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Actress Kim HyangGi has opened up about her significant acting transformation for the upcoming film “Hanran.” During a guest appearance on the 30th episode of the KBS 1TV program “Life Is a Movie” on November 9, 2025, the celebrated actress discussed the challenge and satisfaction of portraying a mother for the first time in her extensive 22-year career. The film is set to be released on November 26, 2025.
A New Chapter: Kim HyangGi’s First Mother Role
At just 25 years old, Kim HyangGi is shedding her long-held image as a child and youth actor to embrace a more mature and complex character. This career milestone represents a pivotal acting transformation for the star, who has been in the public eye since she was a child. Her new role as a mother stands in stark contrast to her previous beloved characters, such as her role in the popular drama “At Eighteen”. In “Hanran,” she plays ‘Ajin,’ a 26-year-old woman raising a six-year-old daughter amidst profound hardship.
Character Details and Performance
During the broadcast, Kim HyangGi expressed her deep connection to the character ‘Ajin.’ She described her as an imperfect but fiercely determined mother, who sometimes takes on a “father-like” role to protect her child at all costs. She conveyed her satisfaction in portraying such a strong and resilient figure, a character that allowed her to explore new emotional depths. This mother role is a testament to her versatility as a performer.
Inside the Korean Movie “Hanran”: A Story of Survival
Directed by Ha Myungmi, the Korean movie “Hanran” is a historical drama that promises a poignant and gripping narrative. The film is poised to be a significant entry into Korean cinema, exploring a painful chapter of the nation’s history through a deeply personal story. As fans await her performance in “Hanran,” many are also looking forward to her other potential projects, including the one discussed for the webtoon adaptation of “Cashero”.
Setting and Synopsis
The film is set on Jeju Island in 1948, against the tumultuous backdrop of the Jeju 4.3 Uprising. “Hanran” tells the story of a mother and daughter’s desperate struggle for survival. It captures their journey as they navigate the chaos and violence of the era, relying solely on each other. The film co-stars child actress Kim MinChae as ‘Haesaeng,’ Ajin’s six-year-old daughter.
Reception and Release Information
On the program “Life Is a Movie,” host Lee Jaesung and film connoisseur Geouieopda praised Kim HyangGi for her bold choice and expressed high anticipation for her performance. The discussion highlighted the importance of her acting transformation and the film’s powerful subject matter. “Hanran” is scheduled to officially premiere in theaters on November 26, 2025, where audiences will witness a new side of Kim HyangGi.
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