5 Dark Facts About Park Bo Gum's Past: Almost Became an Abortion Victim - Nearly Died After Birth

Kapanlagi.com - His name is so famous, he is even known as one of the most expensive actors in Korea. However, it does not mean that Park Bo Gum does not have a heartbreaking past. The dark past life of Park Bo Gum was recently revealed through a controversial letter from his father.

No one expected that from the letter, the bitter story of Park Bo Gum that was previously unknown to the public, suddenly emerged. Here are some complete facts as reported by Koreaboo.

1. Park Bo Gum Almost Became an Abortion Victim

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In the letter, Park Bo Gum's father explained that initially his wife was infertile, but somehow she managed to become pregnant. Unfortunately, the pregnancy went unnoticed, so Park Bo Gum's mother continued to consume some medication for her illness, in addition to her advanced age.

"We were worried about giving birth to a disabled child due to the medication, so we tried to abort. However, it seems that God did not want it, so a healthy baby boy was born instead," explained Park Bo Gum's father.

2. Nearly Died After Birth

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However, the happiness did not last long. Little Park Bo Gum, who was carried by his mother after birth, suddenly cried and had to be rushed to the emergency room due to his high body temperature.

For several days, there was no positive progress. Little Park Bo Gum's life was even on the brink, considering the doctors had given up on him.

3. Intervention of a Priest

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However, Park Bo Gum's parents were suddenly asked to go home by a priest, believing that the baby would bring blessings to their family.

"At that time, our priest told us that we had received blessings from the baby, so he asked us to take him home," said Park Bo Gum's father.

Of course, Park Bo Gum's father did not immediately believe the priest. However, there was a kind of urging that made Park Bo Gum's father finally go to meet the priest, and ultimately accept his advice and join in prayer.

4. Healed by the Priest

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"After meeting the priest, we finally went home and followed all the advice given by the priest. Until finally our baby started crying again, and he was able to fully recover within a week after expelling black dirt," explained Park Bo Gum's father.

The baby then underwent hernia surgery at the hospital at the age of 6 and recovered within 2 months. "We saw the true glory of God. From there, our priest named the baby 'Bo Gum'," he concluded.

5. Meaning of the Name 'Bo Gum'

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Park Bo Gum himself is known as a religious person. On one occasion, he also revealed that he was very close to his priest.

"I am very close to the priest who gave me the birth name 'Bo Gum', which means 'Precious Sword'. When I see his life, I can truly learn how to become a wise person, not just religious," explained Park Bo Gum.

In 2014, Park Bo Gum received harsh reactions from the Korean public when he invited people to come to his church to pray together. Some Koreans believed that the church's beliefs, along with Park Bo Gum, led to a cult.

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