In a recent interview with ELLE Korea, the star opened up about her approach to characters, her thoughts on fashion, and what it means to step back into the world of “Yumi’s Cells 3“.
Returning to Yumi’s World
For Kim Go-eun, revisiting the character of Yumi comes with both excitement and responsibility.
Because the character has already developed through earlier seasons, the actress explained that the challenge isn’t creating someone entirely new but continuing a story audiences already know and love. She noted that portraying everyday emotions naturally can be surprisingly difficult especially more than playing characters with strong or unusual personalities.
How She Approaches Adapted Works
Kim Go-eun also shared insight into how she prepares for roles based on original source material, such as webtoons.
Before filming begins, she studies the broader story and even reads reviews from audiences. According to the actress, these reactions often contain detailed character analysis and multiple perspectives that help her better understand how viewers connect with the story.
Fashion, Simplicity, and Personal Style
During the interview, Kim Go-eun also discussed her personal approach to fashion.
Rather than focusing on bold statements, she prefers simple pieces with the right fit, explaining that a basic outfit can feel special when the silhouette suits the wearer perfectly. For the shoot, she paired the look with Chanel watches and jewelry, highlighting a style that balances classic elegance with everyday wearability.
Living with Questions
Looking back on her career, Kim said she has always been someone who asks herself questions.
From a young age, she often wondered whether acting was truly what she wanted to pursue. Over time, the answer became clear she enjoys the work. Now, the questions have shifted toward where she wants to go next and whether she’s moving in the right direction.
Finding Beauty in Everyday Life
When asked what she finds most beautiful today, Kim pointed not to dramatic moments but to small scenes of everyday life people simply trying their best to live well each day. Whether it’s someone taking a walk for their health or smiling at passersby, she believes those quiet moments reveal how everyone moves through life at their own pace.
For now, the actress says she plans to focus on working hard and completing the projects ahead of her a reminder that even amid fame, the journey continues one step at a time.