Gong Myung Reveals Enduring "Extreme Job" Team Bond: "Still Strong Loyalty After 6 Years"

Actor Gong Myung is generating buzz by revealing the unwavering camaraderie of the "Extreme Job" movie team. Appearing as a guest on the KBS 1TV entertainment show 'Life is a Movie' airing on the 7th, Gong Myung will look back on his acting journey, starting from his debut in the 2013 short film 'An Inconvenient Truth' where the director described him as a 'blank canvas'. He'll share his path to becoming a "10 million viewer" actor through steady accumulation of diverse roles.

Now a 13-year veteran, Gong Myung expressed his gratitude, stating, "It's been a great fortune to consistently work on various projects," and revealed his diligent acting philosophy, likening himself to someone "continuously rowing." Film critic Lee Raner commented on the unique approach of actors who grew through independent films, recalling Gong Myung's impressive performance as Ki-cheol in the 2014 film 'This Is Our Ending'. Another critic, 'Almost None', praised Gong Myung as a "hustle actor" for his dedication to completing every project he takes on, showing deep trust in his accumulated acting skills.

Gong Myung also touched upon his indispensable role in "Extreme Job," the film that propelled him to stardom. He confessed, "My role was the very last casting, and I felt I absolutely had to do it, so I appealed intensely to the director," sharing his earnest feelings during the audition. He further added, "We still maintain gatherings with the 'Extreme Job' cast, and we recently had our 6th-anniversary meet-up," highlighting the warm team spirit. Notably, he shared a behind-the-scenes anecdote where senior actor Ryu Seung-ryong called himself 'Easter' and Gong Myung 'Hatching Day'. Critic Lee Raner agreed that 'Hatching Day' perfectly describes Gong Myung, amplifying anticipation for the broadcast this coming 7th at 9:30 PM.

Gong Myung debuted in 2010 as part of the idol group 'Surprise', marking his entry into the entertainment industry.

He has showcased memorable performances in various dramas and films, including 'Extreme Job', 'Melo is My Nature', and 'Lovers of the Red Sky'.

He is currently actively engaged in his career, recently appearing in 'On Your Wedding Day'.