[NEWS] Actor Gong Myoung, Thoughts on the End of TVING’s 'Way Back Love'... "It still doesn’t feel real because this project was truly special."
Gong Myoung Shares His Thoughts via Saram Ent.
Actor #GongMyoung Shared His Thoughts on the Conclusion of Way Back Love
The final episode of the TVING original drama Way Back Love (produced by CJ ENM and Studio MONDO, distributed by TVING) was recently released. Gong Myoung played the role of Kim Ramwoo, a first love who returns as a grim reaper, portraying a warm and poignant youthful romance like a gentle spring day.
Returning to the small screen after a long time, Gong Myoung proved what “Gong Myoung-style romance” is all about. His character, Ramwoo, delivers the news of death to Jung Heewan (played by Kim Minha), but at the same time, he longs to help her rediscover hope in life. Gong Myoung convincingly portrayed Ramwoo as a ray of light in the darkness—comforting Heewan with a bright smile and gentle warmth, even in the face of death. Above all, his deepened gaze, resonant voice, and emotionally grounded performance showcased his strength and maturity as a leading man in a romance drama.
Gong Myoung shared his thoughts through his agency, Saram Entertainment, saying, “This was an especially meaningful project for me, so the end doesn’t feel real. I’m deeply grateful to everyone who loved Way Back Love.”
He went on to say, “Since Ramwoo is someone who wants Heewan to find the strength to live on, I aimed to express warmth and comfort.” This emotional sincerity is revealed in Ramwoo’s actions: even though he knows he will vanish if he interferes with the ledger of the dead, he still chooses to appear before Heewan and sets her time in motion. Gong Myoung captured every side of Ramwoo with care—from his bright demeanor guiding Heewan forward, to his sorrowful plea to a despairing Heewan, “Why can’t you keep moving forward?” In particular, his final farewell—saying “Saving you is saving myself” while swallowing his tears and smiling—was delivered with such delicate precision that it left a lasting emotional impression and moved many viewers to tears.
Gong Myoung also shared that he felt comforted seeing Ramwoo’s mother, Jungsook (played by Seo Younghee), choosing to live on with longing rather than guilt over her son’s death. Through portraying Ramwoo lighting a lantern for his mother, he hoped to express the quiet, enduring love between family members. “I believe longing also needs comfort, so I put my heart into conveying those emotions. That’s why I fully immersed myself in those emotions and acted with sincerity.” He added, “I hope everyone watching will truly love those dear to them, and freely miss those they miss."
Finally, he expressed his affection for the series by saying, “Once you start, you’ll be drawn in. I hope you watch Way Back Love now on TVING.”
[Full Q&A Interview with Actor Gong Myoung]
Q. Thoughts on the end of Way Back Love
This project was especially meaningful to me, so the ending still doesn’t feel real. I’m truly grateful to everyone who loved Way Back Love.
Q. How did you feel playing the character 'Kim Ramwoo'?
Even before filming, I had many conversations with the director and actress Kim Minha, and we continued to share ideas on set, so nothing felt too difficult. Portraying Kim Ramwoo was a joyful and fulfilling experience from beginning to end.
Q. What did you focus on when expressing Ramwoo’s feelings for Heewan?
I tried to sincerely convey his emotions in a way unique to Ramwoo. Since Ramwoo is someone who wants Heewan to find the strength to live on, I aimed to express warmth and comfort.
Q. Was there a message you wanted to convey through Ramwoo’s relationship with his mother, Jungsook?
I wanted to show not only romantic love between a lover but also familial love. I believe longing also needs comfort, so I put my heart into conveying those emotions.
Q. A message to the viewers of Way Back Love
I appreciate those who see this drama as a fresh and youthful fantasy romance, but I also hope it remains in your hearts as a story that offers comfort for longing. Your love and support gave me great strength. I hope everyone watching will truly love those dear to them, and freely miss those they miss.
Q. A word for future viewers who haven’t watched Way Back Love yet
Haven’t watched Way Back Love yet? It’s filled with fresh, sweet, lovable, and even heartbreaking emotions of youth. Once you start, you’ll be drawn in. I hope you watch Way Back Love now on TVING.
[Photo = Saram Entertainment, TVING]