Ku Hye-sun, cuts her own bangs during recording... "Malicious comments are"

Actress Koo Hye-sun surprised the set with an unexpected action, cutting her own bangs during a broadcast recording. Appearing on the 34th episode of MBN's 'Kim Ju-ha's Day and Night,' which aired at 9:40 PM on the 18th, Koo Hye-sun could not endure the discomfort of her bangs poking her eyes and used scissors provided by the production crew to cut them herself. It was such an unusual situation that subtitles reading 'First-ever recording interruption' appeared, but it was a moment that revealed Koo Hye-sun's easygoing nature, as she typically manages her own makeup and hair.

Self-cut due to poking bangs, showing dexterity amidst an unexpected situation

The recording site took an unexpected turn. During the conversation, Koo Hye-sun repeatedly touched her bangs, showing her discomfort. As the hair poked her eyes, the production crew said, "We'll pause for a moment so you can trim them," and handed her a mirror and scissors. Koo Hye-sun cut her bangs on the spot without hesitation, and Moon Se-yoon and Jo Jazz, who were watching, expressed their amazement, saying, "That's crazy" and "It actually works." The host, Kim Ju-ha, also marveled at Koo Hye-sun's dexterity and personality.

Koo Hye-sun has chosen to style herself instead of going to a hair salon. When Kim Ju-ha asked why she does not receive professional makeup, Koo Hye-sun replied, "It's been about 24 years since I debuted as an actress, and even back then, I didn't go to get makeup done," adding, "I guess I'm not used to getting it done in the broadcasting station's dressing room." She was noted as the second female guest, following Yoon Bok-hee, to do her own makeup.

The expertise of a 24-year veteran actress: How to use malicious comments as fuel

Marking her 24th year since debut, Koo Hye-sun reflected on her life as a "professional multi-hyphenate." She shared her journey from her beginnings as an internet "Ulzzang" who appeared on the front page of newspapers with a fandom of tens of thousands, to 'Sitcom Nonstop', 'Pure in Heart', and 'Boys Over Flowers'. Regarding the ski resort scene from the filming of 'Boys Over Flowers' being consumed as a meme for 17 years, she said, "I don't know why it's funny," but added, "I'm glad they remember me that way," expressing gratitude for the interest of the younger generation.

She showed a resilient attitude toward the malicious comments she has encountered during her long career in the entertainment industry. Koo Hye-sun said, "I read every single malicious comment without exception," noting that she views them as a social phenomenon. In particular, she revealed her inner strength to turn criticism into nourishment for growth, saying, "When I see comments saying my pronunciation is bad, I can use that as motivation to practice hard." She added, "After receiving them for about 20 years, there's nothing new. It's not fresh anymore."

Human dignity felt at the crossroads of life and death

Dizzying moments hidden behind her glamorous image were also revealed. Koo Hye-sun confessed to an experience where she lost consciousness in a public restroom due to anaphylactic shock during a past filming. The thought that came to her at death's door was 'human dignity.' She said that at the time, she thought, "I shouldn't die here."

Additionally, she shared an anecdote from an accident during the filming of 'Boys Over Flowers' where she was seriously injured and had to have the inside of her mouth stitched, but because it was difficult to go to the hospital, she had to remove the stitches herself. She explained the situation, saying, "At the time, I wasn't in a position where I could go to the hospital," and removed the stitches herself. She also added that she pulled out her own teeth when she was young.

The episode of 'Kim Ju-ha's Day and Night' aired that day recorded a peak viewership rating of 2.0% nationwide according to Nielsen Korea. The following 35th episode will air on Saturday, July 25th at 9:40 PM.