Kim Woo-bin Opens Up About His Battle with Nasopharyngeal Cancer on YouTube's 'Jjanhan Hyung' - OUR K-POP

Kim Woo-bin Opens Up About His Battle with Nasopharyngeal Cancer on YouTube's 'Jjanhan Hyung'

In a recent episode of the YouTube channel 'Jjanhan Hyung Shin Dong-yeop,' actor Kim Woo-bin candidly shared his experiences during his battle with nasopharyngeal cancer.

On October 16, Kim Woo-bin, alongside fellow actor Kim Sung-kyun, discussed their recent collaboration in the Netflix film 'Mudo Silmugan.' Reflecting on his health struggles after being diagnosed in 2017 and subsequently declared cancer-free in 2019, Kim highlighted the shock and fear of receiving such a dire prognosis. Despite the challenges, he expressed that he never entertained the thought of not overcoming his illness, maintaining a positive outlook.

Kim revealed that while it wasn't easy to think positively from the start, he focused on staying mentally strong throughout his treatment. He also reflected on the support he received, stating that he believed in the power of the prayers and encouragement from fans who rallied behind him due to his public persona. Expressing gratitude, he emphasized a desire to pass on the goodwill he received to others in need.

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