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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Kim Jae Joong couldn’t hold back his tears as he experienced an emotional moment with his father.

On April 4, the KBS 2TV show "New Menu Launching: Pyeon Restaurant" aired a heartwarming episode where Kim Jae Joong, the youngest of nine siblings, threw a special celebration for his parents’ 60th wedding anniversary.

The star took charge of everything—planning, organizing, and hosting the event—as a grand gesture to show his gratitude for everything his parents had done for him and his siblings.

Kim Jae Joong rented a luxurious banquet hall at a five-star hotel for the celebration. He made sure to select food that would please all of his family, including his parents and siblings.

With his large family in attendance, the venue was filled with love and joy. Kim Jae Joong’s nine siblings all bowed deeply to thank their parents for raising them, showing immense respect and love.

As his father saw all of his children gathered in one place, he couldn’t help but express his pride, saying, “Are all these really my children?” But his emotions quickly took a turn as he shared his feelings of regret. “I feel sorry that I couldn’t do better for you, I’m sorry I couldn’t do as much as others did. But I’m so thankful that you all grew up so well,” he said, with tears starting to form in his eyes.

It was the first time Kim Jae Joong had seen his father cry. Overcome with emotion, he said, “I know my father’s life very well, so I couldn’t help but cry too.” The entire family shared in the tears, shouting, “We love you, Dad,” creating an unforgettable moment that moved everyone to tears.

The touching episode aired on April 4 at 8:30 PM, showing viewers the deep love and gratitude Kim Jae Joong and his siblings have for their parents.

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