Kim Hee-sun Dons a Quirky 'Mom Interview Look' in 'No Second Chances', Aiming for a Comeback

Kim Hee-sun is set to embark on a challenging re-employment journey, sporting a unique 'mom interview look' in TV CHOSUN's Monday-Tuesday mini-series 'No Second Chances'.

'No Second Chances' tells the comedic coming-of-age story of three 41-year-old friends navigating the struggles of daily life, childcare, and demanding careers, all in pursuit of a better 'complete life.' The series has captured viewers' attention since its premiere.

Kim Hee-sun portrays Jo Na-jung, a once-promising home shopping host who is now a mother of two, embracing a 'career break woman' persona. Her fearless and realistic portrayal has garnered significant praise. In the first episode, Na-jung boastfully claims she's returning to work in front of her former school rival, Yang Mi-sook (Han Ji-hye), who is now her landlady, sparking curiosity about the unfolding plot.

In the second episode airing today (11th), Na-jung, after much turmoil trying to fix her previous blunder, will be seen attending a 'career break re-employment interview' at her former workplace, Sweet Home Shopping. In the released stills, Na-jung makes a striking appearance in a purple balloon blouse paired with a colorful skirt – a rather unconventional 'mom interview look.' When her junior colleague Song Ye-na (Go Won-hee) expresses surprise at her attire, Na-jung nonchalantly states, 'This is the trend,' while her trembling eyes betray her nervousness. The episode will reveal whether Na-jung can shed her 'career break woman' label and return to her glory days as a host who once achieved an astounding sales record of 40 million won per minute.

For the 'public recruitment interview' scene, Kim Hee-sun meticulously embodied Na-jung's complex emotions as she strives to reclaim her identity as a home shopping host. She depicted the harsh realities of solo parenting and her desperate desire to return to work with detailed expressions, evoking laughter and empathy. Her subtle portrayal of anxiety during her first interview in six years earned her praise from the production team. A representative from the production stated, 'This scene will be a significant turning point for Na-jung as she embarks on a major challenge to start her true second act.' They added, 'Viewers will find deep empathy and comfort in Kim Hee-sun's realistic depiction of growth.'

The second episode of 'No Second Chances' airs tonight at 10 PM on TV CHOSUN.

Netizens are cheering for Kim Hee-sun's comeback, commenting, 'Go Na-jung! I hope you succeed and soar high again!', 'It feels so real, I almost cried... I want to work again too,' and 'Her interview outfit is hilarious but also kind of sad lol.'