Lee Sung Gi started 2023 by delivering a heartfelt message to fans on New Year's Day.
The news comes after the top star bagged Daesang at the recently concluded 2022 KBS Drama Awards.
The award-winning actor took to social media to express his gratitude to his fans for supporting him throughout his career.
Lee Seung Gi Instagram: Actor Thanks Fans With Special Message
On his recent Instagram post, Lee Seung Gi expressed his sincere gratitude to viewers and fans as he was able to receive another achievement, thanks to their support.
"The 'Daesang' from the '2022 KBS Drama Awards'. I want to sincerely thank all of you for giving me this precious award," he said.
Apart from his touching message to fans, one thing that caught the public's attention is his major transformation.
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Amid the actor's conflict with his then agency, Lee Seung Gi surprised the public with an unexpected hair transformation as the top star rocked a buzz-cut hairstyle.
During the annual ceremony, as Lee Seung Gi accepted the "Best Couple Award" with his "The Law Cafe" co-star, he clarified that he did not cut his hair because of problems but for his new role.
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After "The Law Cafe" the singer-actor's next project is his big screen comeback, "Big Family" where he portrays the role of a monk.
"I shaved my head because I'm playing the role of a monk. I hope. A lot of people looked at it with sad eyes. I really wanted to say it," he explained.
Joining Lee Seung Gi, veteran actor Kim Yoon Seok will be among the main characters in the "Big Family."
Per reports, the production team began filming in November 2022, and will be released in late fall of 2023.
Interestingly, as for Lee Seung Gi's preparation, the actor reportedly has gone through the Buddhist initiation ceremony and even received a Buddhist name, Dowon.