Actress Jang Nara recently shared her honest thoughts in an interview with Cosmopolitan for their November issue. After wrapping up her successful drama Good Partner, she reflected on her journey and personal growth.

In the interview, Jang Nara expressed her gratitude for playing Cha Eun-kyung, saying, "Meeting Cha Eun-kyung in Good Partner was a truly thankful and fortunate experience."

She chose this project because she found the script really interesting. "I try to see the story from the audience's perspective before diving into my character. The script, written by a real divorce attorney, made each episode feel very real. I was especially drawn to the chemistry between Cha Eun-kyung and rookie lawyer Han Yu-ri, played by Nam Ji-hyun. I was happy to see a 'woman's' drama after a long time."

She noted, "Dramas often focus heavily on romance or bromance, which can be disappointing. That’s why I was more attracted to this drama, and I’m thrilled with the positive outcome. I hope to see more unique stories like Dog's Story, which features an elderly man and his dog, so viewers can enjoy a wider variety of productions."

Jang Nara also revealed her struggles before joining Good Partner. "I was feeling low on confidence before the shoot. I recognized my flaws, and it sometimes felt overwhelming. But meeting Nam Ji-hyun changed that. Her performance during the script reading helped me figure out how to portray my character, Cha Eun-kyung. I started with the question, 'How can I make Han Yu-ri want to quit every day because of Cha Eun-kyung?'"

Reflecting on her past work, she shared, "My goal has always been to find scripts that let me show different sides of myself. People have often said I have a narrow acting range, but that made me want to adapt and show something new. Moving forward, I want to continue challenging myself."

Looking ahead, Jang Nara mentioned, "I plan to take a break and prepare for my next project. If I get the chance, I would love to try thrillers, occult themes, or historical dramas. There’s still so much I haven’t done yet!"

Jang Nara's ultimate goal as an actress is to "become happy." She reflected on her journey, saying, "Life has become a bit more relaxed, and I’ve learned to find happiness in my everyday life. In the past, I thought acting was the only way to express my value, but I realized I need to take care of myself, too. I’ve been working out to feel better."

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ITZY's Yuna opened up about her childhood, her school days, and even the surprising secret behind her perfectly shaped head in a fun and heartwarming video.

On April 30, Yuna appeared in a new video on the YouTube channel "You Nani Bit Ina", where she visited her old middle school. Standing in front of the building, Yuna smiled and said, “This is the middle school I went to when I was younger. Well, it was five years ago, so not that long ago.”

She shared a fun memory, saying, “I came back once after graduating because I kept in touch with one of the teachers. All the teachers came out to greet me, and the students were so excited!”

When asked if she was popular back in school, Yuna gave an honest and funny answer. “I don’t think there were any boys’ schools nearby. "

She added, "And when I was in elementary school, boys liked girls who were quiet, cute, and sweet. But I was loud and outgoing, so I wasn’t their type. Back then, boys didn’t really like girls who were too pretty—they preferred someone more plain and simple.”

Later in the video, while filming at a local snack shop, Yuna got a surprise visit from her mom. Shocked, Yuna asked, “Why did you come without saying anything?”

Her mom sweetly revealed that Yuna had always dreamed of being on TV. Yuna added, “I never thought I’d be an idol. I imagined maybe I’d be a show host, an announcer, or even a pretty comedian.”

When asked when she realized Yuna had grown up, her mom said, “After she debuted, she always asked me for feedback. But eventually, she started making her own choices, and that’s when I knew she had grown up. At first, I was even worried about her hand gestures and facial expressions.”

Yuna chimed in, “My mom used to tell me I was doing too much when she watched my fancams.” Her mom smiled and said, “Isn’t Yuna the prettiest when she’s natural? I think she’s slowly learning that on her own.”

Then came the cutest story of the day—Yuna talked about how her head shape became so perfect. “When I was a baby, my mom would lay me down at different angles to make my head round—like using a protractor.”

Yuna laughed. Her mom looked a bit embarrassed but admitted, “I tried that with my first child too, but I started too late—around two months after birth. With Yuna, I started right away.”

Yuna then proudly pointed to her head and said, “Mom’s touch!” making everyone laugh.

Fans were touched by Yuna’s honest and playful personality, and many praised the sweet bond between her and her mom.

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