The Secret Behind the Light: Unexpected Inspiration from Kang Full's Childhood Experiences

Bored with the same old Korean dramas? LIGHT SHOP comes with a fresh concept that piques curiosity. Not just an ordinary romantic or mystery drama, LIGHT SHOP invites viewers to reflect deeper on life and death. Its unique and meaningful story makes each episode feel like a challenging puzzle to solve.

With a complex storyline and mysterious characters, LIGHT SHOP successfully draws viewers into a world full of intrigue. Each episode presents a different perspective on life and death, making us rethink the meaning of existence. Since the series premiered on December 4, 2024, fans have started flooding social media with various theories about its ending.

Kangfull, the creator of this drama featuring Ju Ji Hoon and Park Bo Young, revealed that the inspiration behind this drama actually came from his own experiences. Quoted from Liputan6.com, Kangfull shared that as a child, he often accompanied his father, who was a pastor at a small church. They would go to the ICU to visit and pray for patients, including at the hospital. There, he met doctors who said that the determination of patients to live is the most important thing. “Thoughts about a person's will, even in an unconscious state, continue to linger in my mind and ultimately became the inspiration for this webtoon and series,” said Kangfull.

For those of you looking for a Korean drama with a deep storyline and strong moral messages, LIGHT SHOP is the right choice. This drama is not just mere entertainment, but also serves as an interesting self-reflection. Don’t miss the chance to experience a different watching experience with LIGHT SHOP.

1. Transformation of Park Bo Young's Character in 'LIGHT SHOP'

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Park Bo Young, the actress playing the character Kwon Youngji in the drama LIGHT SHOP, expressed her admiration for the screenwriter, Kangfull, in developing characters. Quoted from Liputan6.com, Park Bo Young stated that Kangfull has a unique talent for bringing each character to life in a deep and meaningful way. “One of Kangfull's greatest strengths is his ability to bring each character to life in a unique and meaningful way," said the actress who plays Kwon Youngji.

Significant changes occurred in the character Kwon Youngji that she portrayed. Initially, Youngji was depicted as a more passive figure, less engaged with the world around her. However, after discussing with Kangfull, Park Bo Young decided to change her approach. “After discussing with Kangfull, he guided me to transform Kwon Youngji into someone who provides a lot of cues and actively engages with her patients and visitors,” said Park Bo Young. She made Youngji's character more proactive, providing cues, and actively engaging with her patients. This change made Youngji's character more complex and interesting.

2. The Enthusiasm of the Actors for Kangfull's Works

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The actors involved in the drama LIGHT SHOP expressed their admiration for Kangfull's works, especially the webtoon version. Bae Seong Woo, one of the actors in this drama, admitted that he has been a fan of Kangfull's works for a long time. He feels very happy to be involved in a project adapted from his favorite webtoon.

In line with Bae Seong Woo, Ju Ji Hoon also appreciates Kangfull's works. “I have admired Kangfull's works for a long time. So when I heard about his work being adapted into a series, I was certainly very happy to join,” said Bae Seongwoo. The enthusiasm of these actors shows that Kangfull's works have a strong appeal and are capable of attracting a lot of attention. This is also one of the factors that makes the drama LIGHT SHOP highly anticipated by fans.

3. Brief Synopsis of the Drama 'LIGHT SHOP'

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The drama LIGHT SHOP tells the story of strangers with a dark past. They are connected through a mysterious lamp shop located at the end of a creepy alley. This shop becomes a place where they seek answers to the problems they face.

In their journey to find their true selves, they discover that the lamp shop holds great secrets related to their past, present, and future. With a storyline full of mystery and complex characters, LIGHT SHOP successfully captures the audience's attention and keeps them curious about the continuation of the story. Interesting, right? Don't forget to watch this series on Disney+! If not now, When else?

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