Will Kim Jung Hyun Regain His Popularity With Upcoming Drama ‘Kokdu: Season of Deity’?
Kim Jung Hyun is finally returning to the entertainment spotlight after his hiatus. Will he be able to regain his popularity with his upcoming romance drama with Im Soo Hyang?
Kim Jung Hyun Returning To the Spotlight With 'Kokdu: Season of Deity'
Public figures, particularly actors who tell stories through their characters are being recognized for their talent and have years of establishing a good image in the public. However, private life issues can become a bad impression that affects acting performances.
After his name got involved in a controversy over a love affair in 2021, the credibility of K-actor Kim Jung Hyun is at the bottom.
To recall, the "Mr. Queen" star was one of the hottest actors in the industry in 2021. But in the same year, he received numerous backlash from the public after he caused damage to the production team of his 2018 series "Time." In addition, he was gaslighted by his ex-girlfriend Seo Ye Ji.
According to media reports, the actress reportedly forced Jung Hyun to ask the director and writer to revise the script as well as avoid romantic scenes with his female co-stars and showed rude attitude towards his colleagues. Due to the multiple controversies, Kim Jung Hyun bravely released a statement about his past behavior and regret his actions.
After releasing his statement, the "School 2017" actor took a hiatus and hid from the public for almost two years.
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In the last quarter of 2022, it was announced that Kim Jung Hyun will headline the new series "Kokdu: Season of Deity," also known as "The Season of Kokdu." He is expected to share the frame with "Woori the Virgin" actress Im Soo Hyang.
Will Kim Jung Hyun Regain the Viewers' Trust?
Since he has been away from the entertainment spotlight for almost two years. People are still looking forward to seeing him back in dramas. Even though it may take a long time for Kim Jung Hyun to regain the lost trust and his popularity, the actor will probably not to commit the same mistake and continue to show a good side of him.
"Kokdu: Season of Deity" provided Kim Jung Hyun with an opportunity to make his long-awaited return. The actor is ready to meet his fans again and attracts more viewers with his soon-to-release series.
Catch Kim Jung Hyun and Im Soo Hyang this January 27 on MBC's "Kokdu: Season of Deity." The drama will occupy the Friday and Saturday slots every 10 p.m. (KST).
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