[NEWS] Actor Sungkyu Kim Captivates Global Audiences with His Melodramatic Role in ‘Pachinko’!

#Sungkyu Kim has joined the cast of Apple TV+’s ‘Pachinko’ Season 2 as a new face, drawing attention for his captivating melodramatic performance, which adds depth to his character's narrative.

Released on August 23rd, ‘Pachinko’ Season 2 garnered immediate acclaim, achieving a 100% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It has received rave reviews from major media outlets both domestically and internationally. The show has also topped the Apple TV+ Top 10 TV Shows chart in nine Asian countries, including South Korea, according to global streaming ranking site FlixPatrol.

In this highly praised season, Sungkyu Kim plays Kim Chang-ho, the right-hand man of Hansu Go (played by Lee Minho) and the protector of Sunja’s (played by Minha Kim) family. As a new addition to the cast, Kim’s deep and emotive portrayal of his character’s melodramatic journey has captivated viewers.

Kim Chang-ho is depicted as a man who, with Hansu’s help, leaves a war-torn city just before its destruction and settles with Sunja’s family in the countryside. In this context, he shares delicate and subtle emotional exchanges with Kyunghee (played by Jung Eun-chae), who is part of Sunja's family. Although close in proximity, their emotional distance leaves viewers drawn into their intricate story.

Sungkyu Kim particularly shines in scenes where his character silently supports Kyunghee with steadfast affection. His subtle yet powerful gaze breathes life into the complex emotions between the two characters, portraying a love that cannot be. In Episode 4 of Season 2, Kim Chang-ho tenderly comforts a weary Kyunghee, whose situation remains bleak despite her efforts. His heartfelt expressions, even without many lines, left viewers deeply moved, earning him praise for his nuanced performance.

Sungkyu Kim’s bittersweet portrayal in this unrequited love story has immersed viewers into the world of ‘Pachinko’. As the season unfolds, anticipation builds for more of Kim’s remarkable performance.

Meanwhile, ‘Pachinko’ Season 2, which continues to receive critical acclaim from global media, releases one episode every Friday on Apple TV+.

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