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Actor So Ji Sub has made a highly anticipated return to SBS after 13 years with the new Friday-Saturday drama 'Kim Bu Jang', entering a new golden age in his career. The revenge action drama, where an ordinary father transforms into a dangerous operative to find his missing daughter, premiered with a 9.5% rating and achieved a peak viewership of 23.1%, becoming a major hit. It also secured the global number one spot for three consecutive weeks in the Netflix non-English TV show category. Based on a popular Naver webtoon, So Ji Sub showcased intense action acting in this series.
Born on November 4, 1977, So Ji Sub is currently 48 years old. During his school years, he was an elite swimmer, winning medals in national competitions and ranking 4th in the National Sports Festival during his third year of high school, which led to his admission to Korea National Sport University with a special talent scholarship. His entertainment debut in 1995 was through a STORM jeans brand model selection contest, which he entered primarily to meet his idol, Kim Sung Jae of Deux. He officially debuted as an actor in 1997 with the SBS drama 'Model' and rose to stardom through works such as 'Glass Slippers', 'What Happened in Bali', and 'I'm Sorry, I Love You'.
Bloggers commend So Ji Sub for creating another iconic role with 'Kim Bu Jang', following his memorable character Cha Moo Hyuk in 'I'm Sorry, I Love You'. Beyond his acting, he is known for his passion for hip-hop music, investments in independent and art-house films, quiet philanthropic activities, and heartwarming stories of caring for his staff, which have contributed to his long-standing image as a kind-hearted individual. His choice to donate instead of having a lavish wedding and his practice of gifting staff after projects are cited as examples of his sincerity. The anecdote that people have started calling him 'Kim Bu Jang' reflects the tangible impact of his latest resurgence.
