Numerous people have demonstrated resilience and determination by overcoming adversity and pursuing their goals in spite of it. Here are some life stories of successful K-dramas stars.
Kim Woo Bin
Kim Woo Bin had to take a break in 2017 after receiving a cancer diagnosis. After a two-year break, the actor made a comeback in 2019. In 2022, he resumed and made his first on-screen appearance. Kim Woo Bin candidly stated in a recent interview that he was startled and terrified to learn that he only had six months to live. He went on to say that he never considered giving up in spite of the difficult repercussions.
Park So Dam
During a regular examination in late 2021, Park So Dam received a diagnosis of papillary thyroid carcinoma. She had surgery and took time off from her career to recuperate. The actress from Parasite slowly went back to performing. The actress said in a 2023 interview that she went home crying after having a difficult time with her most recent thriller, Death’s Game. She disclosed that there was even a period of time when she needed her father’s help to get out of bed.
Seo In Guk
Perseverance and adversity were hallmarks of Seo In Guk’s path to fame. After being turned away from auditions because of his weight, he addressed issues with his body image. Notwithstanding these obstacles, he became well-known following his career-launching victory in Superstar K in 2009. In addition, his mother had to sell cardboard to earn a living because he was born into extreme poverty. Additionally, Seo In Guk disclosed that he offered his parents the winnings to open a restaurant.
Han So Hee
Han So Hee came from a low-income family and struggled financially after relocating to Seoul to pursue acting, frequently taking on part-time jobs to supplement her income. The World of the Married was her big break. However, Han So Hee encountered criticism from the public as a result of her mother’s dishonest financial practices. She added, however, that she was not involved because they had been at odds for years.
Park Bo Gum
Park Bo Gum faced challenges along the way to success. His father took out debts in Bo Gum’s name, which caused financial issues for his family early in his career and resulted in a judicial battle. He owed a lot of money when he was 20 years old. Park Bo Gum pursued acting in spite of this hardship, beginning with lesser parts. His fame was cemented when he made his breakthrough in Love in the Moonlight and Reply 1988. He also expressed his sorrow about the death of his mother when he was still a small child.
