Actor Kim Nam-gil wraps up five-hour fan meet

By KTimes

Actor Kim Nam-gil successfully wrapped up his fan meet in Korea. He held the event at the Grand Theater of Donghae Arts Center at Kwangwoon University on Sunday, creating lasting memories with his fans.

Tickets sold out instantly upon release, a clear indication of the high anticipation leading up to the event. Over the course of the five-hour gathering, Kim interacted with fans through a variety of talk segments and live performances, providing an unforgettable experience.

Kim opened the fan meeting by transforming into a radio DJ for "Kim Nam-gil’s Shining Night," greeting fans warmly. He then set the mood with heartfelt renditions of "You Were Beautiful" by DAY6 and "Return" by Lee Seung-gi, drawing enthusiastic cheers from the audience.

As he explained the meaning behind the theme of the event, Kim kicked off the main program with a lively talk session. In the Gilmography segment, he shared personal anecdotes while reviewing photos of his belongings.

He also revisited key scenes from his film "The Pirates" (2014) and the 2022 drama "Through the Darkness," sharing behind-the-scenes stories that fans had never heard before.

The event also featured interactive moments, including an Ask Kim Nam-gil segment where the actor answered questions submitted by fans, which were collected before the show. The second half, hosted by actor Ha Ji-young, highlighted Kim’s well-known affection for his fans.

He surprised the audience by singing "Hug Me" by Jung Joon-il while walking through the crowd, personally connecting with fans on both floors of the venue.

In the Gilpotify segment, Kim showcased his musical tastes by performing impromptu karaoke using a machine set up on stage, earning enthusiastic applause.

A surprise birthday celebration also took place for Kim, who was born in March. The venue was filled with emotions as fans sang a heartfelt rendition of the birthday song while presenting a specially prepared cake.

As the event drew to a close, Kim performed "If It Is You" by Jung Seung-hwan, followed by the encore song "Can’t I Love You?" The audience reciprocated his passion with a sing-along and a special slogan event, making for a touching finale to the Seoul fan meet event.

Looking back on the event, Kim expressed his gratitude, saying, "Meeting my fans is always exciting and fulfilling. Your support and love give me great strength, and as both an actor and a person, I feel a deep sense of responsibility to have a positive influence."

He continued, "I promise to bring you great projects and stay by your side for a long time. Thank you sincerely for being here today. I will treasure this moment and continue to give my best. Let’s meet again soon."

Following his successful fan meets in Seoul, and Japan's Osaka and Saitama, Kim is set to connect with global audiences through his upcoming Netflix series "Trigger," premiering later this year.

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.