TMDb/Descendants of the Sun TV Song Joong-Ki's career-defining role. How Descendants of the Sun revived his path to K-drama royalty, despite off-screen drama. April 22, 2026 AceShowbiz - Descendants of the Sun remains a defining K-drama that revitalized Song Joong-Ki's acting career in 2016, despite the bittersweet real-life events surrounding its stars. Today, it's nearly impossible to envision the Korean entertainment scene without the presence of Song Joong-Ki. From leading Netflix hits like Vincenzo and Reborn Rich to his recent cameo in Queen of Tears, his influence is undeniable.