Having received strong public attention after the film project Yet, few people know that Song Kang had a long time struggling to find a place for himself because he could not shine forever.
Song Kang is a Korean actor and model with a clean private life and an impressive performance. He debuted as an actor through a number of supporting roles and gradually rose to prove his own strength through leading roles in dramas and movies.
Song Kang is loved by the audience not only for his acting ability but also for the way the 9X actor presents himself in a gentle, a bit naive, shy but very lovable way. During his career, Song Kang has appeared in a number of famous works such as Love Alarm, Beautiful Vampire, The Liar and His Lover, Sweet Home,…
Entering the profession late but still proving the ability
Song Kang was born and raised in the capital Seoul – South Korea, he started acting quite late compared to many other actors. Song Kang’s orientation as an actor was determined when the actor watched Leonardo DiCaprio’s role as Jack in the movie Titanic.
Attending a Seoul university and possessing a tall and handsome appearance, during his college years, Song Kang has not yet succeeded in acting. In 2017, when he was 23 years old, Song Kang appeared in a supporting role in a movie called The Liar And His Lover. His charm and outstanding appearance helped Song Kang become known to the audience and paved the way for his future lead productions.
In the following years, Song Kang was aware of his late entry into the entertainment industry, so he worked hard to receive many different scripts. The actor’s acting ability is highly appreciated and always improves through each role, regardless of whether the actor’s work is successful or not.
Song Kang’s most prominent films can be mentioned as the innocent and infatuated b.oy in “Beautiful Vampire” (2018) or the half-monster half-human youth with a psychological disorder due to past trauma in “Sweet Home” (2020). ).
And the most impressive is the rich but loyal male lead role in the school fantasy romance movie Love Alarm (2019). Through this film, Song Kang’s name is well known and many advertising and photography contracts come to him.
Constantly making efforts, Song Kang returns to the small screen in 2021 with 3 ceramic works “Love Alarm 2”, “Navillera”, and “Nevertheless”. The films are popular, leaving an impression in the hearts of international audiences.
Continuing part 1, the movie Love Alarm 2 will continue the love story of 3 main characters. This movie is expected by many people more than 1 year since the end of the first part, hopefully the actor will continue to maintain his form.
As for the movie “Navillera”, Song Kang will transform into a 23-year-old ballet dancer Lee Chae Rok. With his career on the rise thanks to his amazing talent, he often blames himself for allowing frequent injuries. He receives full support and receives many life lessons after meeting Shim Duk Chool, a new dancer who pursues his dreams more sincerely than anyone else Lee Chae Rok has ever met. The work that requires professional ballet skills promises to be an opportunity for Song Kang to s.how o.ff his good acting ability, leaving more impressions on the audience.
In particular, the film nevertheless marked Song Kang’s career as a bad b.oy, quite cold and full of introspection. This is one of the most talked about dramas in Korea. The movie is rated 19, full of h.ot scenes. Despite being criticized by many, Still still topped the list of most watched movies on Netflix in many Asian countries. Thanks to the effect of the movie and the “chemistry” too sweet, the keyword Song Kang Han So Hee was searched for a long time.
This is one of the most talked about dramas in Korea right now. The movie is rated 19, full of h.ot scenes. Despite being condemned by many people, “Know” still tops the list of most watched movies on Netflix in many Asian countries. Thanks to the effect of the movie and the “chemistry” too sweet, the keyword Song Kang Han So Hee was searched for a long time.
Participating in the reality show with many famous characters such as national MC Yoo Jae Suk, Jennie,… Song Kang showed a completely different person on the film, very cute and a little bit stupid. ignorant. The guy who captivated the audience with his innocent, lovely and shy gestures different from the characters in the movie helped the actor receive more love.
An interesting secret that Song Kang once shared was that while filming, the actor could not concentrate and was quite confused just because he heard the laughter of the crew members. This caused a lot of obstacles to psychology and work, but in the end Song Kang solved that weakness and focused on transforming into the character.
Although acting quite late compared to many other co-stars, Song Kang has gradually built up the image of a capable actor in the hearts of the audience. The actor always considers suitable scenarios to bring the audience the best and most interesting works. Hopefully Song Kang will grow more and more in domestic and international markets.
Han So Hee dating rumors
Song Kang and Han So Hee starred in the movie Yet, last June. The two often interact quite sweetly in the movie Yet in real life, a series of news about the actor duo “fake love” has spread widely on social networks.
