Byeon Woo Seok receives follow-back from favorite soccer player, Son Heung Min

Popular actor Byeon Woo Seok, known for his breakout role in 'Lovely Runner', has solidified his status as a dedicated soccer fan, particularly of Tottenham Hotspur F.C. and its star player, Son Heung Min. Recently, Byeon delighted fans by sharing an Instagram story featuring a t-shirt gifted by Son Heung Min, proudly captioned "successful fan". The post quickly caught Son's attention, leading the soccer icon to repost Byeon's story on his own account, sparking a wave of excitement among their followers. Moreover, fans were also thrilled to discover that both Byeon Woo Seok and Son Heung Min have started following each other on Instagram.

In a revealing interview with GQ earlier, Byeon Woo Seok openly expressed his admiration for Son Heung Min, revealing his long standing support for Tottenham's matches whenever his schedule permits. Recounting a personal encounter with Son, Byeon fondly recalled an earnest moment where he expressed his fandom.

Byeon Woo Seok shared, "I always watch Tottenham games whenever I have some free time. I am a long-time fan of Son Heung Min. I once bumped into him, and just like when I met RIIZE, I held his hand and said, ‘Hyung, I am a fan! I am working hard and rooting for you!’ But then I realized that he was born in 1992, and I am born in 1991. But since he is cool, he can be the hyung. I am always passionately rooting for him”, as reported by Koreaboo.

Fans expressed their enthusiasm, with comments like, "Wow they even followed each other", and "Wow he’s following him back. A true successful fan. So jealous". Another admirer remarked, "Byeon Woo Seok, you have truly become famous", while others pondered the nature of their relationship, stating, "I wonder how they know each other? Being a celebrity is the best".