The Rise and Fall of Goo Hye Sun: From BOF Success to Criticism and Riches

Recently, there has been a lot of buzz surrounding Goo Hye Sun due to her appearance on a tvN show where she shared about her current challenges. She surprised everyone by disclosing her “homeless”state during her break from the entertainment industry to deal with her divorce and focus on her studies. As a result, numerous viewers started delving into her past, personal life, profession, and particularly her marriage.

Living Comfortably for 12 Years Thanks to One Drama

Goo Hye Sun, who was born in 1984, made her debut in the entertainment industry in 2002 by starring in music videos for various artists. Her stunning appearance gained her recognition, and she rose to fame after her role in the 2006 drama Pure in Heart. Her impressive acting in the historical drama The King and I further solidified her popularity. Despite taking on various projects, her acting skills faced growing criticism.

In 2009, Goo Hye Sun’s life and career were transformed when she landed the lead role in the legendary drama Boys Over Flowers. Even after 12 years, it remains the most successful project of her career. In a recent interview, Goo Hye Sun revealed that the earnings from Boys Over Flowers have allowed her to live comfortably and pursue her passions.

Despite the widespread acclaim of Boys Over Flowers, Goo Hye Sun’s determination to excel remained unwavering as she took on a diverse range of roles, including screenwriting, directing, and music releases. Despite her efforts, she struggled to break free from the success of Boys Over Flowers and her acting began to lack authenticity. Unfortunately, her subsequent dramas were unable to achieve the same success.

In 2017, Goo Hye Sun made a brief appearance in the drama You’re Too Much, but she terminated her role after only 6 episodes despite the show still being on air. This decision caused turmoil for the production team, with many criticizing her for causing disruption. While she claimed her health was the reason, she received backlash for impacting the entire team.

In 2019, Goo Hye Sun declared her retirement, with You’re Too Much being her final TV drama, not including any self-produced short films. Despite this announcement, she continued to work on producing films and music videos, which caused confusion among the public. In the last two years, she has also gained attention for her studies in film and acting, but she has not yet announced her official return.

Career Declines After Divorce

Despite the lack of success in Goo Hye Sun’s dramas following Boys Over Flowers, it was through her acting career that she crossed paths with her former husband, Ahn Jae Hyun. The two became acquainted while working together on Blood and eventually began a romantic relationship off-screen, leading to their marriage.

Despite the public’s belief that they were meant to be together, their divorce came as a shock just two years into their marriage, following Goo Hye Sun’s bitter accusations against Ahn Jae Hyun. The events unfolded so rapidly that many were left reeling.

Despite their separation, Goo Hye Sun continued to make accusations against her former husband, sharing arguments and text messages that claimed Ahn Jae Hyun had a drinking problem, was involved with multiple women, and even threatened to release photos of him with another woman. At first, the public showed their support and empathy towards Goo Hye Sun, but as she continuously complained and cried without providing substantial proof, their opinion turned against her.

Despite initially receiving sympathy, Goo Hye Sun soon faced criticism from the public for portraying herself as the victim and potentially damaging her ex-husband’s career. This reached its peak in September 2019 when Ahn Jae Hyun filed a lawsuit against Goo Hye Sun, alleging that she had distorted the truth through her one-sided statements on social media.

Since 2019, Goo Hye Sun’s career has taken a downward turn while Ahn Jae Hyun has made a comeback in acting and TV variety shows. Despite still garnering attention for her actions, the actress’s reputation has been greatly tarnished, causing the public to no longer eagerly await her return to the acting scene.

On Air to Lament While “Flexing” Her Money

Despite officially retiring, Goo Hye Sun appears to have a strong determination to continue her career in the film industry. This is evident through her decision to enroll at Sungkyunkwan University, where she is majoring in Film and Television. Despite a hiatus of seven years without new acting projects, she has chosen to invest in her education and work on solo projects, potentially depleting her earnings from previous works such as Boys Over Flowers and other projects.

During a major tvN program, Goo Hye Sun shocked viewers by disclosing that she had been living in her car while studying. She admitted to having wasted a lot of money and not having a permanent residence. Although she could always return to her mother’s house in Incheon, she often had to sleep in her car or at the library during exams or important school days. The long commute from Incheon to school made it difficult to arrive on time, even when leaving at 6:30 in the morning,”Goo Hye Sun shared.

Just one day after the shocking revelation, Goo Hye Sun continued to surprise netizens with more unexpected news. She announced that she had recently invested in building a villa near her school, purchased homes for her family, and made preparations for her postgraduate studies.

Despite this explanation, the public remained confused and questioned where she had obtained the funds to carry out such ambitious plans. It appears that even after many years, her earnings from her role in Boys Over Flowers continue to sustain her.

Despite initially having it all – a successful career and a dream romance that was admired by many – Goo Hye Sun’s personal scandals and lack of progress in her acting career ultimately led to her downfall. However, she chose to share that she pursued higher education in film and acting, driven by her parents’ dream. Dedication and hard work paid off as she excelled academically and graduated with high honors. While this is commendable, it remains to be seen if her education and achievements will be enough to bring Goo Hye Sun back into the spotlight in the future.

Origin: k14