On August 20, Kim joined hosts Yoo Jae-suk and Jo Se-ho in what was her first talk show appearance in 15 years, ahead of the release of her upcoming Amazon Prime Video series Butterfly. Fans expected in-depth discussions about her return to acting and her new project, but instead, the conversation took an unexpected turn.
Focus Shifts Away From Acting
Kim Tae-hee shared glimpses of her professional and personal life. She mentioned: “I went to New York to promote the release of my U.S. drama,” briefly outlining her involvement in Butterfly and how she was cast.
However, the discussion quickly pivoted to her husband Rain and her family life. After marrying the singer in 2017, Kim welcomed her first daughter that same year and her second in 2019. She explained that she had spent the past five years focusing on housework and childcare, which led to her acting hiatus: “That’s when I felt the desire to return to acting.”
Despite this, her remarks on rekindling her passion for acting were left largely unexplored. The conversation also touched on her legendary visuals during IRIS, rather than her performance. Kim herself reflected:
“I think I liked my appearance the most when I was 30. As I age, there are more parts I may not like, but I think I just have to accept it. I hope people see wrinkles formed from smiling as something beautiful and positive.”
Netizens Voice Disappointment
Many viewers were unimpressed by the line of questioning, voicing frustration online:
- “Are looks and academic background the only things they can ask about?”
- “Her Seoul National University story is decades old.”
- “It felt like the show was more about Rain than Kim Tae-hee.”
- “Please improve the question quality.”
Others defended the episode, pointing out that for newer fans, such stories were still engaging:
- “For those who don’t know her well, these stories are new.”
- “This might actually help promote her drama better.”
Anticipation Builds for Bill Gates Episode
The debate comes just days after You Quiz on the Block announced that Bill Gates, Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist, will appear on the show. The news has sparked immense curiosity, with netizens eager to see what kinds of questions will be asked in the highly anticipated episode.
For Kim Tae-hee, meanwhile, fans continue to look forward to her upcoming series Butterfly, hopeful that it will highlight her talent beyond the lighthearted chatter of variety TV.
Sources: nate
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