Kim Kang-woo's Culinary Journey on 'Baekban Journey of Heo Young-man' with a Touch of Family and Love

Tonight at 7:50 PM, TV CHOSUN's 'Baekban Journey of Heo Young-man' will feature renowned actor Kim Kang-woo as he explores Seoul's culinary delights. Kim makes a grand entrance by driving a truck, perfectly recreating his role as 'Seong-chan,' a vegetable vendor, from the movie 'Le Grand Chef.' Alongside, he shares candid stories about his vibrant family and his life as a novice YouTuber.

The episode marks a special meeting between Kim Kang-woo from the movie 'Le Grand Chef' and Heo Young-man from the comic of the same name. Kim shares insights into his illustrious family, revealing that he is married to actress Han Hye-jin's sister. He adds, "My youngest brother-in-law is soccer player Ki Sung-yueng, and my second brother-in-law is chef Jo Jae-beom," emphasizing their supportive relationships. Heo Young-man expresses his amazement at the family's impressive name value.

Celebrating his 15th wedding anniversary, Kim Kang-woo reminisces about his dating days. He openly shared his relationship with his wife even before his debut as a rookie actor and hurried their marriage to ease the pressure on his wife, the eldest of three sisters. Now a parent to a middle schooler, Kim's love for his wife has only deepened, as he shares a heartfelt love letter.

Known for his cold and calculating roles in films like 'The Prince' and dramas such as 'The Tyrant' and 'Wonderful World,' Kim Kang-woo has launched a personal YouTube channel to connect with the public in a more approachable manner. The channel showcases not only his acting moments but also warm family life and interactions with celebrity friends like Lee Yeon-bok, Oh Na-ra, and Heo Kyung-hwan.

Dubbed the 'epitome of self-discipline,' Kim Kang-woo surprises with his revelation of maintaining the same weight for nearly 30 years. He humorously remarks, "Since my height hasn't changed, neither has my weight," drawing laughter with his playful comment. Discover more about Kim's healthy lifestyle and his amusing explanations.

'Baekban Journey of Heo Young-man' airs tonight at 7:50 PM.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr