On January 13, Kim Yoo-jung posted a series of photos on her social media account, accompanied by the caption: “Forgiveness and love, acceptance and respect, loyalty and wisdom, compassion.”
In the photos, Kim Yoo-jung is seen at a subway station, dressed in a black coat, wearing a black mask and listening to music through earphones. She posed in front of a mirror with the phrase “Good day” in the background. Her neatly tied hair and understated fashion stood out, and even with her face almost covered, her distinctive captivating eyes attracted attention.
Fans reacted enthusiastically, saying: “How is it possible that someone doesn’t recognize Kim Yoo-jung?” AND “Which subway station is this?“
Kim Yoo-jung has attracted attention for her thoughtful gestures towards her fans. In 2023, she asked fans, through her agency, to refrain from giving her personal gifts. The agency announced: “While many fans prepare gifts for the actress, she only accepts handwritten letters, bouquets and cakes that can be shared with the staff. No other personal gifts will be received.Fans praised her thoughtful request, further cementing her reputation as a beloved star.
Kim Yoo-jung was a representative figure among child actors who successfully transitioned into adulthood. However, not all child stars followed the same path. Actress Kim Sae-ron, who rose to fame alongside Kim Yoo-jung as a notable “child star,” has attracted attention for her mixed trajectory, marked by controversy.
In 2022, Kim Sae-ron was involved in a drunk driving accident, repeatedly crashing into roadside structures, including trees and transformers, near Hakdong Intersection in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Since then, she has been on a hiatus for self-reflection. Recently, she sparked rumors by posting and then deleting photos of herself wearing a matching couple’s outfit with a man, accompanied by the word “MARRY,” leading to speculation about a self-proclaimed wedding.
Meanwhile, Kim Yoo-jung has chosen TVING’s original series “Dear X” as her next project. “Dear X” depicts the fall of famous actress Baek A-jin (Kim Yoo-jung) and her two hidden faces behind it. Additionally, Kim Yoo-jung is considering a role in “100 Days of Lies,” directed by Yoo In-sik.
