Recently, stars such as Kim Ji Won, Ha Ji Won, and Park Min Young have drawn both admiration and concern for their strikingly slim appearances, achieved in pursuit of character immersion.
Kim Ji Won’s Dramatic Visual Transformation
Kim Ji Won stunned fans with her noticeably slender silhouette at the Bulgari High Jewelry Collection event, revealed through Vogue Hong Kong’s official social media on March 24. Wearing a deep blue dress, she showcased elegant shoulders and delicate arm lines. However, her sharply defined ribcage and prominent collarbones immediately caught attention.
Reactions were mixed: while many praised her “luxurious and unique aura,” others expressed concern, noting that she appeared “too thin to the point of worrying about her health.” The transformation is believed to be part of her preparation for the upcoming SBS drama “Doctor X: The Era of the White Mafia (tentative title).”
Ha Ji Won Rebuilds Her Physique for ‘Climax’
Known for her strong and healthy image, Ha Ji Won revealed that she completely reshaped her body for the new drama “Climax.” Appearing on singer Sung Si Kyung’s YouTube channel, she explained: “I abandoned my healthy image to create a sensitive and fragile feeling.”
Rather than simple dieting, she reduced muscle mass through weight training and refined her physique with yoga and stretching to achieve a more delicate frame. Sung Si Kyung even remarked that she had “disappeared into the role,” highlighting the intensity of her transformation.
Park Min Young’s 37kg Role Preparation
Park Min Young also made headlines for reaching a weight of 37kg while preparing for her role in the tvN drama “Siren.” At a press conference, she shared how deeply she immersed herself into her character: “This character doesn’t eat. She lives surrounded by tragedy, surviving on water and alcohol at home.”
She revealed that she drank up to 3 liters of water daily during filming and deliberately adopted a darker lifestyle to portray the character’s loneliness and emptiness. After filming, she returned to her normal routine.
A Growing Debate: Art vs. Health
The “bone-thin” trend is not limited to Korea. Hollywood star Demi Moore has also sparked concern after appearing increasingly gaunt at a recent awards event, with speculation surrounding extreme dieting methods.
As more actors push their physical limits for realism, public opinion remains divided. While many applaud the dedication to craft and character authenticity, others worry about the potential health risks behind such transformations.
Ultimately, the conversation highlights a growing tension in the industry between artistic commitment and the well-being of the stars who bring these roles to life.
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