South Korean actor Park Min-jae, a rising talent in the world of K-dramas, has passed away unexpectedly. The 32-year-old reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest while traveling in China last week. His agency, Big Title, confirmed the heartbreaking news on December 2, stating, “Park Min-jae, a man who loved acting and always gave his best, has departed for heaven.”
Born in 1992, Park Min-jae began his career as a model before transitioning to acting. A graduate of a prestigious arts university, he developed his craft and built an impressive repertoire of roles in both dramas and films. He gained widespread recognition for his performance in the 2021 drama Idol: The Coup and solidified his reputation with notable projects like Little Women, Numbers, Korea-Khitan War, Snap and Spark, and True to Love.
The young actor was on the verge of making it big in the entertainment industry, and his sudden demise left many in shock. His brother took to social media to share the sad news with his followers. His funeral will be held on December 4 at Ewha Womans University Seoul Hospital Funeral Hall in Seoul.
Park had recently appeared in a guest role in the popular show My Damn Business which was his last project before his death. The show’s cast and crew were shocked to learn about his passing. They paid their respects to the late actor by offering flowers and lighting candles.
While details about his family and early life remain private, Park did not have any known underlying medical conditions that might have contributed to his untimely demise. His death shocked the Korean industry, with actors taking to social media to offer their condolences.
Sports News first reported the news about the death of Park Min-Jae. He reportedly died of cardiac arrest on November 29 while traveling in China. The news was subsequently corroborated by his agency, Big Title, who posted a heartbreaking message on Instagram.
“The guy who said he would conquer China and go on a month-long trip has passed away,” read the post’s caption. Big Title added, “Park Min-jae, on the verge of achieving great popularity, is no longer here. This news utterly saddens us.”
The death of the talented and promising actor is a loss for the entire entertainment industry. His fans will miss his presence on the screen and will forever cherish the memories he leaves behind. His memory will continue to inspire aspiring actors to strive for greater heights in their careers. He will be remembered as a kind, thoughtful person dedicated to his craft. The young actor’s sudden death is a reminder of the importance of taking care of oneself and not ignoring early symptoms that can lead to fatal accidents.