On January 7, Park Shin Hye appeared as the first guest of the new year on the YouTube talk show “Ha Ji Young.” Sitting down with host Ha Ji Young, the actress spoke candidly about her career, personal growth and family life, giving viewers a glimpse into the thoughts that have shaped her both on and off screen. Park Shin Hye married Choi Tae Joon in 2022 and the couple later had a son.
During the interview, Park Shin Hye revealed her personal approach to mental resilience, drawing attention for her calm yet down-to-earth outlook. “Even if I work hard and the results are not what I hoped for, I believe I have already done everything I could” he said. He added, “If you hold onto your wounds, the only one who will end up suffering is yourself. That’s why it’s important to let them go quickly.”
Her words reflected a mentality focused on process rather than outcome, an attitude that many believe has helped her remain a dependable leading lady for over a decade.
Looking back on her acting career, Park Shin Hye named The heirs as his most significant project. He recalled the immense love he received for his school uniform era dramas, including The heirs, You are very beautifulAND Heartstringsexpressing gratitude for how deeply those works are still remembered. At the same time, he admitted that his younger self struggled at times. “When I was in my twenties, I wasn’t good at teasing jokes,” he recalled, explaining it during The heirsshe often reacted too seriously when her co-stars teased her.
As he gained experience and emotional space to breathe, his perspective gradually changed. That change, he said, was naturally reflected in his acting. Notably, Park Shin Hye shared that she now finds comedy acting more comfortable than before, raising anticipation for her next project Miss Hong undercoverwhere he intends to showcase a more flavorful and relaxed performance.
The last part of the conversation became warm and personal, focusing on family. Park Shin Hye jokingly asked why mothers and daughters tend to fight when they travel together, resulting in laughter. She also shared her mother’s pregnancy dream about her: a flood and a ripe persimmon placed safely on a platform. The dream has been interpreted as symbolizing a child born with great luck and protection, something that Park Shin Hye said she feels truly grateful for, having been surrounded by support throughout her career.
Sending a heartfelt message to her mother, Park Shin Hye said, “Being healthy is probably the greatest happiness for my mother,” before joking, “Let’s fight less in 2026.” Adding to the heat of the episode, her mother appeared via voicemail, describing her daughter as “a child with a warm heart who knows how to comfort others” and wishing her a grateful and happy year ahead.
Through her calm reflections and heartfelt words, Park Shin Hye has proven once again why she remains not only a trustworthy actress but also a figure that many viewers relate to as she navigates life, marriage, and motherhood with quiet strength.
Sources: Netizenbuzz
