Song Joong Ki is, without a doubt, one of the biggest stars in the industry. But after his brilliant portrayal of Vincenzo Cassano in the megahit series "Vincenzo," his fan base grew triple.
With his gorgeous facial features and undeniable charisma, fans and viewers just couldn't help but fall in love with him. If you wish to know him more, here are five things you might not know about him yet!
1. 'Descendants of the Sun' Is Song Joong Ki's Breakthrough Drama
Although Song Joong Ki already established his name in the industry for his popular dramas like "Sungkyunkwan Scandal," it wasn't until 2016 that the actor was able to penetrate the Hallyu world with his presence.
Fans and viewers around the world were able to witness the "Vincenzo" actor's charms in the blockbuster drama "Descendants of the Sun" with Song Hye Kyo.
In the same year, he received the Baeksang Arts Award for most popular actor and the Daesang (Grand Prize) at the KBS Drama Awards. Undoubtedly, the drama really pushed him to stardom, and he had been enjoying much-deserved international acclaim since then.
2. Song Joong Ki Is a Published Author
Apart from his good looks, amazing acting skills and charisma, the actor is also a published author! Seriously, is there anything he can't do?
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In 2010, Song Joong Ki and beauty editor Hwang Min Young collaborated on the book "Beautiful Skin Project For Men." People wanted to discover Song Joong Ki's skincare secrets and how-tos to achieve a perfect skin. Because of this, the book became the bestseller at the time.
3. The Actor Has a Beautiful Voice
While everyone has seen him play the role of an Italian mafia, Song Joong Ki played the bad guy in the 2012 melodrama "The Innocent Man."
The drama was a massive hit, and it also contributed to the actor's fame today. But did you know that he sang on one of the drama's OSTs? The actor boasted his amazing singing skills, which made the drama even more unique.
4. Song Joong Ki Made His Debut in a Korean Game Show
You might think that he first appeared on television through a drama, but no! Before he made his debut with the 2008 film "Frozen Flower," Song Joong Ki first appeared in the popular game show "Quiz Korea."
He made his appearance at the last minute of the show, filling in for another candidate who wasn't able to show up. Song Joong Ki placed second on the game show.
5. Lee Kwang Soo Is Song Joong Ki's Best Friend
If there's one name that Song Joong Ki could never forget, it would be fellow award-winning actor Lee Kwang Soo's!
Song Joong Ki frequently mentioned Lee Kwang Soo as his friend in interviews. He even shared that the actor visited him in the military. In addition to that, Song Joong Ki admitted that he spends a lot of time at the "Running Man" actor's house.
When Song Joong Ki was in the military and couldn't go to his older brother's wedding, Lee Kwang Soo attended in his stead.
Lee Kwang Soo also shared that he visits Song Joong Ki's family to deliver presents and spend time with them. Isn't their friendship the most adorable?
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Written by Elijah Mully.
