Final Episode of '폭싹 속았수다' Pays Tribute to Late Actor 강명주

'폭싹 속았수다' has concluded, and the production team took a moment to honor the late actor 강명주 in the ending credits, who sadly passed away before the show's release. On March 28, Netflix released the final episode (Episode 16) of the original series, showcasing episodes 12 through 16 simultaneously. A touching tribute appeared in the credits of Episode 13, stating, "In memory of 강명주, the emerald of the world and our pride."

In the series, 강명주 portrayed 부용, the mother of 영범 (played by 이준영), who was the first love of 금명 (아이유) and someone she considered marrying in her twenties. 부용 was critical of 금명, often speaking rudely to her and her mother 애순 (문소리). However, a memorable scene arose when 영범 defended 금명, prompting 부용 to exclaim, "Why should I stay quiet! You are my pride and my life!"

Tragically, 강명주 lost his battle with cancer on February 27, just before the series premiered, which added a layer of sorrow for viewers throughout the show's airing. His performance as 부용 was met with acclaim, with audiences noting that the more they disliked 영범's mother, the more it showcased the actor's talent. Comments like, "The actress poured her life into this role" reflected the deep impact of his performance.

After the show's release, 아이유 shared behind-the-scenes photos on her social media, including one with 강명주, where both were seen smiling, contrasting the tense relationship between their characters. The production team’s tribute in the credits served as a heartfelt reminder of the actor's contributions.

강명주 made his debut in 1992 with the play '쿠니, 나라' and later appeared in various dramas, including '이상한 변호사 우영우' and '이번 생도 잘 부탁해'. His daughter, 박세영, is also an actress.