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Time of India
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Heavenly Ever After' actor Son Suk Ku to go on extended break; to finish current projects – says 'it's time to focus on more meaningful expressions'
Actor Son Suk Ku , who has recently gone viral for his back-to-back hit TV shows ' Heavenly Ever After ' and ' Nine Puzzles ', has now announced that he will be going on a break. The actor shared that after finishing up his current projects, he plans to take a well-deserved and extended break from his career. 'Heavenly Ever After' actor to take a break from career In a recent update, actor Son Suk Ku shared that he is planning to take an extended break for the time being. In a statement from Sports Seoul, the actor revealed that he wishes to take a long break after finalising his current commitments. "I'm still working right now, but once I finish what I've already committed to, I plan to take quite a long break. In the past, I was focused on appearing in as many works as possible. I've learnt a lot through that experience, but now I feel it's time to focus on more meaningful expressions,' the actor shared in a statement. The actor has managed to become one of the most prolific actors in the Korean entertainment industry , but shares that 'producing a large number of works takes a tremendous amount of time and energy.' He then continued by pointing out that 'it is the right time for change.' He stated that 'I think it's the right moment to explore different ways of performing and bring about change.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Son Suk Ku , while talking about taking a break and working on new things, also mentioned that throughout his acting gigs, he has also been working on writing a screenplay. He stated that 'Whether people liked my projects or not, if they watched, they're my number one fans. I do have dreams and plans during this break—mainly to take on new challenges I haven't explored before.' Talks about his latest role as Han Saem The actor also briefly mentioned his latest role in 'Nine Puzzles' as Han Saem . He stated that 'the key isn't creating differences but discovering them. Han Saem exists somewhere between reality and fantasy. I worked hard to strike the right balance without going too far in either direction.' The actor directly talked about how similar and different his two detective roles in 'Nine Puzzles' and 'A Killer Paradox' were. He also mentioned how when he started working on 'Nine Puzzles', he managed to reject every other offer that came his way. The actor detailed how he wanted to focus and put his everything into this project to make it a success. 'People kept asking what I was doing, and I'd always answer, 'Just this.' It's a tightly constructed mystery, so I didn't want to stand out in a distracting way. The director Yoon Jong Bin has a clear vision and extensive experience, so all I had to do was trust him and focus,' he shared in the report.
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nine puzzles: Kim Da Mi and Son Suk Ku talk about the possibility of sequel plans
Nine Puzzles , a psychological thriller series, has left audiences wanting more since its debut on 21st May 2025. Within the first week, the series hit the top charts for the most streamed Korean content. With the finale now available to watch, audiences are left with lingering questions. And the most pressing one among them is whether the suspenseful story of Nine Puzzles will continue with a second season. In a recent interview, Son Suk Ku , who plays the series' cynical detective Han Saem , discussed the potential for a follow-up. The star was open and truthful in his approach to the subject. "I don't think there will be a season 2," he stated, while lightly laughing over the pressure he's received in response to that opinion. He recalled from a previous interview, "In a previous interview, I said that there would be no season 2, but the reporters asked, 'Why are you trampling on the fans' expectations and hopes?'" Son clarified that his caution is rooted in his desire to avoid creating unrealistic expectations, despite the humorous tone. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Although he acknowledged that he hadn't thought of it himself, he pointed out that the authors could make the story longer. himself. "The reason I'm speaking so negatively is that I don't want to get people's hopes up for something that might not exist... There were no discussions about a season 2," he confirmed. He went on to speak about how, in the past, due to rising fan demands, exceptions had been made. 'Although in the past, D.P. Season 2 was made because the fans wanted it. Some fans have also asked for a second season of My Liberation Notes." Despite this, he remained firm in his assessment: "I think the chances are very slim. Not just due to scheduling conflicts, but because of various other circumstances. I don't think it's likely." The main character in the mystery, Ena, is portrayed by actress Kim Da Mi , who also commented on the sequel debate. Kim affirmed that there are currently no clear plans for a second season. She did not, however, totally rule out the possibility of going back, so there is hope for the future still. 'There haven't been any talks about a Season 2," she said. "I'd have to think about it. If there is a Season 2, it should be different from Season 1 but still keep the parts fans loved. That's something I'd need to consider." Nine Puzzles revolves around Ena, a criminal profiler who is haunted by her past, as she was the sole witness to the gruesome murder that happened a decade ago. Even though time has gone by, the trauma still affects her and others who continue to believe she was involved, particularly Detective Han Saem. Ena and Han Saem are reluctantly dragged into a combined investigation when a fresh string of killings appears, each with a puzzle piece. With its finale out, the series is available to stream on Disney+.
Pink Villa
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Nine Puzzles Season 2 'chances are slim'? Kim Da Mi and Son Suk Ku break silence on Disney+ sequel plans
Nine Puzzles, a Disney+ psychological thriller, has impressed audiences since its premiere. Within its first week, the series surged in popularity. It quickly claimed the position of the second-most-watched Korean content on the platform. With its finale now available to stream, viewers are left with lingering questions. And the most prominent among them is whether the suspenseful story of Nine Puzzles will continue with a second season. Son Suk Ku reacts to sequel speculation Son Suk Ku, who plays the skeptical detective Han Saem in the series, addressed the possibility of a follow-up during a recent interview. The actor approached the topic with both honesty and frankness. He stated outright, 'I don't think there will be a season 2,' while chuckling over the pressure he's received in response to that opinion. He recalled a prior interview, 'In a previous interview, I said that there would be no season 2, but the reporters asked, 'Why are you trampling on the fans' expectations and hopes?'' But behind the lighthearted tone, Son emphasized that his caution stems from not wanting to fuel unrealistic expectations. He noted the writers could expand the story but admitted he hadn't considered it himself. 'The reason I'm speaking so negatively is that I don't want to get people's hopes up for something that might not exist... There were no discussions about a season 2,' he confirmed. Still, he acknowledged that fan enthusiasm has made a difference in the past. 'Although, in the past, D.P Season 2 was made because the fans wanted it. Some fans have also asked for a second season of My Liberation Notes.' Despite this precedent, he remained firm in his assessment: 'I think the chances are very slim. Not just due to scheduling conflicts, but because of various other circumstances. I don't think it's likely.' Kim Da Mi offers a thoughtful perspective Actress Kim Da Mi, who portrays Ena, the central figure of the mystery, also weighed in on the sequel discussion. Kim confirmed that no concrete plans for a second season have been proposed. However, she didn't completely shut down the idea of returning, leaving the door open for future possibilities. 'There haven't been any talks about a Season 2,' she said. 'I'd have to think about it. If there is a Season 2, it should be different from Season 1, but still keep the parts fans loved. That's something I'd need to really consider.' Nine Puzzles plot Nine Puzzles unfolds around Ena, a criminal profiler haunted by her past as the sole witness to a grisly, unsolved murder that occurred a decade ago. Though time has passed, the trauma lingers; not just for her, but for those who still suspect her of being involved, especially Detective Han Saem. When a new series of murders emerge, each accompanied by puzzle pieces, Ena and Han Saem are reluctantly drawn into a joint investigation.
