Actress Kim Hye-In captured the attention of spectators with her extraordinary performance by Myung Eun-Won, a notoriously unpleasant character in the Spin-off series “Hospital Playlist” “Resident Playbook”.
Known for its acute delivery and the convincing portrait of passive-aggressive manipulation, Kim Hye-in is quickly becoming a growing name in K-drama thanks to its ability to bring shades to a role of “hatred-love”.
But behind this villain on the screen cleverly played there is a surprising background: Kim Hye-In is a former competitor of beauty contests and winner of the “Jihee (智) prize” at the 26th competition of Miss University Korea.
A surprising beginning: from Dance Major to the actress
Kim Hye-in graduated from Ewha Womans University, specializing in dance. Originally pursuing a career in the shows of the show, he moved to acting following a casting proposal. In the first interviews, Kim Hye-in admitted to fighting himself with his confidence, hearing that distinctive characteristics or strong acting skills was missing.
“I didn’t think I had a particular strength as an actress”, Once he shared. “But I focused on every role with sincerity and the support of my agency helped me to be rooted.”
His persistence has made his fruits. Over time, he has refined his skills and gradually built a strong curriculum both in cinema and on television.
On the screen: a constant climb
Kim Hye-in made his debut actor in the historical film “The Throne” and appeared in the drama “Entourage”, followed by the thriller “The Chase”. However, his turning point came in 2020 with a role in the “hospital playlist”, where he played a minor but memorable antagonist, performing his current success.
Now, in “Resident PlayBook”, Kim Hye-in resumes an equally abrasive character, but with a depth and additional comic timing that he has buzzing fans.
From Miss University Korea to the “Bad that steals the scene”
Before starting to act, Kim Hye-in represented Korea at World Miss University Competition in 2012, a competition that underlines not only appearance but intellect, volunteering and health. Her elegance, balance and natural charm was worth the “Jihee” award (wisdom), a distinction given to competitors who embody grace and intelligence.
The images of that period show a softer and refined image, in front of the cunning person who now plays on the screen, underlining her impressive range as an actress.
A nascent star with versatile potential
While “Resident PlayBook” may not have yet reached the cultural state of his predecessor “Hospital playlist”, Kim Hye-in performance emerged as a culminating point. The spectators are simultaneously irritated and entertained by Myung Eun-Won buffering a testimony of the ability of Kim Hye-in to transform an antipathic character into a compelling presence.
With his background in dance, his balance as the owner of a competition, and now his turning point as a versatile actress, Kim Hye-in is showing that behind every good villain is a dedicated and talented artist.
As the drama advances, it remains to be seen if his character will face the redemption or continue to arouse chaos. But one thing is clear: Kim Hye-in career has just begun.
