Actress Lim Ji Yeon recently shared her heartfelt thoughts on her popular drama The Tale of Lady Ok, which concluded its 16-episode run on January 26, 2025.

The drama, which aired on JTBC, became a hit with viewers, especially for its captivating story and Lim Ji Yeon's incredible performance.

In The Tale of Lady Ok, Lim Ji Yeon played two challenging roles: Gu Deok Yi, a servant treated cruelly, and Ok Tae Young, a noblewoman fighting for her survival.

Her impressive acting skills have earned her widespread praise, and the drama reached an impressive peak rating of 11.1%, solidifying its success.

In an interview with OSEN, Lim Ji Yeon expressed her deep gratitude for the love the drama received. She said, "I took on this historical drama with a lot of heart, and I'm deeply thankful for the love it received."

She added, "I still feel like I haven’t left The Tale of Lady Ok. I haven’t been able to let go of Gu Deok Yi, and it saddens me that there are only two episodes left."

Lim Ji Yeon also revealed that taking on a historical drama again after a long break was both a challenge and a joy.

She shared, "I had insecurities about historical dramas in the past. But when I read the script for The Tale of Lady Ok, I realized I had to face my fears and challenge myself. I’m proud of how far I’ve come."

While the actress reflects on her success, fans are still buzzing about her dedication to her craft. In fact, when asked about her boyfriend, actor Lee Do Hyun, who is currently serving in the military, Lim Ji Yeon couldn’t help but gush about his support.

She shared, "He’s been watching the drama consistently. His feedback isn’t drastically different, but he cheers me on a lot. He knows how much I love The Tale of Lady Ok, and he’s been very supportive. We rely on each other a lot and always wish for each other’s health and happiness."

Fans couldn’t help but admire their sweet bond, especially as Lee Do Hyun has been cheering her on from afar. It’s clear that their relationship is built on mutual respect and support, with both actors finding strength in each other’s presence.

With The Tale of Lady Ok wrapping up, Lim Ji Yeon is already looking ahead, hoping for more opportunities to dive into historical dramas and continue to grow as an actress.

And, of course, she can count on her loving boyfriend Lee Do Hyun to be there every step of the way!

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Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, has spoken up about the recent controversy involving the late Sulli and her bed scene in the 2017 movie Real.

On April 2, Gold Medalist released an official statement saying, “From the very beginning, the role of Song Yoohwa, played by the late Sulli, included a bed scene. This was clearly stated during casting, and the actress had to be comfortable with it.”

They explained, “Just like job listings mention necessary qualifications, this role required exposure, and that was made clear in advance. If these things are only discussed after casting, it can create unnecessary pressure on the actor.”

The agency also emphasized, “Sulli and her agency were fully aware of the bed scene before she accepted the role. The script clearly described the level of exposure required, and the contract also included these details.”

Addressing rumors about a body double, they stated, “There was no body double for the acting. A ‘standing actor’ was only used during rehearsals to help with movement cues.”

Gold Medalist also included statements from Real’s assistant director Kim Joong Wook and script supervisor Lee Jun Hyun, confirming, “No actor was ever forced into doing a bed scene or nudity. That would never happen on set.”

As for claims that they contacted Sulli’s mother, the agency denied it and responded to her brother’s accusations, saying, “It’s understandable to have concerns about things heard at the funeral. However, bringing up something from six years ago and spreading false information as if it were personally witnessed is hard to accept.”

Finally, they urged people to stop spreading false rumors, saying, “Many people worked hard on Real, and these baseless accusations are hurtful. Also, there have been false rumors targeting Kim Soo Hyun recently. We sincerely ask for an end to speculative reports and misinformation.”

This comes after the late Sulli’s older brother, Choi, raised concerns on March 28 about the bed scene in Real, demanding answers from Kim Soo Hyun and director Lee Sa Rang.

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