Kang Ye-won Breaks Silence on Hiatus Decision, Overcoming Painful Struggles
On March 3, Kang Ye-won appeared on tvN STORY’s “Can I Love Now” (literal translation) and opened up about her hiatus, stress, and struggles with relationships. She shared, “I’ve just been living diligently. Two years ago, I filmed “The One and Only.” I’ve also worked on films, produced projects, and held an art exhibition as a hobby.”
Describing herself as a workaholic, she admitted, “I always prioritize work. I don’t know how to take a break.” When asked about her break from TV, she candidly revealed, “I used to cry all the time. I would read comments and break down. I get hurt easily – what might be a small blow to others feels like a huge wound to me.”
She also reflected on the toll stress had taken on her, explaining, “I kept asking myself, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ I couldn’t escape the fear and pressure. I even thought about giving up everything and moving to the countryside – it was the only thought that brought me peace.”
On relationships, she confessed, “I was satisfied just watching others. I found joy in seeing others’ love stories. I watched Can I Love Now, I’m SOLO, Nasol Four Seasons (literal translation), and even ‘Divorce Camp.’ I’ve never been married, but I watch all the divorce shows too.”
Kang Ye-won shared her fear of relationships, saying, “I told myself I just couldn’t do it. I’m timid and don’t have the courage. If I think someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start.”
Initially hesitant to join “Can I Love Now,” she changed her mind after thinking of her father, sharing emotionally, “My parents had me late in life, and my father is unwell. If I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my mom and dad even a glimpse of hope before they pass.”
