Actor Kim Nam-gil Transforms into Rookie Singer... Takes the Festival Stage Just 6 Months After Debut

Actor Kim Nam-gil has stepped onto the stage with the title of a rookie singer, moving beyond his main profession of acting. According to media reports, Kim Nam-gil appeared on the second day of the 'KB Joy Olpark Festival 2026' held at the Olympic Park 88 Lawn Field in Seoul on the 20th. This stage comes just 6 months after he officially debuted as a singer with the release of his first single last March.

Appearing with a full band session, Kim Nam-gil sang a total of 5 songs for about 30 minutes, starting with NELL's 'Time Walking on Memories'. In the middle of the stage, he drew laughter from the audience by introducing himself, saying, "Nice to meet you. I am rookie singer Kim Nam-gil." He added, "I think some of you might be wondering why I am here," while sharing the story behind his debut as a singer.

The performance setlist was diversely composed. Kim Nam-gil sang NELL's 'Four Times Around the Sun' and Jung Joon-il's 'Hug Me' in succession, and during the 'Hug Me' stage, he moved to the extended stage to interact with the audience. Afterwards, he covered DAY6's 'Time of Our Life' and concluded the performance with his debut song 'I'm Going to You'. After the stage ended, requests for an encore continued from the audience.

Kim Nam-gil has been expanding his musical activities this year, gaining live experience at fan meetings, university festivals, and music programs. His activities as an actor are also set to continue busily. He is currently in the middle of filming the new SBS drama 'Nightmare' and is awaiting the release of the movie 'Canvas of Blood'. Additionally, he is scheduled to serve as a co-MC for the second consecutive year alongside Chun Woo-hee at the 35th Buil Film Awards on October 7, and on the 8th, he plans to host the awards ceremony as an official ambassador for the 'Seoul International Drama Awards 2026'.

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