Gong Hyo-jin
In 2019, Kang made a comeback in the entertainment industry in the KBS2 TV series "When the Camellia Blooms" alongside actress Gong Hyo-jin. The drama achieved impressive ratings, and was the highest-rated miniseries in 2019. It also led to numerous accolades and critical acclaim for Kang, including the Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actor – Television.