On Monday morning, news broke that quickly spread across fan communities around the world. Those who had followed her career couldn’t believe what they were hearing. Not long ago, she was smiling at the camera, working on a new project, and sharing behind-the-scenes photos from the set.
But those close to her knew the truth: behind the scenes, she was fighting a very different battle. Her final months were filled with pain and medical treatments, yet despite everything, she cared more for others than for herself.
Even when she couldn’t eat, she insisted on treating her friends and refused to be pitied.
This was Kang Seo Ha — a South Korean drama star known for her roles in Heart Surgeons and Nobody Knows. She was just 31 years old. According to local media, she passed away from stage 4 acute stomach cancer. Her death came as a shock to the entire entertainment industry.
A memorial post appeared on her Instagram page, featuring archival photos and heartfelt tributes. Friends remember her as a kind and radiant person who maintained her grace even in the darkest moments. “You were my angel… I still can’t believe you’re gone,” one close friend wrote.
The funeral will take place on Wednesday at St. Mary’s Hospital in Seoul, and she will be laid to rest in the town of Haman. Her final project — the film In the Net — is expected to be released posthumously. Kang Seo Ha began her career in a music video in 2012 and went on to appear in dozens of popular Korean dramas.
