TvN's romantic-comedy "Lovely Runner" (also known as "Run Away With Sun-Jae On Piggyback") recently wrapped up its finale, captivating audiences with its unique time-slip storyline penned by the acclaimed True Beauty screenwriter Lee Si Eun. Starring Byeon Woo Seok as Ryu Sun Jae and Kim Hye Yoon as Im Sol, the drama has garnered attention for its intriguing narrative.

The show's second male lead, Kim Tae Sung, portrayed by Song Geon Hee, emerged as a fan favorite amidst the series' popularity.

However, in a candid interview with The Fact, Song Geon Hee disclosed that he had contemplated stepping away from acting, nearly putting a halt to his career.

He revealed experiencing a slump following his appearance in the 2023 K-Drama "Joseon Attorney: A Morality," marking his twelfth project since his debut in 2018.

"After 'Joseon Attorney: A Morality,' I felt shattered. I experienced burnout and was consumed by various thoughts. I contemplated taking a break from work," Song Geon Hee confessed.

Yet, the portrayal of Kim Tae Sung in "Lovely Runner" sparked a change within him. He reflected, "Meeting Tae Sung altered my perspective.

As filming progressed, I realized my inner calmness. The idea of taking a break gradually dissipated."

Expressing gratitude for the love and support garnered from "Lovely Runner" and its fans, Song Geon Hee expressed his aspirations for the future, hoping to continue honing his craft and repaying the viewers' support through his future endeavors.

"If given the opportunity, I aspire to continue striving in my career. Concurrently, I aim to cherish my time as a 28-year-old,"

Song Geon Hee remarked. "To the viewers who showered me with love, thanks to your unwavering support for my character Kim Tae Sung, I have gained significant motivation. While uncertain about future projects, I pledge to reciprocate your support by immersing myself in diverse characters once again."

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Actor Song Joong Ki showed just how much he adores his wife, Katie Louise Saunders, and their family during a recent appearance.

On December 26, Song Joong Ki joined Choi Hwa Jung’s YouTube channel to promote his film Bogotá: The Land of Last Chances. But while discussing his projects, he couldn’t help but share stories about his life as a husband and dad.

Song Joong Ki married Katie, a British actress, in January last year. The couple welcomed their first child, a son, in June 2023 and recently became parents to a daughter in November 2024.

“My wife and kids are in the countryside near Tuscany, Italy,” he revealed. “We live on the outskirts of Rome, and we even have an olive tree in our yard. We pick olives and make our own olive oil. Since meeting Katie, I’ve fallen in love with Italian food. I can’t eat meals without olive oil now,” he said with a laugh.

The actor also shared how Katie has been learning Korean and already impresses his family. “She’s amazing with languages. She says things like, ‘Mother, let’s eat’ to my mom. It’s not perfect yet, but it’s so adorable,” he said, beaming with pride.

Song Joong Ki didn’t hold back on praising Katie’s personality. “She values manners and character even more than I do, which is impressive. She scolded me once when I was 20 minutes late to a meeting, saying, ‘Who do you think you are to keep someone waiting?’ She always reminds me of the basics. It’s humbling, and honestly, I love it. I sound like such a smitten husband, don’t I?” he joked, laughing.

He also opened up about his children, sharing a heartfelt moment with his son. “My son is now 18 months old. During filming, I didn’t see him for five months. When we reunited, he took a moment to recognize me. But once he hugged me, I couldn’t stop crying,” he admitted emotionally.

Wrapping up, Song Joong Ki said, “I feel incredibly lucky, and it’s all thanks to my wife. She often tells me, ‘You’ve got it all,’ but I think I’m the lucky one.”

With his sweet words and glowing smile, Song Joong Ki proved once again why he’s a true family man. Fans can’t get enough of his heartfelt stories!

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