South Korean actor Song Joong Ki has once again gone viral on the internet with a video that has sparked an online debate. Some netizens have jumped back into the discussion about his divorce with Song Hye Kyo, claiming to see a dramatic change in his appearance.
As per Koreaboo, the footage filmed during the actor's departure from Incheon International Airport in 2025, recently gained traction on Instagram Threads and other social media platforms. As the clip went viral, viewers were shocked to see the actor looking more mature than the youthful image that helped make him one of Korea's most recognizable stars.
While many users pointed out that aging is natural, especially for someone approaching his mid-40s, others linked his changed looks to major life events, including his highly publicized split from Song Hye Kyo in 2019.
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There were some sympathetic comments regarding the challenges of getting old while others wondered if he had changed dramatically since his divorce. Many readers felt that perhaps pressure from fans, his career, and family life might have been more responsible for the changes in his appearance.
The renewed discussion demonstrates how closely Song's personal life remains tied to public perception years after the end of his marriage. Song and Song Hye Kyo became one of South Korea's most talked-about celebrity couples after starring together in the hit 2016 drama "Descendants of the Sun." Their divorce three years later generated headlines across Asia and continues to be a topic of discussion among fans.
Despite the online gossip, Song seems to be concentrating on his career. According to the Korea Times, citing sister publication Hankook Ilbo, the actor is getting ready for a major comeback to KBS with the upcoming romantic comedy "Love Cloud," as reported on May 13, 2026.
The project will mark Song's first drama with the broadcaster in approximately a decade since the massive success of "Descendants of the Sun." The series is expected to premiere in the first half of 2027 and will co-star actress Park Ji-hyun. The story, set on the backdrop of Jeju Island, revolves around two ex-lovers who reunite years later as an air traffic controller and pilot.
The drama is viewed by industry observers as a big homecoming for Song, whose performances in series such as "Vincenzo" and "Reborn Rich" have cemented his position as one of Korea's top actors.
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