'Gangnam 8-hakgu' actress Kim Min-ha: Parents worried, Sol Kyung-gu & Song Yoon-ah always supportive [Interview Pt. 2]

Actress Kim Min-ha, known for her role in "Pachinko," reflected on her unconventional path to acting, revealing that she originally hailed from Seoul's affluent Gangnam district, often referred to as the "Gangnam 8-hakgu" or the district with the top eight private academies.

In an interview, Kim shared that her parents harbored different career aspirations for her. They had initially hoped she would pursue academia and become a professor. However, Kim's own aspirations led her down a different route, first as an aspiring singer before ultimately finding her calling as an actress.

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My parents, who wanted me to become a professor, were very worried.

She acknowledged the significant concerns her parents likely had regarding her career choices, given their initial hopes for her academic future. The transition from a stable academic path to the uncertainties of the entertainment industry would have been a considerable shift.

Kim also took the opportunity to express her deep appreciation for the unwavering encouragement she receives from veteran actors Sol Kyung-gu and Song Yoon-ah. Their consistent support, she indicated, has been a valuable source of strength throughout her career.

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Sol Kyung-gu and Song Yoon-ah always support me.