Actor Kang Eun-tak Visits Japan! Enthusiastic Fans Anticipate Premiere of Drama 'Couple Scandal: Pandora's Secret' at First Japanese Promotion
South Korean actor Kang Eun-tak visited Japan on April 18, 2026, for the first promotional event of his drama 'Couple Scandal: Pandora's Secret,' generating high excitement among fans through talk sessions and a special handshake event.
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On Saturday, April 18, 2026, a pre-promotion event was held in Japan for the drama 'Couple Scandal: Pandora's Secret,' which has been creating a buzz in South Korea. The lead actor, Kang Eun-tak, known as the 'Prince of Makjang Dramas' (intense revenge stories), visited Japan to convey the charms of the work to his Japanese fans.
■ The 'Prince of Makjang Dramas' Kang Eun-tak Captivates Japanese Fans
Kang Eun-tak appeared with a fresh smile amidst loud calls of 'Eun-tak ssi~!' from the audience. Expressing his joy at visiting Japan after a long time, he offered a warm greeting to the gathered fans. During the talk session, he spoke passionately about the drama's highlights, advising fans to 'forget my previous image and see me as a new Eun-tak.'
Special guest Director Kim Jong-soo expressed full trust in Kang Eun-tak, stating, 'His multifaceted charm was essential to portray the complex character in this work.' He also shared professional anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from the filming location.
■ Excitement Peaks with Fan Participation!
In the second half of the event, excitement grew with games and a corner where selected fans joined Kang Eun-tak on stage to reenact famous scenes from the drama. In the first part, they exchanged lines from a specific scene, and in the second part, they played an 'acting battle' game to guess who was drinking the tastier beverage, creating a sense of unity between the actor and the fans.
■ 'Your Support Gives Me Strength' - Closing with a Promise to Reunite
At the end, Kang Eun-tak bowed deeply and said, 'Thank you so much for coming to see me today. Your support is the great power that keeps me running as an actor. Please love this drama.' He left the stage with a promise to meet again.
Furthermore, after the performance, the planned high-touch send-off at the exit was changed by Kang Eun-tak himself to a warm handshake, making it an unforgettable moment for the fans.
With fans' enthusiasm palpable before the broadcast begins in Japan, 'Couple Scandal: Pandora's Secret' is a shocking work that adds suspense elements to the ultimate Makjang genre. It is a production that even seasoned K-drama viewers will find satisfying. Expectations are high for the impact this drama will have on the Japanese audience. Please look forward to its broadcast in Japan!
[Work Information]
Drama: 'Couple Scandal: Pandora's Secret'
Starring: Kang Eun-tak
Director: Kim Jong-soo
A high-end suspense-melodrama where a seemingly perfect couple's daily life collapses due to a single secret, intertwining love, betrayal, and revenge.
■ The 'Prince of Makjang Dramas' Kang Eun-tak Captivates Japanese Fans
Kang Eun-tak appeared with a fresh smile amidst loud calls of 'Eun-tak ssi~!' from the audience. Expressing his joy at visiting Japan after a long time, he offered a warm greeting to the gathered fans. During the talk session, he spoke passionately about the drama's highlights, advising fans to 'forget my previous image and see me as a new Eun-tak.'
Special guest Director Kim Jong-soo expressed full trust in Kang Eun-tak, stating, 'His multifaceted charm was essential to portray the complex character in this work.' He also shared professional anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from the filming location.
■ Excitement Peaks with Fan Participation!
In the second half of the event, excitement grew with games and a corner where selected fans joined Kang Eun-tak on stage to reenact famous scenes from the drama. In the first part, they exchanged lines from a specific scene, and in the second part, they played an 'acting battle' game to guess who was drinking the tastier beverage, creating a sense of unity between the actor and the fans.
■ 'Your Support Gives Me Strength' - Closing with a Promise to Reunite
At the end, Kang Eun-tak bowed deeply and said, 'Thank you so much for coming to see me today. Your support is the great power that keeps me running as an actor. Please love this drama.' He left the stage with a promise to meet again.
Furthermore, after the performance, the planned high-touch send-off at the exit was changed by Kang Eun-tak himself to a warm handshake, making it an unforgettable moment for the fans.
With fans' enthusiasm palpable before the broadcast begins in Japan, 'Couple Scandal: Pandora's Secret' is a shocking work that adds suspense elements to the ultimate Makjang genre. It is a production that even seasoned K-drama viewers will find satisfying. Expectations are high for the impact this drama will have on the Japanese audience. Please look forward to its broadcast in Japan!
[Work Information]
Drama: 'Couple Scandal: Pandora's Secret'
Starring: Kang Eun-tak
Director: Kim Jong-soo
A high-end suspense-melodrama where a seemingly perfect couple's daily life collapses due to a single secret, intertwining love, betrayal, and revenge.