Kim Tae Ri's role as Sook-hee in 'The Handmaiden' is being re-examined, drawing attention to her acting and casting story.

Actress Kim Tae Ri's debut film, 'The Handmaiden,' is once again drawing significant attention. There is a particular re-evaluation of her portrayal of the character Sook-hee, with her distinct acting from her first appearance and the behind-the-scenes casting story becoming a hot topic.

Director Park Chan-wook sought a new face for the role of Sook-hee, ultimately selecting Kim Tae Ri from an audition pool of over 1500 candidates. The director praised her 'instinctive intuition' and uninhibited acting style. 'The Handmaiden' had a critical structure where the entire first act relied on the voice and expressions of a new actress, a role Kim Tae Ri successfully carried, contributing to the film's commercial and critical success.

Many bloggers highlight Kim Tae Ri's growth since 'The Handmaiden,' showcasing diverse performances in various genres such as '1987,' 'Little Forest,' 'Mr. Sunshine,' 'Twenty-Five Twenty-One,' and 'Revenant.' The fact that the original author of the recent drama 'Jeong Nyeon' conceived the character Yoon Jeong-nyeon's appearance and personality after seeing Kim Tae Ri's Sook-hee demonstrates the powerful impression her debut role left.