Actress Kim Hye-yoon opens up about the changes she feels as she enters her 30s and shares her aspirations for the future.
Recently, Kim Hye-yoon, the lead actress of the film 'Sal Mok Ji,' was interviewed at a café in Samcheong-dong, Seoul.
'Sal Mok Ji' is a film about a mysterious shape captured at a reservoir known for strange rumors, prompting a road view filming team to return for a reshoot. Kim Hye-yoon plays Han Soo-in, a PD at Onroad Media, showcasing a new side beyond her usual lovely image.
Turning 30 this year, Kim humorously noted, "I wondered if there would be a big difference between 29 and 30, and the biggest change came physically." She confessed, "When I catch a cold, it doesn't go away quickly, and pillow marks that used to disappear in minutes now last for hours. The physical changes are the most noticeable," causing laughter at the scene.
Known for her cheerful and lovely image in dramas like 'Secret Royal Inspector & Joy,' 'Escape from Mogadishu,' and 'From Today, It's My Turn,' Kim Hye-yoon proves her expanded acting range through the character of Soo-in. She stated, "I felt like I was doing new acting. I had to express the character's surprise and urgency through just my eyes and breathing. It was my first time trying such acting."
She continued, "I have expectations for what I can show. I'm excited about my future self," adding, "With each project, I hope to become deeper and more mature." She also expressed her desire to look back in 10 years and feel that she has grown steadily, saying, "I want to try and learn from every project." Regarding roles she wants to try, she said, "There are so many I haven't done yet. It's hard to pick one. I'm curious about my quirky side. If there's a script that can showcase my other charms, I'm ready to take on the challenge."
To her fans, Kim expressed gratitude, saying, "Even those who can't watch horror movies said they'd go to the theater for me," with a laugh. She encouraged potential viewers, "I remember watching horror movies with friends in high school, screaming and laughing together. Watching in a theater and sharing emotions with other viewers can create an emotional synergy."
'Sal Mok Ji' is set to release on the 8th.
Reporter Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia bella@tenasia.co.kr