Ma Dong-seok Checks In With Fans With Finger Heart After Father’s Passing
Ma Dong-seok shared a finger-heart photo on social media about a month after his father’s passing. The actor is currently filming The Roundup 5, slated for a 2027 release.
Actor Ma Dong-seok checked in with fans on social media approximately one month after his father's passing. On July 5, Ma Dong-seok posted a photo on his social media wearing a black shirt and making a finger heart while looking at the camera.
In the photo, Ma Dong-seok wore his characteristic warm and shy smile. Along with the photo, he left a short message saying "Neuk-keu-keu^^," sharing a lighthearted update.
Finger heart update left with 'Neuk-keu-keu^^'
This post drew attention as it was the first news shared by Ma Dong-seok about a month after mourning his father. Netizens welcomed him with comments such as "I will find strength once again through Dong-seok hyung's smile" and "Please stay an eternal Young-keu-keu (young and trendy person)."
The term 'Neuk-keu-keu' used by Ma Dong-seok is a twist on the meme 'Young-keu-keu' recently used online. 'Young-keu-keu' originated from the lyrics of the song 'YOUNGCREATORCREW' by the group CORTIS, meaning a person with young and trendy sensibilities. By changing the first syllable, Ma Dong-seok revealed a playful side by lightly self-deprecating.
Fellow actor Kyung Soo-jin also responded to Ma Dong-seok's finger heart pose by leaving a comment saying "Heart Boy."
'The Roundup 5' began filming in May
Ma Dong-seok is currently continuing filming for the movie 'The Roundup 5,' which aims for a 2027 release. 'The Roundup 5' began filming this past May.
This means he is continuing his scheduled film activities even after experiencing the personal matter of his father's passing. The social media post was also seen as an update for fans while he is in the middle of filming.
Ye Jung-hwa and May 2024 wedding
Ma Dong-seok has been in a public relationship with actress Ye Jung-hwa since 2016. The two also drew attention due to their 17-year age difference and became a legal couple through marriage registration in 2021.
Ma Dong-seok and Ye Jung-hwa held their wedding ceremony in May 2024. Ma Dong-seok is preparing for his next work release while continuing movie filming, daily life, and communication with fans.
