Park So Dam Diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer, Already Underwent Surgery and Will be Absent from Promoting Latest Film

Kapanlagi.com - There's sad news from the world of South Korean drama. This time it comes from the star of the drama RECORD OF YOUTH and the film PARASITE, Park So Dam, and it concerns her health.

The actress's agency, Artist Company, released an official statement regarding Park So Dam's health condition. According to the statement, Park So Dam has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. She has also undergone surgery performed by professionals.

1. Agency Statement

Here is the complete statement from Artist Company as quoted from Allkpop:

"Actress Park So Dam has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer during a routine physical check-up and has undergone surgery based on the experts' diagnosis.

Park So Dam apologizes for not being able to be with the fans who have supported and waited for the premiere of the film SPECIAL DELIVERY. She cannot participate in the promotion of SPECIAL DELIVERY but still supports the premiere of the film.

Park So Dam will focus on her recovery so that she can greet you all in good health, and we will do our best to ensure her full recovery.

Thank you."

2. Sad Drama Fans

Hearing this news shocked drama fans. Good wishes for Park So Dam's recovery have been widely shared on social media. They hope the actress recovers well and that the cancer completely leaves her body.

3. About the Film SPECIAL DELIVERY

SPECIAL DELIVERY film poster (credit: Next Entertainment)

Meanwhile, the film SPECIAL DELIVERY starring Park So Dam is scheduled to start screening in theaters on January 12, 2022. In this film, Park So Dam plays the lead role named Eunha, a specialized delivery driver. She can deliver goods or people at a good price and has a success rate of 100%, until one day she gets involved in a delivery accident.

Apart from Park So Dam, SPECIAL DELIVERY, which was filmed in 2019, is also supported by Song Sae Byeok and Yeon Woo Jin.

4. Latest Posts on IG

Park So Dam's post before announcing her condition (credit: instagram.com/sodam_park_0908)

Park So Dam herself last updated on Instagram on November 30th. She uploaded a poster of herself in the film SPECIAL CARGO. The comment section is filled with fans who are excited to watch her performance on the big screen again.

5. Get Well Soon!

We hope Park So Dam stays healthy during her recovery and fully recovers when she decides to return to the acting world. We also hope the film SPECIAL DELIVERY achieves success and finds a place in the hearts of the audience.

Stay strong, Park So Dam!

(all/pit)