Actor Shin Dong-uk has reported a healthy update after about a year and a half, significantly raising expectations for his return to his next project. His appearance alongside senior actor Ko Hyun-jung has particularly captured attention.
Shin Dong-uk recently made a rare appearance on Ko Hyun-jung's social media. In the photo, he is wearing a comfortable linen setup and is seen smiling brightly while holding the camera at his neck, displaying a healthier demeanor than before. Ko Hyun-jung also mentioned his presence directly with the comment "actor Shin Dong-uk," confirming their delightful reunion.
Earlier, Shin Dong-uk confessed on social media in December 2023 that he had experienced surgery for the first time in his life during the fall and had spent several months enduring hardships, attempting to reduce his dosage of oral medication for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). He was diagnosed with CRPS during his military service. Following that, he abruptly halted his activities in the entertainment industry and dedicated a long time to treatment. He has been battling this condition for about 15 years now.
In particular, it was reported that after the conclusion of "Dr. Romantic 3," he focused more on treatment than on a return to acting. At that time, an insider told OSEN, "(Shin Dong-uk) had to endure withdrawal symptoms such as dizziness and vomiting while stopping the use of narcotic painkillers," and added, "He is overcoming that and reducing his medication while recovering his health."
Above all, it was mentioned that Shin Dong-uk is actively considering his next project. An insider noted, "He couldn't take on any projects until his health improved, which was hard for him as an actor," and added, "Now his health has improved a lot, and he wants to return with a good project as soon as possible," raising hopes among fans.
In the meantime, following the social media post featuring Shin Dong-uk and Ko Hyun-jung, fans are filled with cheerful responses. Fans expressed their hopes, saying, "It would be great if actor Shin Dong-uk appeared alongside Ko Hyun-jung in his next project," "Seeing him healthier makes me hopeful for his return soon," "I really want to see Shin Dong-uk act," and "Let's rally until his next project comes out."
As a delightful two-shot photo with Ko Hyun-jung has been captured, interest and expectations regarding his return are growing even further. Everyone's attention is focused on Shin Dong-uk, who has overcome a long battle with illness, as they hope for the day when he will shine again as an actor.
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