Song Kang
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Song Kang

송강
  • Korean Name:송강
  • Birthday:April 23, 1994
  • Nationality:South Korean
  • Zodiac Sign:Taurus
  • Height:186 cm
  • Weight:68
  • MBTI Type:INTP
  • Blood Type:B
  • Occupation:Actor
  • Years Active:2017-Present
  • Agency:Namu Actors
  • Education:Konkuk University Arts Design University
  • SNS:IInstagram: @songkang_b

Biography

Song Kang is a South Korean actor. He is widely recognized for his leading roles in popular television series across multiple genres and for gaining international attention through several Netflix original dramas.

Early Life and Education

Song Kang was born on April 23, 1994, in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Details about his family life include that he has a younger brother. He studied in the Department of Film Arts at Konkuk University, where he prepared for a career in acting before debuting professionally.

Career

Debut and Rise (2017–2019)

Song Kang made his acting debut in 2017 with a supporting role in the romance comedy drama The Liar and His Lover, portraying Baek Jin-woo. In the same year, he also appeared in the family drama Man in the Kitchen and featured in music videos, gradually establishing his presence in the entertainment industry.

His breakthrough came in 2019 when he landed his first major lead role as Hwang Sun-oh in the Netflix original romantic series Love Alarm, based on a popular webtoon. The show’s international success introduced him to global audiences and strengthened his position as a rising star.

Career

Debut and Rise (2017–2019)

Song Kang made his acting debut in 2017 with a supporting role in the romance comedy drama The Liar and His Lover, portraying Baek Jin-woo. In the same year, he also appeared in the family drama Man in the Kitchen and featured in music videos, gradually establishing his presence in the entertainment industry.

His breakthrough came in 2019 when he landed his first major lead role as Hwang Sun-oh in the Netflix original romantic series Love Alarm, based on a popular webtoon. The show’s international success introduced him to global audiences and strengthened his position as a rising star.

Continued Success on Screen (2020–2022)

In 2020, Song starred as Cha Hyun-soo in the apocalyptic horror series Sweet Home — another Netflix original which became one of his most internationally recognized projects. He reprised this role in subsequent seasons. In 2021, he showcased his range with parts in Navillera, a heartfelt drama about ballet, and Nevertheless, a romance series exploring complex relationships.

In 2022, he further solidified his leading actor status with the JTBC romance drama Forecasting Love and Weather, portraying Lee Shi-woo, a character navigating professional and romantic tensions at a weather forecasting office.

Recent Work (2023–Present)

In 2023–2024, Song starred as Jeong Gu-won in the romantic fantasy series My Demon, opposite Kim Yoo-jung, gaining additional acclaim for his performance in the genre blend of romance and supernatural elements.

Beyond acting, he has also appeared as Storyteller on the reality series I-Land 2 in 2024 and has hosted music programs earlier in his career.

Military Service

On April 2, 2024, Song Kang began his mandatory military service as an active duty soldier in South Korea. He is scheduled for release in October 2025 after completing his service obligation.

Filmography

Film

  • Beautiful Vampire (2018) — Lee So-nyeon
  • Escape (Cameo, 2024) — Seon Woo-min

Drama

  • The Liar and His Lover (2017) — Baek Jin-woo
  • Man in the Kitchen (2017–2018) — Kim Woo-joo
  • Love Alarm (2019–2021) — Hwang Sun-oh
  • Sweet Home (2020–2024) — Cha Hyun-soo
  • Navillera (2021) — Lee Chae-rok
  • Nevertheless (2021) — Park Jae-eon
  • Forecasting Love and Weather (2022) — Lee Shi-woo
  • My Demon (2023–2024) — Jeong Gu-won

Fun Facts

  1. Nicknamed “Son of Netflix” – Many of his breakout dramas were Netflix hits, including Love Alarm, Sweet Home, and My Demon.
  2. Before fully committing to acting, he had briefly thought about pursuing architecture as a career path.
  3. Formally trained in Film Arts at Konkuk University – His academic background provided structured acting and performance training.
  4. In contrast to his charismatic or “bad boy” characters, he is often described by colleagues as quiet and gentle in real life.
  5. He regularly works out, and activities such as boxing help him prepare for physically demanding roles.
  6. In addition to acting, he has appeared as a music and entertainment program host.