Shin Hyun-bin Shines in Romantic Comedy 'Cinderella at 2 AM'

Actress Shin Hyun-bin delivers a stellar performance.

Shin Hyun-bin portrays 'Ha Yoon-seo,' a pragmatic and capable woman who decides to break up with a chaebol heir, showcasing the complex emotions of a protagonist who makes realistic choices over idealistic fairy-tale love.

Ha Yoon-seo dreams of success in both work and love but opts for practical decisions over ideal romance. Her performance is praised for realistically yet charmingly depicting the breakup with the chaebol heir, enhancing the appeal of the office romantic comedy throughout the series.

Regarding the project, Shin Hyun-bin said, "The first scene in the script was about telling her boyfriend's mother that she would break up with him for money. I thought, 'What kind of drama is this?' The unique twists on familiar settings are the charm of this drama." Her acting skillfully blends comedy and romance, perfectly embodying the character.

Additionally, Shin Hyun-bin portrays not only the lovable protagonist of a romantic comedy but also a responsible sister who leaves home with her younger sibling to escape an abusive father. This duality brings both laughter and tears, showcasing deep emotions in family relationships and leaving a strong impression on viewers.

Through this project, Shin Hyun-bin has solidified her position in the romantic comedy genre and across various genres, receiving widespread acclaim for her versatile acting. Even after the series concluded, she continues to be praised, and her future endeavors are highly anticipated.

Shin Hyun-bin expressed her gratitude, saying, "I hope the lovely times spent with lovely people were conveyed to the viewers as well."

'Cinderella at 2 AM' consists of 10 episodes and is available in over 190 countries worldwide.

Meanwhile, Shin Hyun-bin will appear in the Netflix film 'Apocalypse,' directed by Yeon Sang-ho and Alfonso Cuarón.

Kim Se-ah, TenAsia Reporter haesmik@tenasia.co.kr