# Kim Hyun-joo Admits Light Laser Treatment, Says Accepting Your Face Matters Most

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- Published: 2026-10-22T23:26:44.575Z
- Publisher: Unnie Note

> Actress Kim Hyun-joo has openly admitted to having light laser treatment while saying she believes accepting one's natural face is more important than surgery.

## Key points

1. Kim Hyun-joo's new film 'Paradise Lost' opens in Korean theaters October 21.
2. She has collaborated with director Yeon Sang-ho on 'Hellbound' and 'Jung_E'.
3. She debuted in 1997 and is 49 years old.

## What did Kim Hyun-joo say about cosmetic procedures?

Kim Hyun-joo spoke candidly about her appearance during an interview on October 16 at a cafe in Samcheong-dong, Seoul. Asked about her secret to maintaining her look, she said she tries not to touch her face, but admitted to having had light laser treatment. She argued that once someone starts relying on surgery, the flaws in their face become more noticeable, and that accepting one's own face is what matters most.

## What is 'Paradise Lost' about?

'Paradise Lost', directed by Yeon Sang-ho, is a psychological thriller opening October 21. Kim Hyun-joo plays Ryu So-young, a mother who lost her son nine years ago when a camping school bus disappeared. She survives by holding on day by day, but inside an AI program called 'Paradise Children,' she becomes a mother beside her son again. When the son, Ryu Seon-woo, unexpectedly returns alive, So-young begins to fear the strange changes in him. Bae Hyun-sung plays Seon-woo.

## Why is Kim Hyun-joo called Yeon Sang-ho's persona?

Kim Hyun-joo has worked with Yeon Sang-ho across several projects, including the Netflix series 'Hellbound' (2021) and its second season (2024), the film 'Sunsan' (2024), and the Netflix film 'Jung_E' (2023). Many people in Korea refer to her as the director's 'persona' because of this long partnership. She said the director has always given her new challenges and shown sides of her acting she had not yet shown.

## For international fans

Kim Hyun-joo debuted in 1997 and has been active in Korean film and television for nearly three decades. Fans outside Korea can watch her earlier work with Yeon Sang-ho, including 'Hellbound' and 'Jung_E,' on Netflix, where those titles are available in many regions. Availability of 'Paradise Lost' outside Korea is not confirmed in the source.

## FAQ

### When does 'Paradise Lost' open in Korea?

'Paradise Lost' opens in Korean theaters on October 21, according to the interview coverage.

### Has Kim Hyun-joo had cosmetic procedures?

She admitted to having had a light laser treatment but said she prefers not to touch her face with surgery and believes accepting one's natural face is important.

### Which Yeon Sang-ho projects has Kim Hyun-joo worked on?

She has worked with him on 'Hellbound,' its second season, 'Sunsan,' and the Netflix film 'Jung_E.'

## Sources

- [Xportsnews](https://www.xportsnews.com/article/2208080)

_Written and translated with AI from official announcements and Korean media reports. If something is wrong, please let us know._