27-02-2025
Song Hye-kyo on life in her 40s, inner strength and ambition: 'I have no fear of aging'
The South Korean star says she now puts herself first, as compared to earlier
Last updated: February 27, 2025 | 11:27
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Song Hye-kyo said that she values the present, more than the past or the future. Instagram/ Song Hye-kyo
From the breezy charm of Full House in 2004 to the haunting intensity of Dark Nuns, Song Hye-kyo's career has been a captivating rollercoaster of diverse roles. A director, a lonely heiress, a cheerful surgeon—she's done it all.
In a recent interview with Vogue Hong Kong, the South Korean star shared how she constantly challenges herself and how she would love the chance to work in the light romantic comedy genre. 'If there's a realistic and witty comedy that suits someone in their 40s, I would love to try it,' she says.
When asked if her 40s have been better than her 20s, Hye-kyo shared, 'I've gone through my 20s and 30s to become who I am today. We all grow old together, so I have no fear of aging.' She adds, 'Of course, since I have such a visible profession, I try hard to manage it.'
"To be honest, I don't really have any ambition. I value the present more than the past or future. I want to work hard on everything I've been given and live wisely,' says Hye-kyo.
Her perspective on strength has evolved over time. Hye-kyo explains, "I used to live under the gaze of others; my friends and family always came first. As long as they were happy, I'd be happy too. But at some point, I realized I had never put myself first. I thought, 'Let's put me first, no matter what.' After that, I felt more centered in everything I do.' As she says, embracing 'herself' has brought a sense of calm, and she can approach others in a far more relaxed way. 'I've become stronger on the inside,' she says.
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