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Stay Halal, This is the Reason Kim Bum Refuses to Play Romantic Genre Drama

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Kapanlagi.com - The name Kim Bum is no stranger to Korean drama fans. He is one of the Korean actors who has a stunning visual with a sweet smile. However, recently the actor born in 1989 was known to refuse to play in romantic genre dramas, KLovers.

Reported in his conversation on the television show THE K-STAR NEXT DOOR, Kim Bum said that he somewhat avoids offers for romantic genre dramas. Of course, this becomes a question for fans of the oppa with his distinctive dimples.

Now, curious why this oppa who is currently playing in the drama TALE OF THE NINE-TAILED 1938 refused romantic dramas? Let's check it out, KLovers.

 

 

 

 

 

1. Reasons for Avoiding Romantic Drama

Yes, in a television program THE K-STAR NEXT DOOR to promote the drama THE NINE-TAILED 1938, Kim Bum explained why he has not taken on romance dramas lately. Despite the fact that many actors his age are still playing in melodramas and romcoms.

Yes, there is a reason why KLovers, oppa Kim Bum does not choose romance dramas. He said that when he feels awkward, he cannot imagine the character he is playing in the drama. That is why he does not accept offers for romance dramas.

"If I feel awkward, or I cannot draw a picture in my head, I cannot do it," Kim Bum said during an interview with THE K-STAR NEXT DOOR.

 

 

 

 

 

2. Last Romantic Drama in 2013

It is also known that Kim Bum's last romance drama was in 2013. That year, he played in a drama called THAT WINTER THE WIND BLOWS as the partner of Eunji A pink. Even, it was the last kissing scene that Kim Bum did in a drama, before he decided not to take on romance genre dramas again.

 

 

 

 

 

3. Not Rejecting Romance Dramas

However, don't worry KLovers. Yes, for those of you who want to see oppa Kim Bum play in a romance drama, your hopes will not be dashed. In an interview on THE K-STAR NEXT DOOR, Kim Bum said that he does not outright reject romance dramas.

Kim Bum admits that he is open to romantic roles if they are too amazing to pass up. He might play in a melodrama if the story is good and interesting, "I am still waiting for a good melodrama." He said.

 

 

 

 

 

4. Not Just Dramas, Movies Too

Although Kim Bum said he is not ruling out the possibility of playing in romance dramas, he is still playing in non-romance dramas. Not just dramas, even some movies played by Kim Bum are far from sweet and romantic. Oh no, is there still hope, KLovers?

 

 

 

 

 

5. Named as Non-Romcom Actor

Recently, it is known that Kim Bum received a title from Korean netizens. Yes, the actor born in 1989 was named as one of the top three male actors "who will never appear in romantic comedies" along with handsome actors Lee Do Hyun and Kim Sung Cheol.

 

 

 

 

 

6. Undoubted Acting Skills

Despite his handsome and gentle appearance, there is no doubt about the acting skills of 33-year-old oppa Kim Bum. He has successfully portrayed tough characters in several dramas and movies. For instance, in the 2015 drama HIDDEN IDENTITY and the 2018 movie DETECTIVE K: SECRET OF THE LIVING DEAD, he played the role of a samurai.

 

 

 

 

 

7. Baby Face

Kim Bum gained international recognition for his role as So Yi Jung in the 2009 drama BOYS BEFORE FLOWERS. Despite 14 years passing, he has not changed much and is still considered to have a baby face.

 

 

 

 

 

8. Likes IVE and TWICE

During an interview on THE K-STAR NEXT DOOR, Kim Bum revealed that he is a big fan of the K-Pop group IVE, who are also under his agency. When asked to suggest an IVE song for fans, he instead recommended the song REWIND by TWICE. This shows why he does not often appear in romantic dramas, but he is open to melodramas if the story is good. Let's wait and see, KLovers.

 

 

 

 

 

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