Han So-hee Reflects on Growth After Controversy: “Learning to Be Honestly Responsible”
On March 18, fashion magazine Harper’s Bazaar Korea unveiled its April 2025 cover featuring actress Han So-hee.
This special cover shoot, themed “21st Century Goddess,” beautifully encapsulates Han So-hee’s elegance and versatility. She stuns in a series of breathtaking ensembles, from a classical-style cover evoking the essence of a Renaissance painting to a striking black dress that highlights her impeccable proportions, enhanced by conceptual hair and makeup.
Additionally, a captivating close-up cover further solidifies her status as a legendary beauty. Across the three distinct covers, Han So-hee effortlessly showcases her diverse charms, proving once again why she is one of the most celebrated actresses of her generation.
Following the shoot, Han So-hee sat down for an interview where she shared her personal definition of beauty. Reflecting on how her perception has evolved over time, she explained, “Lately, I’ve come to realize that beauty isn’t just about physical appearance. Just like the saying, ‘A kind heart is beautiful,’ I think it has a lot to do with one’s mindset and even physical endurance. Instead of saying, ‘I’m so exhausted, I can’t do anything,’ I’ve started thinking, ‘I can’t do anything right now, so I’ll at least take some vitamins and get some rest.’ If I don’t have energy on set, it inevitably affects those around me. Making sure I don’t transfer my struggles onto others has become my new standard for beauty.”
As the conversation shifted to her highly anticipated upcoming film “Project Y,” Han So-hee spoke passionately about what drew her to the project and why it feels like a defining moment in her career. She shared, “When I first chose this film, I thought, ‘This is a movie I can only do at this exact moment in my life.’ If I were five years younger or five years older, I wouldn’t be able to bring the same mix of youthful determination and a certain level of maturity that I have now. It even feels like a once-in-a-lifetime project. Also, while Jung So (co-star Jeon Jong-seo) and I have become really close friends, at the start of the film, I had to think a lot about how we would portray our chemistry on screen. But I was confident that we would be a great match and could showcase the best possible dynamic between two actresses of our generation. I want to prove that through this film.”
When asked about a personal theme she is currently exploring, Han So-hee offered a thoughtful response, revealing her ongoing journey toward self-awareness and responsibility. She shared, “I think I’m just a very honest person, no matter how much I think about it. But I also realize that honesty comes with responsibility. There are fans, friends, and people who listen to what I say, so I know I need to be accountable for my words. I’ve been making a conscious effort to learn what it means to be responsibly honest.”
Meanwhile, “Project Y” is an upcoming noir film set in Seoul’s upscale Gangnam district, centering on two childhood friends who orchestrate a daring heist to steal 8 billion KRW (approximately 5.5 million USD) worth of gold bars. With one final shot at escaping their current lives, the two women become entangled in an intense web of ambition, betrayal, and survival. The film is highly anticipated not only for its gripping storyline but also for the undeniable chemistry between Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo, two of the most sought-after actresses of their time.
