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[김재원] Rise of a New Leading Man: Reflecting on 'Yumi's Cells 3'
Following the successful conclusion of the TVING original series 'Yumi's Cells 3' on May 4, actor Kim Jae-won (25) shared his experiences portraying the character Soon-rok. Kim, who was cast as the final partner to Kim Go-eun's character, expressed deep gratitude and honor for the opportunity to work alongside her despite their 10-year age gap. To embody the role of the 'unicorn-like' Soon-rok, Kim revealed that he lost 4kg to improve synchronization with the character and emphasized his commitment to continuous growth as an actor. Beyond the drama, he also discussed his ongoing role as a 'Music Bank' MC and his aspirations to challenge himself with diverse roles in the future.