Rich woman Kang, Lee Mi-sook recommended as lead in her rookie days... "Disappointed by New Year's greeting text"

Kang Bu-ja recently revealed a behind-the-scenes story related to her connection with Lee Mi-sook on a broadcast. She stated that when Lee Mi-sook was a rookie mostly playing extra roles, she personally recommended her for a lead role in a drama. Despite opposition from the production team at the time, Kang Bu-ja actively recommended Lee Mi-sook and later practiced acting together at her home while holding the script. Kang Bu-ja said that Lee Mi-sook successfully completed the lead role in the drama ″Mapo Naru″ and expressed gratitude on broadcasts and various occasions. She also mentioned that Lee Mi-sook expressed thanks in an interview, saying, ″Teacher Kang Bu-ja made me who I am,″ and recalled a story where Lee Mi-sook said, ″I drive a Benz, but I should have bought one for you first and then driven it myself; I’m sorry for driving it first.″ However, Kang Bu-ja expressed disappointment about a New Year’s text message she received from Lee Mi-sook. She said she was taken aback by the message, ″Teacher, happy New Year, stay healthy and well.″ Kang Bu-ja emphasized that when greeting an elder, one should visit in person or call politely, and said expressions like ″stay well″ are unacceptable. She added, ″If Mi-sook watches this broadcast, she’ll probably call and say, ’Teacher, I was wrong,’ or ’Teacher, is this not okay?’″