Song Hye Kyo is one of the most enduring beauty icons of the Korean entertainment industry, leaving her mark through numerous hit dramas throughout her career. Among her most memorable works is undoubtedly That Winter, the Wind Blows, in which she starred opposite Jo In Sung.
Beyond its emotional love story, one of the reasons That Winter, the Wind Blows remains unforgettable to viewers is Song Hye Kyo’s stunning beauty. In the drama, she played Oh Young, a visually impaired woman born into a wealthy family who lives a lonely life filled with emotional wounds.
Recently, images of Song Hye Kyo from That Winter, the Wind Blows have unexpectedly gone viral again on social media. More than a decade later, her appearance in the drama continues to draw admiration. Some netizens even jokingly remarked, “Whenever the weather turns cold, you have to look at Song Hye Kyo in That Winter, the Wind Blows at least once. That’s the proper way to do it.”
After the drama aired, Song Hye Kyo received countless compliments for her appearance. In an interview, the actress once made an amusing confession about all the praise:
“Actually, it was all thanks to the lighting. If you met me in person, you probably wouldn’t think the same way. I looked so beautiful on screen that even I sometimes thought maybe I shouldn’t go outside because I might shatter everyone’s expectations.
“I regularly visit a dermatologist and take care of my skin. I didn’t pay that much attention to these things in the past, but now I naturally care more because I’ve gotten older. Everything starts to show now.
“There were a lot of close-up shots of my face in the drama, and I’m very grateful for all the compliments I received. Because I was playing a visually impaired character, I had to convey emotions through my facial expressions. Thanks to those close-ups, Oh Young’s anxious gaze and the subtle changes in my expressions could be captured very clearly.”
Of course, Song Hye Kyo’s comments largely reflected her modesty. The actress’s beauty has long been widely recognized by audiences both in South Korea and overseas. Even after many years in the industry, she continues to maintain her position as one of the leading stars of Korean entertainment.
As for Song Hye Kyo’s more recent career, she made another major impact in 2022 and 2023 with The Glory, transforming into Moon Dong Eun, a woman who spends years meticulously preparing revenge against those who brutally bullied her during her school days.
In 2025, Song Hye Kyo made a special appearance in Suzy and Kim Woo Bin’s Genie, Make a Wish as Jinniya. Despite her limited screen time, her appearance attracted considerable attention. That same year, she returned to the big screen with Dark Nuns. Next, the actress, born in 1981, is set to meet viewers again in Tantara, alongside a notable cast including Gong Yoo, Seolhyun, Cha Seung Won and Lee Ha Nee.
Sources: k14