Kim Woo Bin Shares Health Update Five Years After Cancer Diagnosis
Kim Woo Bin talks about his health update during the press conference of his new movie "Alien." As noted by SBS News, the South Korean heartthrob was asked about his physical wellness, five years after he was diagnosed with cancer.
Kim Woo Bin's Health Update: 'Alien' Star in 'Much Better Condition' Than Before
At the press conference, the 33-year-old actor revealed that he recently had his fifth anniversary since he completed his treatment. Kim Woo Bin shared that he went for a checkup, adding "the doctor confirmed that it's all clean and that I'm in a much better condition than I was before."
During the media briefing, he spoke about his hiatus to focus on his health recovery. For the "Alien" star, he thinks that it was not a waste of time but rather a moment to re-evaluate his point of view in life.
"In the past, I used to live up to the future. I always struggled to do better, and make more efforts to become a far better person. I tortured my present self for the future," he explained.
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Moreover, Kim Woo Bin also shared his realization during his five-year hiatus.
"I found it so sad that I was too strict to myself," he said, adding "Finally, I've learned how to compliment myself and cherish things that I have now."
In 2017, fans were stunned to hear the announcement of his then agency, Sidus HQ, regarding his health issues. The management confirmed that Kim Woo Bin will be taking a break after he was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer.
As obtained by a news portal, Sidus HQ clarified that it is not too late for the actor to start his treatment and promised to "come back when he is completely healthy again."
Two years after the heartbreaking announcement, Kim Woo Bin made a surprise appearance at the 2019 Blue Dragon Film Awards.
He delighted everyone with his positive aura and his heartfelt message to "a great number of people" who showed him support.
"I was able to recover fast and stand right here feeling healthy again. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to you," he said.
Kim Woo Bin's Comeback
Interestingly, Kim Woo Bin Made a bold comeback in 2022 after starring in the hit series "Our Blues" with his girlfriend Shin Min Ah and award-winning co-stars Lee Byung Hun, Cha Seung Won, Lee Jung Eun, Han Ji Min, and more.
Kim Woo Bin, Han Ji Min
Kim Woo Bin
Apart from his return to K-drama, the 33-year-old actor also headlines the sci-fi movie "Alien" with Kim Tae Ri and Ryu Jun Yeol.
The movie, helmed and written by Choi Dong Hoon by "The Thieves" and "Assassination" director, is his comeback after six years since he filmed the action crime movie "Master" with Lee Byung Hun and Kang Dong Won.
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Written by Geca Wills
