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| Kim Min-ha, who won the Rookie of the Year Award at the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards, poses before an interview with Sports Chosun on the 7th. Reporter Park Jae-man pjm@sportschosun.com /2025.08.07/ |
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He became the main character of the Rookie of the Year award by accumulating all six judges' votes in a good mood. Actor Kim Min-ha emerged as an anticipated actor by winning the Blue Dragon Trophy in his hand through 'A Week Before I Die'.
Kim Min-ha, who recently met at Sports Chosun's headquarters in Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, recalled the day of the ceremony, saying, `It is true that the Korean awards ceremony is more nerve-wracking. When I went to the awards ceremony abroad, I felt courageous because I felt like I was walking around the world without wearing contact lenses, but this time, I was a little more nervous and interesting. I didn't have any expectations for the award, but it was so fun and good just to be nominated. I thought it would be fun and interesting no matter who wins any award" he left a comment.
Kim Min-ha became a hot topic after her name was called as the winner of the New Fox Award, leaving a short and intense acceptance speech on stage. Kim Min-ha said, `I love and respect all the stories and diversity in every corner of the world so much. I'll do my best to talk at my own pace" delivered his pledge. When asked about this situation, Kim Min-ha said "I don't remember a second or two after being called, what?" However, I laughed at the part where the camera director and the camera director overlapped, and fortunately, I went on stage with a smile, and the seniors applauded and greeted me. Jung Eun-chae, Yoon Kyung-ho, and Joo Ji-hoon all looked at me so pretty. It was too much courage and overwhelming. They were the sisters and brothers I liked so much, so that moment was memorable."
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| Kim Min-ha, who won the Rookie of the Year Award at the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards, poses before an interview with Sports Chosun on the 7th. Reporter Park Jae-man pjm@sportschosun.com /2025.08.07/ |
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Kim Min-ha then said "After it was over, everyone gave me a big hug. Eun-chae (Jung) sat right next to me, and because she was with me 'Pachinko', she hugged me tightly because they were so deep, and Joo Ji-hoon and Yoon Kyung-ho hugged me tightly and talked to me. It seems that the words 'It was so cool' feel warm and remain longer. Also, I saw Park Bo-young from afar that day, but texted 'It's so pretty. Congratulations to her, and Geum Hae-na also congratulated her. Gong Myung, who also appeared with him, and Lee Joon-ho, who is filming 『Taepung Corporation』, all congratulated him. I received a lot of congratulations on the spot as well, but I think I received the most congratulations because I was born in the world."
The work that gave Kim Min-ha the New Fox Award, 'A Week Before I Die' (Song Hyun-joo's Jang In-jeong script, directed by Kim Hye-young and Choi Ha-na, creator No Deok), is a youth fantasy romance that takes place when his first love, Ram-woo (Jong-myeong), becomes the Grim Reaper in front of Hee-wan (Kim Min-ha), who has been spending his youth turning his back on the world. Kim Min-ha said in the acceptance speech, there is a character named Yoo Jeong. He is such a precious friend to me, and this is the first reason I chose this play. He was a really loving friend, but he passed away first. I also lost an oil well and lived in guilt for a very long time, and I also thought that longing itself was the price of not saving the well. 'I sent Yoo-jung like this, but can I live well on my own, can I sleep well, can I eat?' I think it started with something like this. In the end, Yoojung gave me one more life and love, which I concluded alone."
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| Kim Min-ha, who won the Rookie of the Year Award at the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards, poses before an interview with Sports Chosun on the 7th. Reporter Park Jae-man pjm@sportschosun.com /2025.08.07/ |
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Kim Min-ha continued "It was quite a deep and long time before I got there, and then this script came to me like fate. While I was thinking, I thought a little that Yoojung would have wanted me to do this. It's not that I can express it well, but I wanted to play it for Yoojung. My love heart was amplified this much, and I wanted those who were struggling with loss and guilt to feel that it was no one's fault in the end, and that the person I missed gave me greater love as a gift. So, while acting, I thought about it with the hope that my heart would touch every corner, and I think I approached it a little more sensitively. There was also a personal story, and I also chose it because it was well alive because I liked a story where characters with great love like Hee-wan and Ram-woo live in symbiosis. I also thought about when I would turn 30 and wear a school uniform, so even for a comprehensive reason, I was really surprised and meaningful because I was nominated for 'Before I Kill You.'"
