But never say never. In the world of K-dramas, if a mafia lawyer can melt a gold bullion in a medieval archive, learning Khmer is comparatively easy.
Furthermore, Song Joong-ki’s 2012 historical drama Deep Rooted Tree deals with the creation of a new language (Hangul), but that has nothing to do with Khmer. A non-discerning viewer might conflate "historical Asian language" with Khmer, leading to the erroneous search.
In the end, Vincenzo Cassano's contribution to cultural exchange and understanding between Italy and Cambodia through his Khmer language skills is a testament to the enduring power of language and culture to unite us all. Vincenzo Cassano Speak Khmer
(Som chhob pyayiam bock-pras khnhom tov. Khnhom doeng tha nek kampong leak-bang kiccha-sanyea pit brakat.)
And who knows? If there is ever a Vincenzo 2 set in Southeast Asia, we might just hear him order a Num Banh Chok in perfect Khmer. Until then, the search remains a fascinating artifact of global fandom and mistaken identity. But never say never
Song Joong-Ki Speaking Italian: A Language Master in Vincenzo 13 Nov 2021 —
He exhaled sharply, pinching the bridge of his nose. Mr. Cho, the plaza’s resident noodle chef and accidental polyglot, watched from the doorway with a bowl of jjajangmyeon. Khnhom doeng tha nek kampong leak-bang kiccha-sanyea pit
The phrase highlights a fascinating intersection of modern South Korean pop culture and Cambodian digital media.
His mother tongue, used to navigate his new life at Geumga Plaza.