Park Hae Eun, once in the spotlight for her sudden removal from the tvN K-drama Alchemy of Souls, has quietly left acting to embrace a new chapter focused on art and personal expression.
The rookie actress made headlines in 2021 when, according to an exclusive report from Ilgan Sports, she lost the lead role in Alchemy of Souls because of her acting skills.
Despite participating in script readings and filming with actors Lee Jae Wook, OH MY GIRL's Arin, and NU'EST's Minhyun, the production eventually decided to recast the role.
In an unusual move, both Park Hae Eun and tvN released statements about her departure. The network mentioned "mutual agreement" and the pressure on a new actress as reasons.
Park expressed regret and gratitude, stating, "Even though things got mixed around, I will think of this individually as good intentions."
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Despite this setback, Park returned to acting briefly in 2022. She landed the role of Yoon Sun in tvN's Adamas.
She also finished filming for the KakaoTV web drama Villain Mom, where she co-starred with Ryeoun and Nam Yoon Su.
However, since KakaoTV stopped distributing its original content in April 2023, the release status of the drama is still uncertain.
Now, Park Hae Eun has changed her focus completely and stepped away from the spotlight. She has discovered a new creative outlet through art and shares her artwork on a dedicated Instagram page.
She has also started posting glimpses of her life on her personal YouTube channel, giving fans thoughtful content far from the high-pressure world of drama production.
While her time in the K-drama industry was brief and tough, Park Hae Eun appears to have found peace in a slower, more personal creative journey. This journey reflects her growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
