Song Joong Ki's Comeback with a Smile After Crying Due to the Failure of 'BOGOTA'

Kapanlagi.com - After nearly two months out of the public spotlight, Song Joong Ki finally reappears with a smile. The actor, born on September 19, 1985, previously caused a stir when he appeared emotional discussing the box office failure of his latest film, 'Bogotá: City of the Lost'. Now, he returns with renewed spirit, attracting the attention of many fans and media.

The film 'Bogota: City of the Lost' tells the story of Gukhee, played by Joong Ki, who migrates to Bogotá, Colombia, after the IMF crisis. In his quest to start a new life, Gukhee meets Suyoung and Sergeant Park, two important figures in the Korean community in Bogotá. With an intriguing storyline, Joong Ki expresses how significant this film is to him.

"Because Gukhee has to smuggle goods and drive a big truck, I even went out of my way to get a heavy vehicle license before shooting in Colombia," he revealed. He even changed his appearance for this character, including cutting his hair to show a 15-year time change.

1. The Struggle Behind the Scenes

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Although Joong Ki has made various efforts to promote 'Bogota', the box office results of this film have been very disappointing. According to data from the Korean Film Council, the film only managed to rank sixth with a total audience of about 400,000 people. This is clearly a heavy blow for Joong Ki and the production team.

At an event, actor Lee Sung Min also expressed his concerns about the current state of the film industry. "Lately, every time I go to the cinema, the parking lot is empty, and that makes me sad. The cinema is really quiet," he said. Joong Ki feels the same way, stating that the Korean film industry is indeed going through tough times.

2. Returning to the Public Eye as BA

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Despite facing failure, he remains optimistic and ready to continue his career journey with brighter steps. "With this GV, the promotional schedule for Bogota officially ends. As my senior said, the Korean film industry is struggling. Just being able to screen in cinemas is already a blessing," he said.

Joong Ki closed his statement with emotion, "Actors are here to create good content and provide entertainment for those who are struggling. We will continue to work hard to create projects that can entertain and touch hearts. I get more emotional talking about this."

After those tough times, Joong Ki returned with a new spirit. On March 2, he surprised fans with the announcement that he became a global ambassador for a renowned brand. In a post on his social media, he appeared with a bright smile and wrote, "I am very happy. Stay tuned for my upcoming appearances!"

(kpl/jje)