Kim Ji Won Debuts New Bangs, Fans Say “She’s More Unrecognizable Than Ever”

08 May 2026, 20:55 by K-Soul · allkpop

Actress Kim Ji Won showcased a completely different vibe with her new hairstyle, once again drawing attention.

On May 7, the YouTube channel for Elle Korea released a video titled, “How Can You Not Watch When She’s This Pretty?! Check Out Princess Ji Won’s Preference Interview.”

In the video, Kim Ji Won radiated unmatched beauty during a jewelry pictorial shoot. In particular, her newly styled bangs created an entirely different atmosphere, catching viewers’ attention. Her slimmer face also appeared even smaller than before.

An interview segment was also revealed. When asked whether she had any routines to maintain peace of mind, Kim Ji Won answered, “I try to make time for myself. On set, I close my eyes even for a brief moment, and when I lie down at home and stare at the ceiling, I feel calm.”

When asked, “When do you think you are the most beautiful?” she responded, “I think right now is the most beautiful moment. I tend to worry a lot and think often about the past and the future. But when you do that, it’s easy to miss the present. Right now is the most beautiful moment because it’s the moment we’re living in, so I think it’s important to cherish it.”

Meanwhile, Kim Ji Won recently became a hot topic after fans noticed her extremely slim figure. Back in March, when she attended a jewelry event in Milan, her prominent rib cage and collarbones sparked concern among fans. Even in the newly released video, some viewers commented, “She’s gotten even thinner,” “Did she really have to lose this much weight?” and “She looks like a completely different person.”

Meanwhile, Kim Ji Won is set to return to the small screen this year with the new SBS drama 'Doctor X: The Age of the White Mafia.' The medical noir series follows genius doctor Gye Soo Jung, known as Doctor X, as she takes on a corruption-ridden organization and proves what it truly means to be a doctor through skill alone. The drama is based on the hit Japanese 'Doctor-X: Surgeon Michiko Daimon' series, which became a mega-hit after airing on TV Asahi.

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