Song Kang is a South Korean actor who rose to fame through roles in several hit Netflix series, earning him the nickname “Son of Netflix” due to his close association with the platform.
He made his acting debut in 2017 and is best known for his role as Hwang Sun Oh in Love Alarm (2019-2021).
His career gained momentum with starring roles in the global hit horror series Sweet Home (2020) and Yet (2021), which showcased his versatility in romantic dramas.
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- Full name: Song Kang
- Date of birth: April 23, 1994
- Age: 30 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Suwon, South Korea
- Nationality: South Korea
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 183 cm (6 ft)
- Parents: Song Renda (father)
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Asian (Korean)
- Net worth: $20 million
early life and education
Song Kang was born in Suwon, South Korea on April 23, 1994. He will be 30 years old as of 2024.
He grew up in a middle-class family and completed his early education in South Korea. Song studied at Jianguo University, majoring in film art.
His academic background in acting laid the foundation for his eventual entry into the entertainment industry.
Although the public knows little about his parents, his father Song Inda has been mentioned in media interviews.
personal life
Song Kang is unmarried and has no public relationships.
He’s been linked to a few rumors about his co-stars in the past, mostly due to his on-screen chemistry in shows like “Nevertheless” and “Love Alarm.”
However, no confirmed relationship has emerged yet. He maintains a private life and focuses on his acting career. There is no public information about any children or marriage engagements.
Profession
Song Kang made his debut in 2017 with a supporting role in the romantic comedy “The Liar and His Lover”.
However, his breakthrough came in 2019’s Love Alarm, in which he played Huang Shanwu, a high school student caught in a complicated love triangle. The Netflix series based on the webcomic brought him international fame.
Following the success of Love Alarm, Song further solidified his popularity and showcased his charisma to a global audience with a starring role in the apocalyptic horror drama Sweet Home (2020).
In 2021, Song starred in more diverse roles, such as ballet dancer Lee Chae-rok in “Navilela” and frivolous art student Park Jae-yeon in “However.”
Both roles allowed him to showcase his versatility as an actor, but still get attention for his modern romance and complex characters.
His work continues until 2022, with a starring role in Love and Weather, in which he plays a free-spirited weather forecaster opposite Park Min Young.
In 2023, Song Kang added the supernatural fantasy drama “My Devil” to his filmography, further establishing his scope in different types of films.
Awards
- 2021: “Navilela” was nominated for Best New Actor (TV Series) at the Baeksang Arts Awards
- 2021: ‘Sweet Home’ Wins ACA Award of Excellence
- 2021: “Navillara” and “Sweet Home” nominated for Asian Content Awards for Male Newcomer
net worth
Song Kang’s estimated net worth is approximately $20 million.
This wealth has been accumulated primarily through his roles in high-profile Netflix productions, brand endorsements, and global recognition.
social media
- Instagram: @songkang_b
- Twitter: N/A
film chronology
- The liar and his lover
- man in kitchen
- love alarm clock
- When the devil calls your name
- sweet home
- Navilela
- despite this
- Predicting love and weather
- my devil
