Actor Song Joong Ki opened up about his journey and the sense of responsibility he feels as an actor and as a person.

Song Joong Ki made waves with his performance in the Netflix original movie 'My Name Is Loh Kiwan', which came out last March. He played 'My Name Is Loh Kiwan', a defector who embarks on a journey to Belgium, clinging onto the last hope of life.

Despite the buzz around 'My Name Is Loh Kiwan', Song Joong Ki dismisses any talk of a career shift post the movie. He says, "If you leave out 'Descendants of the Sun', none of the works I've been in are emotionally intense. They all have a subtle emotional tone. I believe I've been consistent in choosing my projects."

A well-known story among fans is how Song Joong Ki secretly enrolled in a cram school using his parents' credit card.

When asked about his biggest life challenge, he says, "It was even more challenging than becoming an actor. I was a short track athlete for a long time. My dream was to represent the country in sports. The hardest challenge was when I had to give up the sport I loved so much."

Song Joong Ki also shared his filming ritual - group dinners. He believes that a good rapport among the team greatly enhances the quality of the work. But he's mindful that not everyone might enjoy these dinners, so he goes the extra mile to make them enjoyable.

He said, "I don't stick to the same menu. It's always nice to have a variety of tasty dishes. I love planning the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of group dinners. I've even developed a habit of counting the number of tables whenever I visit a new restaurant, just to see how many people it can accommodate."

When asked how he'd like to be remembered, Song Joong Ki said, "As an actor who adds value. People watch movies with the hope that the two hours they spend will be worthwhile. Whether it's a movie theater or an airplane, an actor's job is to fill those two hours with happiness. I want to be remembered as someone who's really good at making those two hours worthwhile."

In other news, you can catch a glimpse of Song Joong Ki's sincere side in a photoshoot and interview, where he's seen donning the Louis Vuitton 2024 Fall-Winter formalwear collection, in the May issue of 'Arena Homme Plus'.

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Broadcaster Park Seul Gi recently shared a heartwarming update about her reunion with actor Byeon Woo Seok, proving that his kind and gentle personality hasn’t changed at all.

On April 2nd, Park Seul Gi posted several photos on her social media, along with the caption, "It’s been a while since I saw Woo Seok, and he is still so kind and gentle".

The photos featured Park Seul Gi hosting a fan meeting event for Byeon Woo Seok, organized by a coffee brand.

In the pictures, Park Seul Gi and Byeon Woo Seok looked close and friendly, highlighting their strong bond. Byeon Woo Seok, standing at 190 cm, even bent down to match Park Seul Gi’s height, showcasing his thoughtful nature.

Park Seul Gi shared more about the event, saying, "I made a meeting that felt like a fairy tale, with actor Byeon Woo Seok and the adorable ‘Tong Tong’ (the nickname for Byeon Woo Seok’s fan club) all gathered together! There were many moments where my heart raced, but it was an hour where I stayed focused and did my best."

She also expressed her gratitude, saying, "I’m really thankful for and happy about the Tong Tong fans who always greet me warmly, not just actor Woo Seok. Is there any April Fools’ Day more unbelievable than this!? Let’s run through April with energy!"

Park Seul Gi, who married a non-celebrity in 2016 and has two daughters, continues to stay busy hosting various events.

Byeon, who gained love through the tvN show Lovely Runner, has already chosen his next project, the upcoming MBC drama 21st Century Prince's Wife.

He’s also been making a positive impact, recently donating 100 million won to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association to help wildfire victims.

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