Rookie Actress BANG HYO RIN Graces First Solo Magazine Cover, Charms as TOD’S Ambassador

Actress BANG HYO RIN is making waves as she lands her very first solo magazine cover since her debut. Her agency, Team Hope, unveiled a series of stunning photos from her exclusive pictorial for the September issue of W Korea, featuring the luxury Italian brand TOD’S.

In the published images, BANG HYO RIN showcased a professional demeanor that belied her status as a first-time cover model. She effortlessly donned a variety of high-fashion pieces, including a leather trench coat, a shearling coat, and a tweed jacket, each styled uniquely to highlight her personal flair. Posed in a space bathed in warm light and shadow, she exuded a profound depth with her gaze, transitioning seamlessly from a soft, natural charm to a sophisticated and strong aura, firmly establishing her presence.

During the accompanying interview, BANG HYO RIN spoke passionately about her recent role in the Netflix series ‘The Beating Heart’. "It was a truly enjoyable set where I learned so much. I was sad to tick off each day on the calendar because I knew I couldn't deliver those lines again," she shared, reflecting on her special affection for the project.

Discussing her character ‘Ju Ae’ in the series, she noted, "I think we're similar in that we love acting. There's a line that says, 'I'd do anything for acting,' and Ju Ae is truly that kind of person. Ju Ae is much braver and stronger than I am." She also shared a personal motto: 'One who has long dreamed eventually resembles that dream,' expressing how her current endeavors—this photoshoot, the interview, and the release of ‘The Beating Heart’—are the realization of her long-held aspirations.

Following the premiere of her first leading role in ‘The Beating Heart’, her appointment as an official ambassador for TOD’S, and now this solo debut pictorial, BANG HYO RIN is capturing significant industry and public attention. She is also slated to attend the TOD’S 2026 Spring/Summer Collection show at Milan Fashion Week on the 26th in Italy.

BANG HYO RIN captivated audiences with her leading role as Ju Ae in the recent Netflix series ‘The Beating Heart’.

She has been appointed as an official ambassador for the renowned Italian luxury brand TOD’S, marking her growing influence in the fashion world.

Her upcoming attendance at Milan Fashion Week for the TOD’S 2026 Spring/Summer Collection further solidifies her status as a rising fashion icon.