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As per Naver, Hamin, a member of the five-member boy group BXB, has been confirmed as the lead in the upcoming BL (Boys' Love) drama Heart Stain. Adapted from a popular webtoon, Heart Stain will bring the compelling story of first love to the screen.
Scheduled for release in the first half of 2025, the drama promises to deliver an emotional and relatable storyline of youthful romance, as Hamin’s character finds himself in a complex love triangle. Heart Stain gained popularity as a webtoon due to its relatable and heartwarming portrayal of first love.
Heart Stain: What character does Hamin play?
Produced by Oak Company, Heart Stain follows Park Do-ha, a high school student with a crush on his friend Yoon Woo-hyun. The storyline revolves around Do-ha’s unrequited feelings and an unusual bet with Woo-hyun to date until graduation.
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Complicating matters, Do-ha is also drawn to his homeroom teacher, forming a love triangle that weaves together moments of innocence, humor, and longing. As Do-ha, Hamin will portray a teenager's sensitive, youthful spirit experiencing the thrills and uncertainties of first love, with scenes that capture his endearing attempts to win Woo-hyun’s affection.
Speaking through his agency Wolfburn about Heart Stain, the K-pop singer said:
“I am worried and burdened because this is my first time taking on the lead role, but I will work hard and act happily with a grateful heart to those who have given me this great opportunity.”
The original series, known for its sweet and gentle story, became a fan favorite and eventually received an additional side story thanks to its enduring popularity with readers. By depicting the delicate emotions of young love, it appealed to multiple generations and became a beloved work that maintained a steady fan base.
More about BXB and Hamin
Known as Boy By Brush, BXB consists of five members: Jihun, Hyunwoo, Siwoo, Hamin, and June. They officially debuted with their first mini album, Flight and A New Beginning, on January 30, 2023. BXB gained recognition as "Team 4" on the JTBC survival show Peak Time, where they impressed audiences with their musical abilities.
Since then, they have been actively releasing music, participating in fan meetings domestically and internationally, and recently starred in a short-form drama titled Contract Schooling. They recently made a notable appearance at the K-EXPO INDONESIA 2024, holding a mini-fan meeting, which marked a significant moment in their ongoing international promotion.
Kim Kangmin, known by his stage name Hamin, initially gained attention as a contestant on the survival show Extreme Debut: Wild Idol, where he was introduced as contestant #4 before being eliminated in the third episode. As a vocalist, he trained for four years and one month before officially debuting.
Before joining BXB, he was a member of TRCNG, debuting with the group under TS Entertainment on October 10, 2017. After his contract expired on February 28, 2022, the idol announced his departure from TRCNG and the agency on March 27, 2022. Shortly after, in the same year, he signed with Wolfburn to pursue new opportunities.
