In the drama, Kwak Dong-yeon played the role of Hong Su-cheol, the younger brother of Hong Hae-in (played by Kim Ji-won) and husband to Cheon Da-hye (played by Lee Joo-bin), showcasing a deep and nuanced performance. This project added another shining moment to Kwak Dong-yeon’s acting career, filled with meaningful experiences gained through his reunion with Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won.
‘Queen Of Tears’ encapsulates the story of a third-generation chaebol from the Queens Group and supermarket prince Baek Hyun-woo (played by Kim Soo-hyun), along with their thrilling crises and the rekindling of their love. Kwak Dong-yeon, once again aligning with Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won in this work, heightened the drama’s enjoyment with his unique blend of humorous and earnest acting. Particularly, Kwak Dong-yeon shared that reuniting with Kim Ji-won brought back memories of ‘Fight for My Way,’ allowing them to act more exuberantly based on deep trust and comfort with one another.
Kwak Dong-yeon shared memorable moments of chemistry and ad-libs on set, including a tiki-taka chemistry with Kim Soo-hyun and episodes from preparing Chinese ad-libs. These behind-the-scenes stories provided fans with a deeper understanding of the work and a glimpse into the actors’ close relationships.
This experience in ‘Queen Of Tears’ inspired Kwak Dong-yeon to dream of new acting challenges. He expressed his desire to tackle family stories, action genres, and a wider range of characters in the future. Additionally, his sense of humor and eloquence shine through in his interactions with fans on social media, making him an even more beloved figure.
Kwak Dong-yeon’s continuous growth and diverse acting challenges will keep attracting much anticipation. Fans are already showing keen interest in what new aspects he will present and how his acting journey will unfold. Through this interview, Kwak Dong-yeon once again revealed his sincerity and passion, heightening expectations for his future activities.
