So Ji Sub Successfully Made 'Agent Kim Reactivated' Popular, Wife: You Have Worked Hard

Kapanlagi.com - So Ji Sub shared a moment of support from his wife, Jo Eun Jung, following the success of his latest drama, Agent Kim Reactivated. The 48-year-old actor rarely discusses his family life in public, but this time he explained his reasons for keeping family privacy.

So Ji Sub said, "She said, 'You have worked hard.' According to her, the drama is also very interesting. She also mentioned that many people around her are talking about this drama."

This statement was made after the SBS drama aired its final episode, along with the ongoing appreciation for his role on screen.

1. Support from Jo Eun Jung at Home

In the conversation, So Ji Sub admitted that his wife often gives him encouragement after exhausting shooting processes. He receives simple yet meaningful words upon returning from work, especially during the busy schedule of Agent Kim Reactivated.

"We don’t often talk about work at home," he said.

He shared this during an interview session at a café in the Samcheong-dong area of Seoul on July 30, 2026, after the final episode of Agent Kim Reactivated officially aired.

2. Reason So Ji Sub Protects Jo Eun Jung's Privacy

So Ji Sub explained his cautious attitude when talking about Jo Eun Jung in public. "That’s why I rarely talk about my wife. I want her to live her life with her own name," So Ji Sub revealed.

He continued, "If she is constantly exposed, people will only know her as someone’s wife. I feel a bit guilty about that. That’s why I choose not to talk about her much."

According to him, the step of maintaining boundaries is important so that his wife's identity stands on its own, separate from his popularity as an actor.

3. Marriage Since 2020 and Public Response

So Ji Sub and Jo Eun Jung (credit: Sports Seoul)

So Ji Sub married former broadcaster Jo Eun Jung in April 2020. Since officially becoming husband and wife, the couple is known for keeping their personal life private and rarely sharing household moments with the public. His statement in this interview also drew attention as it emphasized his commitment to family privacy.

So Ji Sub's attitude of choosing to protect his wife's privacy has once again received praise. Many fans believe that this decision reflects his respect and love for Jo Eun Jung, while also giving her space to live her life without constantly being under the spotlight as the partner of a celebrity.

4. Achievements of Agent Kim Reactivated on TV and Global Platforms

Agent Kim Reactivated tells the story of an ordinary-looking father who has a past as a former special agent. He returns to his old world to save his only daughter and confronts enemies. In this drama, So Ji Sub plays Kim Bu Jang, the head of the accounting team at Sangsaeng Savings Bank who secretly hides his past identity as a special agent.

The drama concluded on July 25 with a national rating of 23 percent and a peak rating of 27.1 percent, according to Nielsen Korea. On the global stage, Agent Kim Reactivated ranked first in the Global Top 10 Non-English TV Shows on Netflix for three consecutive weeks, indicating its popularity in various countries.

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