Recently, Song Joong Ki held his first fan-meeting in 7 years in Korea. This emotional meeting helped the actor reconnect with the fans who have supported him throughout his career.
Notably, the event had a special guest who surprised everyone, Kim Ji Won.
The actress appeared suddenly without warning. She went on stage in a beige sweater and bright-colored jeans. Despite wearing simple outfits, Kim Ji Won's beauty is still very outstanding.
The beauty of Queen of Tears told Song Joong Kis fans: Hello everyone, I am Kim Ji Won and the follow-up to senior Song Joong Ki. Today I was a volunteer and confidential visitor.
Song Joong Ki was surprised to see Kim Ji Won. He was so confused that he mistakenly introduced himself as Park Ji Won, then immediately edited it.
The actor revealed that it has been a long time since he and Kim Ji Won have met in person. Song Joong Ki was touched because Kim Ji Won was very busy with her personal schedule but still spent time supporting her. Song Joong Ki also had a very intimate hug to Kim Ji Won's shoulder. The image of Song Joong Ki hugging Kim Ji Won immediately caused a stir, shared across social media platforms.
Song Joong Ki and Kim Ji Won first worked together when they participated in KBS2's hit drama "The Sun's fate" in 2016. Song Joong Ki plays the male lead, Kim Ji Won is the supporting female.
After that, the two continued to collaborate in tvN's big-budget investment drama "Arthdals Border History" part 1 in 2019.
Since 2022, both actors have worked under the management of High Zium Studio, making them closer to their colleagues.
In March 2024, Song Joong Ki took on a guest role in the drama Queen of Tears, once again meeting Kim Ji Won (playing the female lead), highlighting their strong relationship.
At the event, Kim Ji Won said, "I just came here to bring some joy", then continued to share anecdotes about the two's time in the studio, including memories of the characters Eun Seom (played by Song Joong Ki) and Tanya (played by Kim Ji Won) in "The Bicycle of Arthdal".
It is not uncommon for Kim Ji Won to support her senior in the same company. But Kim Ji Won is a star who rarely attends events of other colleagues, so her appearance this time was so surprising.
On the other hand, some audiences expressed concern when Kim Ji Won revealed her close relationship with Song Joong Ki at a time when the actor's reputation was not good.
Recently, the drama My Youth starring Song Joong Ki and Chun Woo Hee was a disastrous failure, with ratings unable to reach 3% on tvN. The public criticized the actor for lacking breakthroughs in his career despite being in his 40s.
Song Joong Ki's frequent mention of his marriage to his British wife in variety shows and interviews also makes people bored.
However, most fans defend Kim Ji Won, saying that personal relationships are her private matter and that fans have no right to interfere in this.
