. His chemistry with Ahn Jae-Hong It is a culminating point, without stage objects, based exclusively on expression and tone, Yoo Ah-in correspondences Ahn Jae-Hong’s Qualified comic performance.
The public comments reflect the acclamation:
- You can’t enjoy Yoo Ah-in- (Wini ****)
- He is such a precious actor – (Fowe ****)
- I learned that he too can manage the light comedy – (Kimg ****)
- The film lights up thanks to Yoo Ah-in- (Aqua ****)
- It really has a diabolical talent! – (Shin ****)
This praise follows its acclaimed representation in March The gamewhere he embodied Go to SE-DOAn Manhwa version of Legendary Go Player Lee Chang-Ho. His limited and emotional -free recitation style has left a deep impression and helped the film to draw 2.14 million viewers.
Given the slow box office of Korea and the growing expectations of the public, it is right to call it Yoo Ah-in’s Second was first. His recent films, including Voice of silence AND Seoul atmosphereHe further shows his momentum.
The unfortunate warning: Yoo Ah-in’s The moment comes in the midst of a two -year break due to a high -profile drug case. Although he received a prison sentence suspended at the Court of Appeal, the Supreme Court has not yet decided. Hi-five He marks his latest unpublished project shot in front of the scandal.
The experts in the sector believe Yoo Ah-in’s The acting ability is beyond the comparison – there is no real replacement – but it agrees that the feeling and public timing must be carefully considered. A shared manufacturer, “We have not launched specific projects, but many are recently mentioning the name of Yoo Ah-in.”
Film critic Yang Kyung-Mi He echoed the fact that while his performance seems electrical, a complete return could still be premature. He noticed, “While we cannot deny his recitative talent, the public keeps entertainers to a higher moral standard than politicians. Until there is a final legal decision, the hesitation is understandable. “
Yoo Ah-in’s Recent performances are a testimony of his art without impact. However, since critics and fans discuss the path forward, it is clear that his future depends not only on his talent, but on the resolution of his legal and moral disputes.
