Park Soo-hong and Shim Hyung-tak. Both have lived with a deep wound related to the word 'family' in their own lives. They had to turn their backs on the family they trusted, and despite wanting to protect their family more than anyone, it was ultimately their family that caused them the greatest pain. However, now, after marriage and embracing their second child, the two are creating a 'real family' in their own way.
On the 23rd, KBS2's 'The Return of Superman' (hereinafter 'Superman Returns') aired for the first time the daily life of actor Shim Hyung-tak with his Japanese wife Saya and their son Haru, who have newly started their family. Shim Hyung-tak confessed, "Not a single one of my blood relatives attended the wedding," saying, "I was hurt so badly by family that it was almost unbearable, but my wife Saya helped me to breathe again. She was the one who helped me get back on my feet."
That day, Park Soo-hong, who appeared together, quietly held his hand and expressed deep empathy with a brief statement, "I know how you feel." This was particularly poignant as Park Soo-hong also held the hand of his bride Kim Da-ye during their wedding in 2022 without any family present. Because he lived for his family more than anyone else, his older brother's embezzlement scandal worth 6 billion won and subsequent rejection by his parents drove him to the brink. His story, where he fainted during an interrogation due to physical abuse from his father and was taken to the hospital, garnered sympathy from many.
Shim Hyung-tak also suffered mental anguish due to his mother's repeated financial issues and had to endure legal battles. In despair so profound that he cried out, "Please save me," he started to lose himself. However, he stated, "Thanks to Saya and Haru, I regained my smile. I met an angel," conveying deep gratitude and love for his new family.
Having shared deep empathy for each other, the two soon directed warm gazes toward each other's children. Park Soo-hong shared a photo of Haru and his daughter Jae-i on his social media, saying, "Haru, congratulations on your 'Superman Returns' debut. You're the best looking!" The playful antics of the children sitting side by side brought smiles to viewers, leading online users to react with comments like, "Let's become in-laws" and "It already looks like a CF photoshoot."
Connections formed by heart rather than blood. Park Soo-hong and Shim Hyung-tak comforted each other like brothers who share the same pain, and above all, they are determined to be exceptionally warm husbands and fathers to their new families. Following the broadcast, viewers have also sent passionate support. Comments such as "Sincerity is more important than blood in family," "Both are really wonderful dads," and "I support a life where family provides comfort, not wounds" are pouring in.
Having found hope at the end of despair, these two now look forward to the future path they will walk with 'real family'.
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