Actress Ko Hyun Jung is finally speaking out after undergoing a major surgery that left fans worried about her health. On January 7, she shared an emotional message expressing her gratitude and love for singer Jeckie, who has supported her throughout her recovery.

In a heartfelt post, Ko Hyun Jung wrote, “Jeckie, I love you and am thankful,” adding, “You’ve been a great source of comfort and strength for me. I am truly grateful,” along with a heart emoji. Fans were touched by her sincere words, as it’s clear Jeckie has been a big part of her healing journey.

Ko Hyun Jung had previously revealed that she had gone through a major surgery, which caused concern among her fans. However, she assured everyone that she is now on the road to recovery. “I’m sorry for causing worry,” she shared. “I’ve recovered a lot. I can eat well now and even meet close acquaintances. It was more painful than I expected, but after successfully completing the major surgery, I feel more at ease.” She also shared a photo of herself today, updating fans on her condition.

Despite her recovery, Ko Hyun Jung will not return to the set of Namib to finish the remaining filming. A representative from the drama confirmed, “We wrapped up everything smoothly without any additional filming.” Ko Hyun Jung had previously caused concern by missing the Namib press conference last December due to health issues.

Namib is a Genie TV original drama in which Ko Hyun Jung plays the role of Kang Soo Hyun, a former star producer who faces a new journey alongside a long-time trainee, Yoo Jin Woo (played by Ryeo Un). Fans were even more worried after Ko Hyun Jung withdrew from the press conference just two hours before it started. The production team explained that her health had suddenly worsened, and doctors advised her to rest, which led to her absence.

While Ko Hyun Jung focuses on her recovery, her fans are sending her all their love and support, hoping to see her back in action soon.

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Actor Song Kang Ho shocked fans by revealing the surprising reason he initially turned down the iconic role in Joint Security Area (JSA).

On February 4, the movie JSA was celebrated as a "Visionary" work at a special GV (Guest Visit) event for CJ ENM’s 30th anniversary at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. The event was attended by director Park Chan-wook and stars like Song Kang Ho, Lee Byung Hun, Lee Young Ae, Kim Tae Woo, and Ko Kyung Beom, who shared stories from the making of the film.

Joint Security Area, a groundbreaking film by director Park Chan-wook, tells the story of North and South Korean soldiers caught in a tragic incident at the border, highlighting the human side of the divided nations. The film has been widely praised for changing the perception of inter-Korean relations and is seen as a key moment in Korean cinema.

During the event, Song Kang Ho admitted that he turned down the JSA script at first, saying, "The script was just too perfect. It was so well-written and tightly woven that I couldn’t believe it. I thought, ‘Is this really Korean cinema at this level?’ I felt it was too good, and I figured the movie wouldn’t live up to the script."

He also mentioned that at the time, Park Chan-wook’s previous films hadn’t done well, which made him even more doubtful. "But after meeting the director, I started to trust him," Song Kang Ho added.

Reflecting on the film 20 years later, Song Kang Ho joked, "I was flipping through channels and watched JSA again. I thought, ‘There was a time when I wasn’t envious of Lee Byung Hun,’ but he looked so handsome and cool back then." He continued, laughing, "One thing about Park Chan-wook's films is that they have a depth and elegance that you just can’t forget. It’s probably why his new movie is called I Can’t Help It."

Song Kang Ho also spoke fondly of reuniting with his JSA co-stars after 25 years. He shared, "We didn’t watch the film together, but we had a cozy two-hour dinner. After all this time, it felt nostalgic. It was heartwarming to sit together again and reminisce about the past. It really made me realize how meaningful these moments are."

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