Actress Seo Hyun Jin has spoken about the mixed reactions to her mystery melodrama, The Trunk.

On December 6, Seo Hyun Jin sat down with Spotv News, where she shared her honest thoughts about the audience's divided opinions. She admitted, “I’m aware of the mixed reactions to The Trunk.”

The Trunk tells a unique story revolving around a secretive marriage service, unveiled through a mysterious trunk found floating by a lakeside. The plot explores the complex relationship between two individuals tied to this unusual matchmaking process.

Based on Kim Ryeo Ryeong’s bold and imaginative novel, the drama has a star-studded team with director Kim Kyu Tae (Our Blues, It’s Okay, That’s Love) and writer Park Eun Young (Hwarang).

While some viewers praise its faithful adaptation and daring storytelling, others find its intense tone and provocative themes a bit too heavy.

Seo Hyun Jin acknowledged the mixed responses, saying, “Even during filming, I expected that some people would enjoy it, while others might feel uncomfortable. The tone is dark, and there aren’t many light moments to catch your breath. It’s not the kind of drama to watch casually at the end of the day.”

She added, “For viewers who prefer something deep and thought-provoking to dive into over a relaxing weekend, this drama might be a better fit.”

In The Trunk, Seo Hyun Jin plays Noh In Ji, a woman with a complicated view of marriage. Although she dislikes the idea of marriage herself, she works for a contract-based matchmaking service and ends up meeting her fifth husband, Han Jung Won.

The drama’s unique concept and intense execution have sparked conversations online, with fans and critics debating its themes and storytelling style.

Despite the differing opinions, Seo Hyun Jin’s powerful performance has earned praise, proving once again why she’s one of Korea’s most versatile actresses.

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Actress Kang Ye Won got emotional as she opened up about why she took a break from broadcasting and why she’s finally giving love a chance.

On the March 3 episode of tvN STORY’s Can I Love Now?, Kang Ye Won made her debut as a new participant looking for romance.

During the broadcast, she revealed that negative online comments had deeply affected her. "I used to cry all the time reading comments. I get hurt easily. What might be a small wound for others feels like a huge blow to me," she shared, expressing the stress she faced from malicious remarks.

She also admitted that at one point, she wanted to leave everything behind. "I kept thinking, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ and it became overwhelming."

She added, "At one point, I thought, ‘I should just quit everything and move to the countryside,’ and that idea actually gave me peace," she confessed.

When it came to dating, Kang Ye Won shared that she had always been content watching others fall in love.

"It never worked out for me. I wasn’t the type to ask for introductions either. I just found comfort in living as an observer. Maybe it’s my fate. I’m fearful, and I lack courage. If I feel like someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start," she admitted.

However, the actress revealed that she ultimately joined Can I Love Now? for her father. "My dad was born in 1943. He had me late in life, and his health isn’t great."

She added, "I realized that if I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my parents any hope until the moment they pass away," she said with tears in her eyes. "My perspective on life has changed. I no longer think just about myself, but about my parents."

Kang Ye Won’s heartfelt confession touched many viewers, leaving fans rooting for her to find happiness.

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