5 Song Kang dramas to stream before he enlists in the military

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Our first encounter with Korean actor Song Kang likely varied depending on the K-dramas we were drawn to.

Perhaps some of us fell for his charm during the pandemic with his role in “Love Alarm” alongside Kim So-hyun, while others reveled in his recent lead performance in “My Demon.”

Even for those not deeply entrenched in the world of K-dramas, Song Kang is a name that resonates, earning him the moniker “Son of Netflix” due to his extensive repertoire on the streaming platform.

However, we may soon bid him farewell for a while, as he’s set to embark on his mandatory military enlistment on April 2. Yet, fear not, for his catalog of dramas will serve as our comfort whenever we yearn for his presence.

So, before he takes his leave, here’s a curated list of essential Song Kang dramas to delve into beyond hits like “Love Alarm” and “My Demon.”

“Navillera”

Probably one of Song Kang’s underrated series, Navillera is a heartwarming tale that unfolds the journey of a 70-year-old man with a dream and a 23-year-old man with a unique talent. Together, they navigate through life’s adversities, lifting each other up and embracing the challenges of pursuing their shared passion for ballet.

Did you know that the 29-year-old star learned ballet for five to six months for this role? He’s a dedicated artist willing to make his role even more memorable and authentic.

‘Sweet Home’

After shedding tears over “Navillera,” brace yourself for the gripping thrill of the two seasons of “Sweet Home.” The actor from “Love Alarm” dives into an entirely different character in this series, portraying Cha Hyun-su as he undergoes a monstrous transformation. Yet, there’s something about him and his extraordinary abilities that hold the key to saving everyone.

More than his acting and the plot, the series boasts a stellar cast with “Youth of May” leads Lee Do-hyun and Go Min-si and “Alchemy of Souls” actress Go Youn-jung, among others.

According to reports, fans won’t have to wait too much longer for the release as it’s scheduled to hit screens in the summer of 2024.

‘Nevertheless’

What’s even scarier than monsters? Falling in love with people who are definitely “red flags.”

That’s the role Song Kang plays in “Nevertheless” as the controversial Park Jae-eon, alongside Han So-Hee from “The World of the Married.” The story revolves around a guy who’s fed up with relationships but enjoys flirting and a girl who wants to date but doesn’t believe in love.

‘Forecasting Love and Weather’

Bringing a lighter touch to the screen is “Forecasting Love and Weather,” featuring Park Min-Young. The story? Song Kang plays a weather forecaster alongside Min-young’s spirited co-worker role. In this charming series, predicting love proves just as unpredictable as forecasting the weather.

‘The Liar and His Lover’

Similar to “Love Alarm,” Song Kang wasn’t chosen again in this series, which stars Red Velvet’s Joy and “Money Heist Korea” actor Lee Hyun-woo. Released in 2017, he portrayed Joy’s childhood friend.

The story revolves around Kang Han-gyul (Lee Hyun-woo), a heartbroken genius music composer who encounters the talented singer and student Yoon So-rim (Joy) while living under a hidden identity.

As we eagerly await Song Kang’s return to the scene, his dramas will keep us feeling his presence, with even more to discover beyond those mentioned.

However, before he enters the military, he is set to headline one last project as the host of Mnet’s upcoming survival show, I-LAND Season 2, scheduled to broadcast next month.