Song Seung-heon Shines as Both Detective and Manager in 'My Star, My Golden Child'

Actor Song Seung-heon is captivating audiences with his versatile performance in the Genie TV original drama 'My Star, My Golden Child,' seamlessly transitioning between his roles as a detective and a manager.

In the 7th episode, aired on the 8th, Song Seung-heon portrayed 'Dok-go Cheol,' a detective aiming to return to the violent crimes unit, who goes undercover as the manager for star Bong Cheong-ja (played by Uhm Jung-hwa).

Initially, Dok-go Cheol expressed concern over Bong Cheong-ja's potentially risky career moves. However, swayed by her apparent trust in him, he began to unravel the connection between Joo Seung-pil and Tuwon Entertainment, the company that signed Bong Cheong-ja. His actions included persuading the police chief, investigating relevant individuals, scheduling meetings with directors, and even gifting Bong Cheong-ja with a personal safety device.

Dok-go Cheol proved to be a steadfast presence for the distressed Bong Cheong-ja. He even knelt before Go Hee-young to apologize and prevent the cancellation of an advertisement. When Bong Cheong-ja expressed her frustration, he comforted her by saying, "Protecting my actress is a manager's job. Hold your head high and walk with confidence." He further demonstrated his loyalty during a crisis involving an article about her past identity, grabbing her hand and running together when he said, "When I count to three, we run!" leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.

Song Seung-heon has firmly established himself as an indispensable figure at the heart of the drama. He perfectly embodies Dok-go Cheol's multifaceted nature, showcasing his sharp investigative skills as a detective entangled in complex cases, as well as his reliable and supportive role as a manager. As Dok-go Cheol and Bong Cheong-ja become essential to each other, their evolving relationship is bringing smiles to viewers' faces, and anticipation is high for Song Seung-heon's continued narrative in 'My Star, My Golden Child.'

'My Star, My Golden Child,' also starring Uhm Jung-hwa, Lee El, and Oh Dae-hwan, airs every Monday and Tuesday at 10 PM on ENA Channel. It is available for free VOD viewing on Genie TV immediately after broadcast and on TVING for OTT.

Song Seung-heon debuted in the acting world with the MBC drama 'Three Friends' in 1995. He rose to stardom across Asia with the 2000s hit 'Autumn in My Heart,' becoming a Hallyu icon. He has since starred in a variety of projects, including 'My Princess,' 'Saimdang, Memoir of Colors,' 'Black,' and 'The Spies Who Loved Me,' maintaining a consistent acting career.