{
  "id": 15616473,
  "title": "After string of dark roles, Kim Young-kwang revels at transition to rom-com hero",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/after-string-of-dark-roles-kim-young-kwang-revels-at-transition-to",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-19T15:27:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20261020/after-string-of-dark-roles-kim-young-kwang-revels-at-transition-to-rom-com-hero"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "After a series of dark roles, actor Kim Young-kwang is thrilled to be transitioning into the light-hearted world of romantic comedies. His latest project, the Netflix original series \"Take Charge of My Heart,\" has been a massive hit, offering viewers a refreshing take on the genre. The series, about a man whose artificial heart battery runs out and a woman with electrical powers who helps him, has already garnered an impressive 3 million views in just three days since its release on October 9. This rapid success has catapulted the show into the Global Top 10 list of non-English shows on Netflix and has made the Top 10 list in 44 countries, including major markets like Korea, Brazil, Singapore, India, Turkey, Chile, and the Philippines.\n\nFollowing the release of \"Take Charge of My Heart,\" Kim Young-kwang expressed his delight in an interview, stating that while it hasn't been long since the series premiered, the response from audiences has been overwhelmingly positive. This unexpected success marks a significant shift in Kim's career, as he previously found himself in more serious and darker roles. The actor's involvement in this rom-com has not only breathed new life into the genre but also captured the attention and enthusiasm of viewers worldwide, confirming the universal appeal of heartwarming and light-hearted romantic narratives.",
  "summary": "Actor Kim Young-kwang has returned to romantic comedy — and this time, it is a classic rom-com that makes viewers fall helplessly for its male lead. Kim’s presence has breathed new life into a familiar genre, fueling an enthusiastic response from viewers around the world to “Take Charge of My Heart.” Netflix’s original series \"Take Charge of My Heart” is a romantic comedy about a man whose…",
  "key_points": [
    "Kim Young-kwang shifts from dark roles to rom-com hero",
    "Netflix series Take Charge of My Heart becomes Global Top 10",
    "Show garners 3 million views in 3 days since October 9 release"
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "After string of dark roles, Kim Young-kwang revels at transition to rom-com hero",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/after-string-of-dark-roles-kim-young-kwang-revels-at-transition-to-15620611",
        "published": "2026-10-19T15:52:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}