Kim Hee-sun Makes Triumphant Return to Home Shopping in 'Remarriage & Desires'

Actress Kim Hee-sun has made a spectacular comeback after a six-year career break, starring in TV CHOSUN's Monday-Tuesday mini-series 'Remarriage & Desires' (also known as 'No Second Chances').

The third episode, aired on the 17th, saw protagonist Jo Na-jeong (played by Kim Hee-sun) successfully secure an internship after passing the third round of home shopping interviews. Na-jeong, once a legendary host earning hundreds of millions of won annually, faced a six-year hiatus due to marriage, childbirth, and childcare. While pursuing her dream of returning to work, she encountered resistance from her husband, Won Bin (Yoon Park), and her sister-in-law, a working mother.

However, Na-jeong's latent talent reawakened at a kindergarten flea market. When a friend's daughter's handmade scrubbies weren't selling, Na-jeong naturally stepped in to help. Her skills as the 'host who hit 40 million won per minute in Bundang' were instantly rekindled. With witty remarks, quick thinking, and innovative ideas, the empty stall quickly became crowded, leading to a sell-out and a significant boost in Na-jeong's confidence.

Buoyed by this success, Na-jeong utilized her experience making handmade soaps for her son, who suffered from atopic dermatitis, in her final presentation. Her authentic storytelling resonated with the judges, ultimately securing her the final acceptance.

Throughout this journey, Kim Hee-sun delivered a captivating performance, showcasing a wide range of emotions from playful confidence to the frustrations of a stay-at-home mom. Her nuanced portrayal of Na-jeong's character, transitioning from disarmed expressions with friends to bittersweet smiles with her husband and in-laws, and finally to determined eyes during the interview and a joyous face upon acceptance, significantly enhanced the viewers' immersion.

Korean netizens lauded Kim Hee-sun's performance, commenting things like 'Kim Hee-sun's acting is truly amazing,' and 'Ms. Na-jeong, you're so cool! You've given me the courage to dream again.' Many also expressed frustration with the husband and sister-in-law's characters, noting 'The husband and sister-in-law are so annoying but realistic, it makes me angrier lol.'