Actress Ahn Eun-jin Returns to 'Running Man' After 4 Years, Stunning Visual Transformation Garners Attention

Actress Ahn Eun-jin made a guest appearance on SBS's 'Running Man' for the first time in four years, captivating viewers with her significantly transformed visuals.

On the episode aired on the 23rd, Ahn Eun-jin and Kim Mu-jun, stars of the Wednesday-Thursday drama 'Is It Sweet?', joined the 'Running Man' cast for a series of games.

The cast warmly welcomed the two guests, especially showing excitement for Ahn Eun-jin's return to the show after a four-year hiatus. Yoo Jae-suk remarked, "It's been a while," while Ji Seok-jin humorously noted, "We basically raised Eun-jin on 'Running Man,' and now she's back as a star." Ahn Eun-jin agreed with a laugh, adding to the cheerful atmosphere.

Ahn Eun-jin reminisced about her previous appearance, saying, "I think the variety show gods blessed me then." Since her initial 'Running Man' stint, Ahn Eun-jin has gained immense popularity through various projects, including the variety show 'Sister's Farmer's Market' and dramas like 'My Dearest,' 'All Wishes Come True,' and the currently airing 'Is It Sweet?'

During her 2021 appearance, Ahn Eun-jin delivered a hilarious moment in the 'Liar Game' segment. When given the keyword 'stock,' she excitedly shouted out stock names like 'Tesla' and 'Samsung Electronics,' mentioning companies that were hitting their upper limits at the time. This memorable clip went viral, even leading to a commercial offer.

Reflecting on the viral meme, Ahn Eun-jin shared, "That clip spread like wildfire. I came today expecting that kind of reaction," to which Haha playfully responded, "You're ready for it."

Footage from her 2021 appearance revealed a younger Ahn Eun-jin with fuller cheeks, exuding a cute and endearing charm. In contrast, her current appearance showcased a dramatically slimmer and more refined visual, attributed to successful dieting and a consistent focus on her appearance, drawing further admiration from the audience.

Regarding her visual transformation, Ahn Eun-jin commented at the press conference for 'Is It Sweet?' held on the 5th, "I wanted to be seen beautifully. I thought about how I could look pretty on screen to help viewers imagine a beautiful romance like this." She added, "I didn't let my guard down until the very end to match well with co-star Jang Ki-yong."

'Is It Sweet?', starring Ahn Eun-jin, airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 9 PM KST on SBS.

Netizens commented, "Ahn Eun-jin has become so beautiful! Please come on 'Running Man' more often now that you're here," "She was cute 4 years ago, but now she's a total goddess," and "Looking forward to the drama 'Is It Sweet?' The chemistry with Jang Ki-yong seems great." They expressed admiration for her visual change and anticipation for her new drama.