A Personal and Emotional Interview
The spotlight often finds Son Ye Jin on red carpets, in front of flashing cameras and cheering fans. But at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, she revealed a deeper side of herself. Alongside director Park Chan Wook and actor Lee Byung Hun, she joined an intimate interview with YTN News that touched not just on cinema, but also on life, growth, and motherhood.
In her reflections on No Other Choice, Son Ye Jin spoke honestly about how becoming a mother transformed her as both a person and an actress.
“Mothers are strong, aren’t they? Even when I was single, I often played mothers or women facing loss. But the experience I gained since becoming a mother is undeniable.”
The Transformation of Motherhood
Earlier in her career, Son Ye Jin admitted she focused heavily on appearance and maintaining the image of a leading actress. Now, her priorities have shifted:
"After becoming a mother, my feelings for my child became more important than how I appear. That love shapes everything."
In No Other Choice, she plays Mary, a woman caught between morality, maternal instinct, and heartbreaking decisions. Her portrayal is raw and deeply human, reflecting her real-life experiences.
Critics have praised the performance as one of her most authentic roles, with Mary feeling like a real woman you might meet in everyday life — someone silently carrying burdens while protecting her loved ones.
Balancing Family and Career
Son Ye Jin also shared that motherhood opened emotional doors she had never known before.
"I learned feelings I might never have understood without marriage and family. My perspective shifted. I wanted to protect, to fight for, to love in ways I didn’t know I was capable of. Now, I would do anything within the bounds of the law for my child and my family."
Fans couldn’t help but notice her radiant presence at the festival. Her calm confidence, warm smile, and soft glow reflected more than just stardom — they reflected happiness and fulfillment.
Many linked this radiance to her real-life love story with Hyun Bin, noting how their family life enriches her artistry.
A Turning Point in Her Career
For fans and critics alike, this Venice appearance represents more than a film premiere. It is a turning point where Son Ye Jin is not only a movie star, but a woman growing, transforming, and inspiring others.
Her role in No Other Choice is already being called one of the strongest performances of her career. But beyond the screen, it is her balance of family, motherhood, and acting that leaves the deepest impression.
Conclusion
The Venice Film Festival 2025 will be remembered as the moment where Son Ye Jin shared not only her artistry, but also her personal journey. Her honesty about motherhood, love, and growth makes her story even more relatable and inspiring.
As audiences await her future projects, one thing is clear: Son Ye Jin’s star power is not just about beauty or talent, but about authenticity, resilience, and the love she carries for her family and fans.
