Study Group: K-drama earns 9.0 rating on MyDramaList as Hwang Min-hyun leads action-packed series, synopsis

The 12-part drama, which was released on January 23, stars Hwang Min-hyun in the lead role of Yoon Ga-min, a determined yet struggling student who excels in fighting but struggles academically.

Hwang, a former member of NU'EST and Wanna One, has transitioned into acting, previously appearing in dramas such as Alchemy of Souls (2022-2023) and Live On (2020-2021).

Study Group follows Yoon Ga-min, a first-year student at Yusung Technical High School, known for its delinquent students. Despite his innocent looks and model student appearance, Ga-min consistently ranks at the bottom of the school academically.

Determined to improve his grades, he forms a study group with classmates, hoping to one day enter university. However, when violence and trouble arise, Ga-min uses his fighting skills to protect his friends and their shared academic goals.

The drama also features:

• Han Ji-eun as Lee Han-kyung, a temporary teacher and strong supporter of the study group.
• Cha Woo-min as Pi Han-wool, a model second-year student.
• Lee Jong-hyun as Kim Se-hyun, one of Ga-min's study group friends.
• Shin Su-hyun as Lee Ji-woo, a first-year student and twin sister of Hyun-woo.
• Yoon Sang-jeong as Choi Hee-won, Ji-woo’s best friend who joins the study group.
• Gong Do-yu as Lee Jun, who joins the study group after recognizing Ga-min's fighting skills.

The drama was released by TVING and is available to watch on Rakuten Viki.