Kim Do-hoon Delivers Uncanny Likeness to Original in 'Dear. X', Poised for 'Life Character'

Actor Kim Do-hoon has made a powerful debut in the new TVING series ‘Dear. X’, showcasing a striking resemblance to the original webtoon character.

Released on the 6th, ‘Dear. X’ is a TVING original series based on a popular webtoon of the same name. It tells the story of Baek Ah-jin (played by Kim Yoo-jung), a woman who dons a mask to rise to the top after escaping hell, and the individuals she cruelly crushes along the way.

Kim Do-hoon takes on the role of Kim Jae-oh, a character who finds a reason for his existence in Baek Ah-jin, offering her blind faith and unwavering support. He finely portrays the complex emotions of a character deeply affected by her influence. A particularly resonant moment for viewers was when Jae-oh, living a powerless life amidst domestic abuse, felt the value of his existence for the first time upon hearing Ah-jin's words: 'You're not useless. At least, not to me.' This marked a turning point in his life.

Praised for his high synchronization with the original character even before the release, Kim Do-hoon completed Jae-oh's multifaceted charm with his short hairstyle, crisp school uniform fit, natural yet rough gestures, and eyes that shift between cold and warm. The contrast between his raw, rugged exterior and the vulnerable side shown only to Baek Ah-jin meticulously depicted the journey of a character full of wounds and deficiencies finding stability and fulfillment.

Kim Do-hoon, who captivated viewers from the very first episode, has announced the birth of a new life character with ‘Dear. X’. Attention is now focused on how the narrative of Kim Jae-oh and Baek Ah-jin, which began in their school days, will expand in their adult lives. ‘Dear. X’ is released every Thursday on TVING.

Netizens are reacting positively to Kim Do-hoon's performance, with comments like "He's literally the original Jae-oh," "I'm tuning in just for actor Kim Do-hoon," and "I'm looking forward to his chemistry with Kim Yoo-jung." Fans are enthusiastically supporting his future endeavors.