‘Reborn Rich’: THIS Child Star Gains Attention for Playing Young Song Joong Ki
Song Joong Ki's new drama "Reborn Rich" is gaining massive attention and is definitely among the most talked about K-dramas this second half of 2022.
Interestingly, apart from the unique storyline and roster of top stars joining the series, one cast member is being praised by viewers for his exceptional acting.
Kim Kang Hoon Lauded For His Performance as Young Song Joong Ki
13-year-old Kim Kang Hoon took the role of Jin Do Joon, the youngest grandson Soonyang Group founder, and a third-generation chaebol. In "Reborn Rich" portrayed the role of Song Joong Ki's younger version.
As seen in the JTBC series, Yoon Hyun Woo, portrayed by the South Korean heartthrob, is Soonyang Group's loyal employee and senior manager who was shot after being framed for embezzlement.
However, he woke up living in a different body and was reborn as Soonyang Group's founder's youngest grandson.
In episode 2, it featured Kim Kang Hoon portraying the role of Jin Do Joon, the son of filmmaker Jin Yoon Ki and actress Lee Hae In, played by Kim Young Jae and Jung Hye Young.
During the broadcast of the second episode, the 13-year-old actor was lauded by viewers and netizens, pointing out his exceptional acting in playing the role of young Jin Do Joon.
Viewers mentioned how the actor delivers "best acting performances" despite his young age and believes he "has such a bright future ahead."
Appreciation post for one of the best and most talented child actors out there 👏❤️
— hyeppy ♡ (@hyeppy_kdramas) November 19, 2022
Kim Kanghoon always delivers the best acting performances, he has such a bright future ahead 😍#RebornRich #RebornRichEp2 #SongJoongKi #KimKangHoon pic.twitter.com/aITRZ5lpZI
Moreover, netizens also shared appreciation posts on Twitter, praising Kim Kang Hoon's mind-blowing acting and owning "Reborn Rich" episode 2.
#KimKangHoon totally owned Episode 2 (along with Lee Sung Min of course) but this kid really gave another performance of his life. I just know he has a bright future ahead.#RebornRich #RebornRichEP2https://t.co/aQNpyc7L5s
— Karie ✴︎ 3.16 👑💦 (@karie202) November 20, 2022
Some even noticed the remarkable chemistry of the teen star with veteran actor Lee Sung Min as he plays Soonyang Group's Jin Yang Chul.
Kim Kang Hoon's performance in "Reborn Rich" is not the first time that the child star gained the attention of viewers.
He delivered a stellar performance in Lee Seung Gi's "Mouse" playing the role of Jae Hoon.
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In addition, Kim Kang Hoon's drama list also includes award-winning series like "When the Camellia Blooms" as Gong Hyo Jin's son, "Hotel del Luna" as young Yeo Jin Goo and his first ever lead role in "Racket Boys" along with Son Sang Yeon, Tang Jun Sang and more.
Where to Watch 'Reborn Rich'?
After the webtoon-based novel aired its pilot episode, "Reborn Rich" lands second highest debut ratings of any JTBC drama this 2022.
Nielsen Korea cited that the revenge series scored an average nationwide rating of 6.1 percent.
Followed by another rise in the second episode, garnering an average nationwide rating of 8.8 percent.
As for its third episode, "Reborn Rich" hit its first double-digit rating after scoring an average nationwide rating of 10.8 percent.
Interestingly, viewers could catch Song Joong Ki's new drama via JTBC while subtitles are available on ViuTV and Viki.
Meanwhile "Reborn Rich" episode 4 will air on November 25.