Korean Actor Reflects on Late Father and Career Breakthrough in Netflix Series

South Korean actor Choi Dae-hoon offered a heartfelt glimpse into his private life as he reminisced about his late father during a recent broadcast. Revealing that he lived with his parents until the age of 35, Choi shared a poignant memory: “I was in makeup when I suddenly saw my father’s face. My sisters cried while watching the show,” he said, expressing deep longing and sorrow.

The actor emotionally recalled a bittersweet promise made to his father before his passing: “I told him to wait 12 years — that I’d buy him a car and more. I never got the chance.” Choi continued, adding through tears, “If he were alive today, just walking along this ‘flower path’ with me would make him happy.”

Choi’s moving segment will officially air on June 23 at 8:45 PM KST. His story has resonated widely, bridging his personal journey with the public persona he’s developed over years of hard work.

Born in 1980, Choi Dae-hoon made his debut in 2002 with the indie short film Salted Mackerel. After enduring a long stretch of relative obscurity, he recently found a breakthrough role in Netflix’s Korean series Ppong’s Goldfish (Korean title: 폭싹 속았수다), where he plays the loveably rough character Bu Sang-gil, also known by the viral nickname “Hak-ssi.” His memorable performance and unique charm have earned him critical and audience acclaim alike.

Choi’s rise in the entertainment world reflects both perseverance and talent, making his late success not just a personal triumph but an inspiration to many striving actors in the South Korean industry.