A K-Pop idol turned actress, Son Naeun, has revealed her true feelings about her activities as an actress. In a recent video uploaded by YouTube Ha Ji Young, Son Naeun, a former member of the popular group Apink, opens up about the difficulties she faced due to being recognized as an idol-turned-actress.

The 27-year-old actress shared that she often worried about public perception since transitioning from an idol to an actress. She admitted to having thought, “(In the past) I always thought, ‘Those people must be judging me.’ And because I was originally a singer, there was that kind of perception. Even now, it hasn’t completely disappeared.” Son Naeun expressed her concern about being seen as an idol-turned-actress and not starting out solely as an actress.

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  • Son Naeun has been actively pursuing acting since leaving Apink in 2016 to focus on her acting career. She made her acting debut with the SBS drama Bad Guys: City of Evil.
  • In a recent interview, Son Naeun shared that she still faces difficulties due to being recognized as an idol-turned-actress. Despite this, she makes an effort to avoid dwelling on these worries and instead focuses on improving her acting skills.
  • Son Naeun's recent role in the SBS drama Agent Kim Reactivated has gained significant attention and popularity. The drama recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 23.1% (according to Nielsen Korea) in episode 8, setting a new personal best for Son Naeun.
  • Son Naeun's transition from an idol to an actress is not unique among K-Pop idols. Many have attempted to pursue acting careers after leaving their groups, with varying degrees of success.
  • The popularity of K-Pop idols in the acting world has increased significantly in recent years, with many fans eagerly anticipating the next move of their favorite idols-turned-actresses.
  • Son Naeun's honesty about her struggles as an idol-turned-actress is a breath of fresh air, showcasing her growth and maturity as an artist.

Son Naeun's journey as an actress is one to watch, with many anticipating what's next for this talented K-Pop idol turned actress. With her recent role in Agent Kim Reactivated gaining significant attention, it's clear that Son Naeun is making waves in the acting world.

As fans eagerly await more projects from Son Naeun, they can take comfort in knowing that she is not alone in facing challenges as an idol-turned-actress. With her determination and hard work, it's likely that we'll see even more of this talented actress in the future.