Jin Se Kyung (played by Ahn Eun Jin) is the central character in the Netflix series Goodbye Earth. He’s known as a teacher from Cheondong Middle School in Woongcheon city. Even when faced with the threat of an asteroid catastrophe, his priority remains the safety of children.
As a teacher, Jin Se Kyung excels in teaching, but his repertoire extends far beyond that in this Korean drama adapted from a Japanese novel. Curious to know more? Let’s dive in.
1. Teaching Kids and Teens
Ahn Eun Jin in Goodbye Earth (twitter.com/NetflixKR)When teaching, Jin Se Kyung avoids authoritarian methods and instead fosters warmth with all his students, both in and out of the classroom. His teaching expertise shines, especially in classes with children and teenagers.
2. Playing Soccer
Ahn Eun Jin in Goodbye Earth (twitter.com/NetflixKR)Jin Se Kyung, with his athletic build, enjoys staying active, particularly through soccer. He regularly trains and competes in the women’s soccer team alongside mothers from his neighborhood.
3. Coaching Soccer
Ahn Eun Jin in Goodbye Earth (twitter.com/NetflixKR)Beyond teaching, Jin Se Kyung’s passion for soccer extends to coaching. Not only does he play with friends, but he also establishes a soccer club within his class, much to the delight of his students.
4. Providing Counseling
Ahn Eun Jin in Goodbye Earth (twitter.com/NetflixKR)Amidst chaos caused by the impending asteroid strike, Jin Se Kyung volunteers at Woongcheon City Hall. His role involves offering counseling to survivors and their families at the disaster psychological support center.
5. Assisting the Elderly
Ahn Eun Jin in Goodbye Earth (doc. Netflix/Goodbye Earth)Jin Se Kyung’s ability to connect spans generations. In the series finale, he demonstrates his compassion by caring for an elderly person with dementia. His patience and dedication shine through in his duties.
6. Good at cycling
Ahn Eun Jin in Goodbye Earth (doc. Netflix/Goodbye Earth)In addition to soccer, Jin Se Kyung is an avid cyclist. He traverses the city on his bike, even to the uphill journey to Cheondong Middle School, now a military base.
Jin Se Kyung’s empathetic nature drives him to utilize his talents for the greater good in Goodbye Earth. His unwavering focus on others, especially the youth, deserves commendation.
