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Jin Ki-joo on 'The Bequeathed' Breast Reduction Scene: 'It Shows the Character' [Interview Pt. 3]
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Jin Ki-joo on 'The Bequeathed' Breast Reduction Scene: 'It Shows the Character' [Interview Pt. 3]

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actress Jin Ki-joo discussed a controversial breast reduction surgery scene in the series 'The Bequeathed,' stating it was necessary to portray her character.
  • The Netflix series 'The Bequeathed,' based on a popular webtoon, depicts the struggles of the Korean education system.
  • Jin Ki-joo plays Lim Han-lim, a character whose portrayal in the scene was intended to reveal her inner struggles.

Actress Jin Ki-joo addressed a controversial scene in the Netflix series 'The Bequeathed' that depicted her character undergoing breast reduction surgery. Speaking in an interview, Jin explained that the scene was crucial for showcasing the character of Lim Han-lim. "It was a scene to show the character Lim Han-lim," she stated.

'The Bequeathed,' adapted from a popular webtoon, delves into the realities of South Korea's education system, highlighting the challenges posed by students, teachers, and parents who cross boundaries. The series aims to protect the integrity of educational environments.

Jin Ki-joo, who plays the lead role, shared her perspective on the scene during a recent interview in Seoul. The actress emphasized that the depiction, while potentially sensitive, served a narrative purpose in revealing the character's internal state and journey within the context of the show's broader themes.

It was a scene to show the character Lim Han-lim.

โ€” Jin Ki-jooActress Jin Ki-joo explaining the purpose of a controversial breast reduction surgery scene in the Netflix series 'The Bequeathed'.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.