Kang Ye Won shares new look after immigration issues

“My face looked different from my passport photo, so I was even blocked at immigration... but this time, my vibe has changed again.” Actress Kang Ye Won has drawn attention once more to her changing appearance as she shared recent photos showcasing a much more slender look.

On the 29th, Kang Ye Won posted photos on her SNS with the caption, “I did atense. For me to be able to shine sparklingly again today.” In the photos, she poses leaning against stairs, creating a comfortable yet sophisticated atmosphere by pairing long straight hair with an oversized knit and black biker pants.

What particularly caught the eye was her overall slimmer silhouette. Her legs, revealed under the short pants, appear thinner, and the addition of a lighter atmosphere than before has drawn significant interest from fans. Because she recently spoke candidly about the changes in her appearance, eyes naturally turned toward her latest update.

Kang Ye Won previously confessed through YouTube and various broadcasts that she has undergone eye plastic surgery several times. She revealed, “I think I’ve done it about 6 to 7 times,” and explained that she had restored a previous epicanthoplasty. Following the restoration, she expressed satisfaction with her changed eye shape, stating, “This is my original face.”

An anecdote she shared following her plastic surgery confession became even more talked about: due to the difference between her past passport photo and her current face, she was unable to pass through automated immigration in Japan and China. At the time, Kang Ye Won laughed it off, saying, “I think they think my old face and my current face are different. It’s my own fault, so who else can I blame?”

Ultimately, after returning to South Korea, she had to have a new passport issued to match her current face. Rather than hiding her plastic surgery, her honest attitude—disclosing everything from her multiple surgical experiences to the immigration episode—actually garnered more attention.

Kang Ye Won, who debuted in the 2001 SBS sitcom “Honey Honey,” has been active across films and dramas such as “Miracle on 1st Street,” “Haeundae,” “Quick,” and “Harmony.” Having directly explained her facial changes through her plastic surgery confession, she is now receiving renewed interest by sharing her recent life with a completely different style and vibe.