Chunglim (real name Han Chung-lim), who was active as an actor and singer and was called 'the second Rain', has been gone for 2 years.
Chunglim passed away on July 19, 2023, at the age of 37 after battling colon cancer. Both the entertainment industry and fans could not hide their shock and sadness at his sudden news.
Chunglim majored in Korean dance at the Korea National University of Arts and debuted as an actor in the drama 'I'm Sorry, I Love You' in 2004, gaining attention for his stable acting skills and warm appearance in several works, including 'Dream' and 'Smile, Mom'.
In particular, he established himself as a versatile entertainer by also pursuing a singing career through his EP album 'Step', released in 2009. Due to his tall stature and attractive visuals, he was nicknamed 'the second Rain', but his activities dwindled after 'Smile, Mom' in 2010 and the variety show 'Marriage in Daily'.
After being out of the public eye for a while, he was seen in 2020 through YouTube. He was living a new life as a salesman for a motorcycle company. Even after leaving the entertainment industry, he quietly did his best in his own place, but ultimately passed away after a difficult battle with his chronic illness.
Chunglim left behind a short but powerful impression and potential. Fans who remember him are still expressing their longing, saying he was someone who could have shone longer and "may he no longer suffer".
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