In Order to Resemble the Slim Webtoon Character Jae Eon, Song Kang Loses Weight up to 5 Kg

Kapanlagi.com - One of the new Korean dramas, NEVERTHELESS, has been eagerly awaited by fans. Especially since this is the first time Song Kang is paired with Han So Hee and carries a romance story. As known, NEVERTHELESS is a Korean drama adapted from the webtoon of the same title.

The stars of NEVERTHELESS also revealed what they prepared to enter their roles. As for Song Kang, this idol actor even lost weight.

"When I saw Jae Eon, he seemed so nice but on the other hand, he was very cold. I wanted to portray him realistically. So I decided to go on a diet. I lost about 5 kg," said Song Kang in an online press conference not long ago.

1. Personal Decision for Diet

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Did you know that it was actually Song Kang himself who wanted to lose weight to resemble the character Jae Eon? Kim Ga Ram, the director of the drama NEVERTHELESS, is proud to see the actors fully committed to this project.

"Actually, they really thought about how to delve into their characters and be similar to the webtoon. I told them it's not necessary. But I am very proud of them for going through exhausting days to resemble the webtoon. Especially for Jae Eon, he is very sharp and thin. That's why Song Kang tried to lose weight. Both of them are trying their best for the audience. Even though I said it's not necessary, they still did it. I am very proud," explained the director.

2. Busy Schedule Actor

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After his success with SWEET HOME at the end of 2020, Song Kang is involved in a series of projects this year, starting from LOVE ALARM 2, NAVILLERA, and now NEVERTHELESS. In the midst of a super busy schedule with seemingly no holidays, there is a special reason why the 27-year-old actor is determined to portray the character Park Jae Eon.

"When I first read the script for NEVERTHELESS, even though it's only about college students, I feel that the story is so different. The story is so sweet, something that is dreamed of by young people. But on the other hand, there is a story that makes it different and so cool in my eyes," explained his co-star Han So Hee.

Another interesting story from the shooting location, Song Kang admitted that he could immediately be close and make friends with other actors because they are the same age, "When shooting NAVILLERA, Park In Hwan taught me a lot to delve into the role on the shooting location. And I think this drama creates a friendship chemistry among the cast. I can easily build our friendship because we are the same age."

NEVERTHELESS has been airing since June 19, 2021 on Netflix, it's a must-watch!

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