"Somebody" star Kang Hae-rim draws public attention due to dating rumors with Lee Dong-gun…The actress' unexpected background as a Miss Korea finalist
Actress Kang Hae-rim is garnering public attention due to dating rumors with actor Lee Dong-gun. As the relationship between the two becomes known through the reports, Kang Hae-rim's career in the entertainment industry and her past activities are also being newly highlighted.
Born in 1996, Kang Hae-rim caught attention after winning the title of Miss Korea Busan-Ulsan in 2016 before her debut in the entertainment industry, placing in the top 15. Subsequently, she made her acting debut through the web drama "Idol Authority" in 2017, gaining recognition as a reenactor in KBS Joy's "Love's Intervention" seasons 2 and 3.
While steadily building her acting experience, she gained significant attention after being cast as the lead character Kim Som in the Netflix drama "Somebody." Notably, this project is an OTT debut directed by Jeong Ji-woo, known for "The Concubine" and "Your Eyes." Kang Hae-rim secured the lead role against odds of 600:1, receiving acclaim for her delicate portrayal of a character with a unique disposition who struggles to understand others' emotions.
However, after a three-year hiatus following "Somebody," she recently made her comeback in the film "Lobby," directed by Ha Jung-woo, taking on the role of Jin-pro and showcasing a deeper performance, revealing the potential for a renewed rise in her career.
In a recent interview, Kang Hae-rim confessed, "'Lobby' is a project filmed right after 'Somebody' was released," adding, "The drama I had prepared afterward fell through, and as the industry situation became difficult, I naturally took a break." She continued, "Last year I also filmed an independent film, and now I am continuing my acting training," revealing her sincerity as an actor. Now in her eighth year since debut, she shared, "In my late 20s, I didn't want to turn 30, but now that I'm actually turning 30, I feel at ease. I want to let go of my greed and focus on training my acting technically as I move forward."
In the meantime, Kang Hae-rim has once again come under public scrutiny due to dating rumors with Lee Dong-gun, who is 16 years her senior. According to a report from a media outlet on the 29th, the two were spotted together in the Gangnam area of Seoul, and both sides have stated, "It's private, so it's hard to confirm," conveying a cautious stance. There is growing interest in whether the two will address the situation directly.
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