On April 21, 2025, Netflix arranged a highly anticipated press event for the upcoming series Weak Hero Class 2 at Hotel Naru Seoul MGallery, situated in Mapo-gu, Seoul. Among the attendees were notable cast members including Park Ji-hoon, Lee Min-jae, Yoo Soo-bin, Choi Min-young, Lee Jun-young, Bae Na-ra, and Ryeoun.
The gathering also featured Director Yoo Su-min and Chief Producer Han Jun-hee, who provided insights into this new chapter that builds upon the story from the inaugural season. A particular exchange between Park Ji-hoon and Lee Jun-young captured the audience’s imagination and sparked a flurry of discussions across social media platforms.
During the event, a spontaneous interaction between Ji-hoon and Jun-young quickly became a highlight. Observing Ji-hoon’s amusing reaction to Jun-young’s expression, fans couldn’t help but note Ryeoun’s laughter alongside them. One user on X humorously commented:
“AHN SUHO GET OUT OF THAT BED NOW.”
This moment, which was caught on video, went viral due to the palpable chemistry among the cast members.
“Okay I kinda ship jihoon and junyoung now,”a fan remarked.
“Is he blushing? 🤭 pj has incredible chemistry with make costars, Netflix give him a great BL,”a user said.
“HELLOOOO WHAT WAS THAT JIHOON JUNYOUNG? jihoon was NOT slick with that gay panic gaaah,”a person shared.
After an almost two-year hiatus from significant updates, fans expressed their excitement about official season 2 announcements on various online platforms. The anticipation among viewers is palpable, with countless emotional and enthusiastic reactions surfacing in response to the news.
“After almost 2 years of surviving with script reading pics, now we finally got the NEW VERSION. MY BELOVED WHC2 GANG!!! 😭🤍,”a netizen mentioned.
“I can’t believe we’re finally getting whc2 after such a long wait 😭,”a viewer noted.
“Finally the long wait is over!!! weak hero class 2 is coming ❤️🔥,”another fan added.
Insights Into Weak Hero Class 2
The second season of Weak Hero Class is poised to expand upon the story of Yeon Si-eun, a high-achieving student who transfers to Eunjang High School after experiencing a traumatic incident involving a friend. The narrative not only continues the previous arcs but also introduces new characters that further enrich the plot.
As Si-eun navigates through new challenges, he must confront the shadows of his past while dealing with the lingering trauma of feeling powerless to protect his friend. Park Ji-hoon reprises his role as Yeon Si-eun, joined by a talented ensemble including Ryeoun, Choi Min-young, Yoo Soo-bin, Bae Na-ra, and Lee Min-jae in significant roles. Reflecting on his character, Park Ji-hoon commented (via K-Entertainment News):
“It’s a story about a boy growing up as he confronts even greater violence. I tried to express Yeon Si-eun’s emotions more deeply. Unlike ‘Class 1,’ I wanted to infuse a sense of desperation into his gaze. Please look forward to the new friends he meets and the new battles he faces.”
Weak Hero Class 2 is set to debut on April 25, and expectations among fans are incredibly high following the success of its predecessor, which launched in 2022. The first season captivated audiences globally, consistently ranking in Netflix’s Top 10 series (non-English) for two weeks and maintaining a presence in the Top 10 list across 70 countries.