Kim Hee Sun proved once again why she's one of Korea's most beloved stars — with humor, honesty, and unmatched charm.
The actress appeared on episode 112 of the web talk show Salon Drip, hosted by Jang Do Yeon, to promote her upcoming TV Chosun drama No Next Life. When asked about her secret to maintaining her figure, Kim playfully replied, "Only the parts you can see are slim — my wrists and ankles, just five centimeters each."
Her quick wit and candid talk instantly stole the show. For 35 minutes, she had the studio in laughter, showing off what fans now call her "legendary driplery" — a perfect mix of spontaneity and humor.
Throughout the interview, Kim Hee Sun seamlessly moved from stories about work and family to drinking, married life, and her single days — filling every silence with laughter. Host Jang Do Yeon remarked, "She was even more open and talkative than I expected. She makes you want to keep asking questions."
One of the most entertaining moments came when Kim talked about her old celebrity-only online community from the early 2000s. "When GD was in high school, he and Se7en were in a secret Daum café just for celebrities. You had to prove you were one to join. Even the moderator was a celebrity," she laughed. "Of course, the café eventually broke apart — people dated, broke up, and left. It was chaos."
Known for her love of social gatherings, Kim also mentioned her group Ujuhui ("Rain Drink Club"). "It's a group that drinks whenever it rains," she joked. "When it pours, there's not a single sober person left."
She also shared a behind-the-scenes story from the set of the film Honey Sweet: 7510. "We'd go to the convenience store in Paju at 4 a.m. I basically became a regular. By 5:30, people doing cycling, running, or baseball would start surrounding our table," she recalled with laughter.
True to her nickname "Rich Unnie," Kim's generosity shines in real life. She once gifted a TV to a staff member getting married, paid for variety show expenses with her personal card, and even brought special effects to her daughter's school for class demonstrations.
Despite nearly 30 years in the spotlight, Kim still holds the title of one of Korea's top beauties. "My stylist has it tough," she quipped. "I'm only slim where people can see — wrists and ankles, that's it."
Her warmth off-camera was also highlighted by a heartfelt comment from the mother of child actor Jo Se Woong, who plays her son in No Next Life. "She's truly an angel," the mother wrote. "She played with my child during breaks, helped with his acting, and even wrote him a handwritten letter."
Kim Hee Sun returns on November 10 with No Next Life, co-starring Han Hye Jin and Jin Seo Yeon. The comedy-drama follows the relatable and witty journey of women in their 40s and will also be available on Netflix.
