A year has passed since “Queen of Tears” fascinated the audience with its compelling history and star performances. While fans continue to love the drama, many are curious about what the cast has done since the end of the series. From the new exciting projects to the personal milestones, here is a look at where the stars of “Queen of Tears” are.
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A year after the conclusion of “Queen of Tears”, Kim Soo-Hyun’s career remains in the spotlight, but not for the reasons that many expected. While the successful drama cemented his status of one of the best actors of South Korea, his name has recently been entangled in disputes due to voices filled on his relationship passed with the deceased actress Kim Sae-Se.
The situation intensified when the YouTube channel Garo Sero Research Institute made sensational statements about their alleged history, including the accusations of care. These statements led to bright online discussions, with the public and the media divided on the validity of the accusations. In response, the Kim Soo-Hyun agency, gold medal, issued an official declaration that clarifies that while leaving Kim Sae-Se-Se, their relationship began only when she was already an adult. The agency also underlined their intention to undertake a strong legal action against the dissemination of false information.
Kim Ji-Won (Hong Hae-in)
Following the success of Queen of Tears, Kim Ji-Won remains one of the most requested actresses of Korean entertainment. From the success of the drama, he carefully selected his next project, with the fans awaiting his return to the screen impatience. He also held a tour of fans of Asia, in contact with fans in eight cities, including Soul, Osaka, Tokyo, Taipei, Manila, Macao, Bangkok and Jakarta.
Due to the success of the drama, Kim Ji-Won has often been linked to Kim Soo-Hyun. As a result, it was inevitable that he was mentioned in his recent controversy.
In addition to the acting, Kim Ji-Won has been actively involved in the backgrounds of the brand and characteristics of magazines, including covers for Elle Korea (March issue) and Elle Japan (April issue), as well as promotions for snake Bvlgari and more. It is also scheduled to participate in “Orange Run 2025”, a charity event in honor of the International Women’s Day in collaboration with Hanwha General Insurance, the brand it represents, further maintaining its strong presence in the eyes of the public.
Intrionance, on March 15, Kim Ji-Won made a surprise appearance at Jennie’s “The Ruby Experience” concert in Seoul. The fans were struck off guard, since it was not clear if he had any link with Jennie. Given his self -proclaimed introverted nature and the preference to stay at home, his presence was an unexpected surprise.
Park Sung-Hoon (Yoon Eun-Sung)
Park Sung-Hoon’s career was obscured by a dispute deriving from a social media error. At the end of December 2024, he faced a repercussions for accidentally shared an explicit image of Squid Game’s parody on his Instagram history. The image, taken from a Japanese adult film that is spoofing of the series, has been quickly canceled. His agency, Bh Entertainment, clarified that he had received the image through a direct message and that he has published it publicly.
Park Sung-Hoon later he apologized to tears during a press conference, recognizing his mistake and expressing a deep regret. However, the controversy has had lasting consequences on his career. The public response remains divided, with some who ask for responsibilities and others who ask themselves if the repercussions are excessive. Despite his apologies and commitment to be cautious, the accident influenced his public image, launching uncertainty about his future projects.
Kwak Dong-Yeon (Hong Soo-Cheol)
Kwak Dong-Yeon is perhaps the lowest member of the cast of “Queen of Tears” from the end of the drama. He has carefully selected his next project while actively engaged in the entertainment programs and brand approvals, consolidating his presence in the sector. His growing popularity has fans eager to see what his neighbor will take.
Recently, Kwak Dong-Eyon met with his co-protagonists of “Love in the Moonlight” Kim Yoo-Jung and Jung Jinyoung to support Park Bo-Gum debut as a guest of “The Seasons: Park Bo-Gum by Park Bo-Gum.” By appearing as special guests in the premiere episode, the cast showed their lasting friendship by performing the popcorn of Do Kyung-Soo, surprising and touching Park Bo-Gum. The show ended with all four actors who joyfully sing the “purple fragrance”, highlighting their strong link and continuous mutual support.
July (count de-hye)
Lee Joo-Bin is entering the spotlight with a leading role in the next TV drama “Divorce Insurance”, co-protagonist Lee Dong-Wook. Unlike his support role in “Queen of Tears”, this new project marks a significant step in his career, allowing it to be at the center of the scene.
He plays Kang Han-Deul, a subscriber who reinvents himself after the divorce, joining a special insurance team led by No Gi-Joon (Lee Dong-Wook). The drama merges romance and comedy in the workplace, facing modern relationships with a new perspective.
Lee Joo-Bin expressed excitement for the role, describing Han-Deul as a kind but resilient, comparing it to “a barrel that does not break in the strong winds”. With this new project, scheduled for preview on March 31 and broadcasts global stream on Amazon Prime video, Lee Joo-Bin is demonstrating his versatility and takes a big step forward in his career.
