Korean actor Kim Soo-ro recently shared a personal account of his battle with COVID-19,describing it as a near-death experience that profoundly changed his outlook on life. The revelation came during an appearance on the YouTube channel ‘Salty Shin Dong-yeop,’ hosted by comedian Shin Dong-yeop.

“Almost Died”: Kim Soo-ro’s Struggle

Kim Soo-ro opened up about his past ordeal, stating, I passed the hump a few years ago. He further elaborated on the severity of his condition:

There were so manny people who died,so I couldn’t talk anywhere. I almost died with Corona 19.
Kim Soo-ro

The actor’s candid admission highlighted the emotional toll of the experience, compounded by the widespread loss of life during the pandemic.

The Importance of Monitoring Oxygen Levels

Kim Soo-ro emphasized the critical role of monitoring oxygen saturation levels at home, a practice he believes saved his life. He explained:

This is why oxygen saturation is also a must-have machine at home. If the oxygen saturation falls below 90, you have to call 119. When you end your life with a disease, you don’t know that you die.
Kim Soo-ro

he recounted his personal experience with breathing difficulties, stating, I can’t breathe slowly, and I have experienced this. If I don’t have it next to it, I’m just dead. I have experienced it and my life has changed. This underscores the importance of early detection and intervention in managing respiratory distress caused by COVID-19.

A Newfound Appreciation for Life

The near-death experience has profoundly impacted Kim Soo-ro’s outlook on life. He shared his transformed perspective:

In fact, when I look at the world now, I can’t forgive it, it’s all good and lovely. It’s all forgiveness.
Kim Soo-ro

This sentiment reflects a common theme among individuals who have faced life-threatening situations – a renewed appreciation for the simple joys and a greater sense of empathy.

Isolation and Realization

kim Soo-ro also described the emotional experience of being quarantined, recalling a moment of profound realization:

When nursing personnel visited the house for quarantine, I cried. I was holding it on, so I didn’t have any people on the street. I saw me with a perfect virus.
Kim Soo-ro

He further added, That’s right. I thought ‘the world has abandoned me.’ Tears are just a big realization of life. This highlights the psychological challenges of isolation and the importance of mental health support during public health crises.

Shared understanding

Shin Dong-yeop, the host of the YouTube show, resonated with Kim Soo-ro’s sentiments, acknowledging the unique experiences of individuals: There is a different scene for each person, but there is.

Kim Soo-ro’s Return to the Stage

Currently, kim Soo-ro is starring in the play ‘trials,’ which premiered at the CJ Towol Theater in Seocho-gu, Seoul, on April 9. The play features a cast including Um Ki-joon, Kang Pil-seok, park Eun-seok, Park Jung-bok, Nam Myung-ryul, Ryu In-ah, and Jin ji-hee.

‘Trials’ is based on the Salem witch trials of 1692 and was first performed in the United States in 1953. The play explores themes of justice, fear, and societal hysteria.