“Study Group”: Cast and Filming Locations
The highly anticipated K-drama “Study Group” (스터디그룹) premiered on TVING on January 23, 2025, bringing a fresh take on the high school genre by combining intense action with the pressures of academic achievement. Based on a popular webtoon by Shin Hyung-wook, this series promises to captivate audiences with its unique premise and talented cast. Let’s dive into the cast, filming locations and the original webtoon for this drama, “Study Group”.
Cast Spotlight

The drama features a mix of established actors and rising stars:
- Hwang Min-hyun takes the lead as Yoon Ga-min, a student with exceptional fighting skills but a burning desire to excel academically. This role marks Hwang’s first venture into the academy action genre, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
- Han Ji-eun portrays Lee Han-kyung, a temporary teacher who becomes the backbone of the study group.
- Cha Woo-min plays Pi Han-wool, a model second-year student who opposes the formation of the study group.
- Lee Jong-hyun, Shin Su-hyun, Yoon Sang-jeong, and Gong Do-yu round out the main cast, each bringing unique characters to life as members of the study group.
Filming Locations for “Study Group”
Yusung Technical High School

Actual Location: Incheon Electronic Meister High School
Address: 193-12 Dohwa-dong, Michuhol-gu, Incheon
The primary school setting represents a cutting-edge specialized high school with state-of-the-art facilities, serving as the central backdrop for Ga-min’s academic journey.
Hallym Arts High School
Address: 850 Jangji-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Used for additional school scenes, showcasing the diverse educational environments in the drama.
Seongnam Foreign Language High School
Address: 376-1 Baekhyeon-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam
Utilized for exterior shots and special event sequences.
Raemian Urban Vista (Ga-min’s Exercise Playground)

Address: 720 Songnae-dong, Sosa-gu, Bucheon. A modern apartment complex featuring well-maintained playgrounds where Ga-min’s muscle-building scenes were filmed. Completed in August 2021, the location offers a contemporary urban setting.
Acrotel

Location: Sangdong, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon
Represents the protagonist’s one-room apartment, capturing the essence of a typical young student’s living space.
Ice Cream Boy Ilsan Branch

A charming location highlighting Ga-min’s more human, relatable moments through a local ice cream shop.
Kyobo Bookstore Ilsan Branch

Used for academic and social interaction scenes, representing typical student hangout spots.
Dankook University

Address: 1491 Jukjeon-dong, Suji-gu, Yongin
Utilized for campus scenes and sequences depicting the characters’ future aspirations.
Original Webtoon for “Study Group”
“Study Group” is a popular South Korean webtoon created by Shin Hyung-wook that has captured readers’ attention with its unique blend of action, comedy, and coming-of-age themes. The story follows Yoon Ga-min, a student at Yusung Technical High School, infamously known as the “school for future criminals”.
Ga-min is an unusual character in this environment. Despite his innocent appearance, complete with glasses and a neat demeanor, he possesses exceptional fighting skills. However, his true ambition lies in academic success and his ultimate goal of entering university. Unfortunately, Ga-min’s academic performance consistently ranks near the bottom of his class, despite his earnest efforts to improve.
The webtoon’s narrative kicks into high gear when Ga-min, frustrated by repeated rejections from existing study groups, decides to form his own. This decision sets the stage for a series of events that challenge both Ga-min and his classmates5. The story is further enriched by the arrival of Lee Han-kyung, Ga-min’s former tutor, who joins the high school staff in pursuit of her teacher certification.
What makes “Study Group” stand out is its portrayal of a harsh school environment where students must fend for themselves. The webtoon doesn’t shy away from depicting the struggles and conflicts that arise in this setting, but it balances these elements with moments of humor and character growth.
The series has garnered praise for its dynamic action sequences, which are often described as stylish and energetic. These scenes are complemented by a soundtrack that enhances the intensity of the moments, creating a truly immersive experience for readers.
“Study Group” explores themes of perseverance, friendship, and the pursuit of seemingly impossible dreams. As Ga-min and Han-kyung strive to overcome the odds stacked against them, readers are taken on a journey that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
The webtoon’s popularity has led to its adaptation into a television series, which premiered on January 23, 2025, bringing Ga-min’s story to an even wider audience.
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