Fans can hardly believe their eyes — is this really the most beautiful “surgery goddess” in Korea? Photos of Go Youn Jung looking dramatically haggard, with dark skin, hollow cheeks, and tattered clothing, have gone viral across social media, leaving netizens in disbelief. Once hailed for having Korea’s most ‘diamond-ratio’ face, Go Youn Jung’s recent appearance marks a complete departure from her usual image.
But fans can breathe a sigh of relief: it’s all part of her role in the newly released romantic drama “Can This Love Be Translated?”, which is already drawing major attention. In the series, the 1996-born actress stars alongside heartthrob Kim Seon Ho.
Go Youn Jung takes on the role of Cha Mu Hee, a once-unknown actress who rose to fame overnight after playing the lead in a horror hit called The Silent Girl. Her breakout success comes with a dark twist—Cha Mu Hee begins to suffer from disturbing hallucinations, haunted by the character she portrayed: Do Ra Mi, a terrifying figure with a decaying appearance.
The now-viral images are actually of Go Youn Jung in full Do Ra Mi mode—a physical manifestation of Cha Mu Hee’s spiraling mental state. As her hallucinations intensify, her once-glamorous career teeters on the edge of collapse.
Despite her deteriorating mental health, Cha Mu Hee agrees to appear on a travel-themed reality show that mixes romance and adventure across different countries. For this, she requires a travel partner who understands both her fragile condition and multiple languages. That person is Joo Ho Jin, a calm, multilingual interpreter played by Kim Seon Ho—who also happens to be the man she’s always loved.
While Go Youn Jung’s disturbing visuals as Do Ra Mi shocked fans, she also stuns with her elegance as Cha Mu Hee, effortlessly switching between haunting horror and refined beauty. From chic red carpet moments to raw emotional breakdowns, the actress once again proves her versatility and unmatched visual appeal, taking on some of the most complex styling in her career to date.
Sources: kenh14