After the movie ended, the couple was rumored to be dating due to being caught many times at the same place. Some eyewitnesses said they often saw Song Kang in Hyang-dong, Gyeonggi-do, where Han So Hee lived.
In particular, in a TV program, Song Kang and Han So Hee together answered questions raised by the organizers and fans. The close and intimate interaction of the duo quickly caught the eye of the audience.
Soon after, some movie buffs noticed that the rings worn by the two actors had the same design. Many fans are extremely excited and think that it could be a sign for the main duo, however, to confirm the relationship. Others think that the ring worn by the two actors is purely coincidental and cannot tell the real relationship of Song Kang and Han So Hee.
People who work together also often encounter the chemistry of the two. Moreover, they often have very affectionate interactions that make many fans suspect that Song Kang and Han So Hee are really a couple in real life.
However, all of this is still just speculation of netizens because the insider has never confirmed this relationship.
Song Kang K-Drama List: My Demon, Sweet Home & More
Song Kang is a 29-year-old South Korean actor. He will soon appear in two much-awaited K-drama series, My Demon and Sweet Home 2.
While My Demon is a fantasy romance drama, Sweet Home 2 is a supernatural horror web series. Song Kang is a versatile actor who is nicknamed the “Son of Netflix” as most of his Korean dramas air on the streaming platform.
He started his career with supporting roles, music videos, and as a music show host. The actor got his first big K-drama break in 2019 with Love Alarm, the streamer’s original romantic series. Meanwhile, he is one of the A-list actors in the Korean entertainment industry.
Let’s take a look at Song Kang’s drama list:
My Demon
My Demon is Song Kang’s upcoming Korean drama series opposite Kim Yoo-Jung. He plays the role of demon Jung Gu-Won and Yoo-Jung essays the role of an heiress of a multi-national company. One day, Gu-Won’s powers transfer to Yoo-Jung during a drowning incident.
The 200-year-old demon needs his powers back to prevent his extinction. To do so, he must protect human Yoo-Jung as she has many enemies around her. Hence, the two enter into a marriage contract, which eventually turns into a love story.
Based on the webtoon of the same name, My Demon will premiere on Friday, November 24, 2023, on SBS and Netflix.
Sweet Home
Sweet Home season 1 is a supernatural horror drama related to a zombie-like monster apocalypse. Song Kang plays a high school student named Cha Hyun-Su who wants to commit suicide after he loses his family. He moves into an apartment complex and tries to kill himself. But plans change when a deadly virus attacks the city.
Soon, people begin to turn into monsters. Hyun-Su and his neighbors decide to fight the virus. The first season of Sweet Home was spine-chilling and ended on a cliffhanger. Season 2 of Sweet Home is set to premiere on December 1, 2023, on Netflix. The series is renewed for the third season as well.
Nevertheless
Nevertheless is one of the controversial K-dramas that raised eyebrows in Korea. Starring Song Kang and Han So-Hee, the romantic series revolves around a toxic couple, Park Jae-Eon and Yoo Na-Bi.
The lead characters don’t want to get involved in any serious relationship. They begin to flirt and develop physical intimacy with each other. Eventually, the dynamic changes between them as they start falling for each other.
Love Alarm
Love Alarm is a unique high-school romance drama. It revolves around a mobile app that rings if one or more people like you within a 10-meter radius. Kim Jo-Jo (Kim So-Hyun), Lee Hye-Young (Jung Ga-Ram), and Hwang Sun-Oh (Song Kang) get involved with each other because of the app.
Hye-Young likes Jo-Jo, and the former’s best friend Sun-Oh wants to find out if Hye-Young truly likes her. Therefore, Sun-Oh kisses Jo-Jo, which leads to a complicated love triangle. This Lee Na-Jeong directorial was My Demon actor’s first big hit Netflix K-drama.
Forecasting Love and Weather
Forecasting Love and Weather is a sweet romance drama, starring Park Min-Young as Jin Ha-Kyung and Song Kang as Lee Si-Woo.
Min-Young swears to not get involved in an office romance after her fiancé-cum-colleague cheated on her. She works at the Korea Meteorological Administration and is senior to a new joiner, Lee Si-Woo. The two hook up within a few days of knowing each other. Min-Young tries to avoid him but Si-Woo persuades her to date him. Like every K-drama, Forecasting Love and Weather also includes all the typical moments between lead characters.
Aside from the aforementioned dramas, Song Kang has also given wonderful performances in shows like Navillera, and Hello, Spring. Most of his K-dramas are available on Netflix.
