Actor Kang Hyung-seok generated viewer immersion with his deeply felt emotional performance in the drama 'Second Shot at Love.'
In episodes 9 and 10 of the tvN drama 'Second Shot at Love' (written by Myung Soo-hyun and Jeon Ji-hyun, directed by Jang Yu-jung), which aired on the 9th and 10th, Kang Hyung-seok showcased his presence by navigating a wide range of emotions, from his second date with Han Hyun-joo (played by Jo Yoon-hee) to a tearful confession.
On that day, Bong Sun-wook (played by Kang Hyung-seok) went on a second date with Hyun-joo. As he took Hyun-joo, who had decided to end their relationship, to the train station heading toward the sea, they unexpectedly encountered the couple Han Geum-joo (played by Choi Soo-young) and Seo Ui-jun (Gong Myoung), resulting in an unintentional double date involving four people.
Sun-wook wanted a moment alone with Hyun-joo, but the situation continued to complicate. Despite drifting further from his plans after enjoying lunch together and an exploration of the mudflat, Sun-wook could not hide his feelings for Hyun-joo. The scene where he rushed to save Hyun-joo after she fell into the mudflat, running to her before anyone else, was the embodiment of being 'Hyun-joo's admirer.' Kang Hyung-seok moved the audience's hearts by expressing the character's sincerity with tender glances and delicate reactions.
However, Sun-wook's true feelings led to another conflict. Sensing a subtle tension between the two, Geum-joo opposed their relationship, and adding to the turmoil, Hyun-joo's mother, Gwang-ok (played by Kim Sung-ryung), collapsed, causing Hyun-joo to feel guilty. Despite this, Sun-wook decided to donate a liver to Gwang-ok instead of Geum-joo, demonstrating his unwavering love for Hyun-joo.
Even amid the continuing trials, Sun-wook's heart remained steadfast. Upon discovering that Sun-wook loved Hyun-joo enough to consider a liver donation, his older sister Bong Sun-hwa (played by Kim Bo-jung) attempted to arrange a blind date for Hyun-joo to separate the two, but after getting drunk, Sun-wook went to find Hyun-joo and eventually burst into tears, revealing his heartfelt confessions. His poignant declaration, 'Please don't meet that person,' left a deep impact and moved viewers.
Kang Hyung-seok not only showcased warm visuals but also convincingly portrayed Sun-wook's inner emotions with solid acting skills. Especially, he conveyed the fluctuating feelings of love and the undeniable longing merely through his gaze, generating 'vicarious excitement.' Curiosity is growing about what turning point his heartfelt romance will meet as it approaches the finale next week.
[Photo] Capture from the broadcast of tvN 'Second Shot at Love.'
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