Perhaps because it was a work that had a deep personal meaning, Kim Min-ha became the main character of the vote by taking all six votes from the judges. In particular, the judges were "different in the weight class itself. I think he is an actor with a wide spectrum from 'Pachinko' to 'Before I Die' and 'I can't deny that he is an actress who gives precious visuals and precious feelings'. In response, Kim Min-ha said "I don't know where to put myself. It's 'Whoa!'. I feel like I need to work harder, and I feel like I need to raise my weight class even more."The prize is so blessed and important, but not all. It's an opportunity to work harder in the future, and in a way, it's encouragement. I think that's why I got more encouragement. I once drank with the director and said, `I hope I get a chance to talk about it in public with my own death,' and I have a great sense of accomplishment in achieving it because it is such a meaningful work for me.'
Kim Min-ha's appearance, which is criticized for being "precious" in the "unique atmosphere", is also attracting attention. His natural charm increases his attention to the public. On this day, Kim Min-ha completed another unique atmosphere by interviewing with natural plain clothes and natural hairstyles rather than stopping by a hair and makeup shop to set up. "I seek the natural."Kim Min-ha said, "I heard a lot about freckles, and when I was preparing for the audition, I was also criticized for my appearance. I've been told a lot of times to get plastic surgery, get rid of freckles, and lose weight by a few kilograms, but that was so hard for me. It was because of my charm, and the idea that I'm not a Barbie doll. Since I was young, my parents have said a lot that 'You're pretty because you're yourself'. Thankfully. So when someone pointed out to me about my appearance, I was often discouraged thinking, "Should I get plastic surgery?" but I think that's why I fought more and more. So I thought it would be nice if there were many people like me, so I think I tried to experience it more with poison. People who bowled to 'Pachinko' said they received tremendous comfort when they appeared without covering their freckles. That comment was also one of the things I hoped for. My freckles are so pretty and nice right now, and it's also my trademark. Other people think it's their trademark and hope they don't hide it", he confessed confidently.
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| Kim Min-ha, who won the Rookie of the Year Award at the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards, poses before an interview with Sports Chosun on the 7th. Reporter Park Jae-man pjm@sportschosun.com /2025.08.07/ |
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As such, Kim Min-ha hopes to give comfort to others in the world. Kim Min-ha seems to have received a lot of comfort from watching movies or plays and listening to music, saying, `There's another person like me.' I also preferred non-mainstream alcohol to alcohol, and even when I was in a group, I wanted to take care of someone so much, and I wanted it not to be hurt. While working as an actor, I also hoped that I would be comforted when someone saw me. I don't really set goals, but I always mutter something and wish for it. Since I was young, I was close to Mr. Seol Kyung-gu, so I thought it would be nice to meet him at the event or anywhere, but I achieved it, and after doing "Wheel House", I liked Kim Hee-won so much that I said, "I want to meet them on the spot someday," but I actually met him. He also said, `I want to talk about a story for Yoojung,' but he also did a work like 'A week before I died.' Strangely, I'm gradually fulfilling my wishes that I'm muttering to myself," he said with a smile.
The Blue Dragon's Rookie Fox Award trophy, lifted eight years after its debut, became a driving force for Kim Min-ha to row in the future. Kim Min-ha said, `I think it's the right speed and my speed to win this trophy on the 8th anniversary of my debut. I don't think it's fast and slow, but it's my rowing speed. "Blue Dragon" is something like, 'It's officially starting now!It's like shouting ' I received a lot of encouragement and support from this award, and now it's another beginning of you, so feel free to do it!It was a place where I could hold myself a little more because it felt like .'
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