Kim Min-ha: "Lost 17 kg over two years... I want to clear up misunderstandings about dieting" — The reason she spoke (One Korea) [Interview ①]

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Actress Kim Min-ha recently drew attention for her dramatically changed appearance, and she has now revealed the reason behind it.

On the 3rd, I met with actress Kim Min-ha at a café on Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, to discuss various topics regarding the film "One Korea" (directed by Frederick Schultz).

Kim Min-ha recently became a topic of discussion for her significantly altered appearance after losing weight. She said, "I didn't expect it would become such a hot topic or that people would show so much interest."

She continued, "Yes, I did lose quite a bit of weight. I started losing weight while filming 'Typhoon Romance' and continued for two years. By the time I filmed 'One Korea,' I had lost about 16 to 17 kg." She added, "I cannot yet provide specific details about my next project, but it is a role that requires significant weight loss."

Kim Min-ha stated, "More than 90% of the weight loss was due to the role, and I also struggled with how to present a new image. To lose weight while maintaining physical stamina, I lost weight gradually over a long period."

She further explained, "My next project also requires weight loss, so I am still continuing my diet. However, there are some misunderstandings I would like to clear up. Some people have misunderstood me when I said that they should love me as I am, thinking it was contradictory. But for me, as an actress, it is simply a choice made to portray various characters."

She added, "I am satisfied with both my former fuller figure and my current appearance. Because of my profession, I want to show my chameleon-like versatility. Many people have shown great interest in my dieting methods. I lost weight by eating one meal a day and exercised very hard. I worked as hard as possible without compromising my health or causing stress."

Meanwhile, "One Korea" is an art-buster based on a true story that follows the journey of Hye-seon, a North Korean defector woman who strives to move forward despite living in unfamiliar circumstances. The film will be released on the 8th.

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