Kim Hyun Evolves from Scene-Stealer to Leading Role
Actress Kim Hyun is making her return to the big screen after four years with the emotional mystery film Blue, which is set to be released on April 9.
On April 2, her agency Fantagio announced, “Kim Hyun will appear in the film Blue, once again showcasing her depth and strength as an actress.”
Having recently left a lasting impression in dramas such as Cinderella Game, The Resurrection of the Seven, and Marry My Husband, Kim Hyun is set to play a key role in this new project, continuing her streak of compelling performances.
Blue tells the story of a young man who is the son of a perpetrator and a young woman who is the daughter of a victim, brought together by a twist of fate.
The film explores the emotional journey of these two characters as they embark on an unexpected road trip, struggling with guilt, pain, and a newfound desire to live.
The film was invited to the Korean Cinema section at the 24th Jeonju International Film Festival, where it earned critical acclaim for its psychological tension and poignant depiction of trauma, drawing the largest on-site audience of the festival.
In the film, Kim Hyun plays the role of Cheon Young-joo, a mysterious woman who vanished after losing her husband in a tragic accident a year ago.
Her strained and enigmatic relationship with her daughter Miji becomes a pivotal part of the story, especially as she finds herself between Taehwa (played by Lee Soo-hyuk) and Miji, influencing the emotional current of their journey.
Kim Hyun began her acting career on the theater stage as a member of the troupe “Mosineun Saramdeul” (People Who Serve), where she gained recognition over the past 30 years.
In 2024, she won the Best Actress Award at the Seoul Theater Festival.
She has also made a name for herself as a scene-stealer in various works, including the films A Small Light and Where the Wind Passes, and the dramas Weak Hero Class 1, The Story of Park’s Marriage Contract, and Reborn Rich.
With Blue, Kim Hyun marks her long-awaited return to cinema, and anticipation is high for her emotionally charged performance. The film opens in theaters on April 9.
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