Kim Go-eun's manager accidentally scratches Grand Prize trophy

Actress Kim Go-eun revealed a heart-stopping episode involving her Blue Dragon Series Awards Grand Prize trophy. Her manager, who has been by her side for a long time, accidentally dropped the precious trophy on the asphalt, causing a scratch. However, Kim Go-eun settled the situation with laughter, essentially trading the mishap for her own "mistake" during her acceptance speech. The anecdote highlights the deep trust between the star and her manager.

Recently, an interview with Kim Go-eun, the Grand Prize winner at the Blue Dragon Series Awards, was released on the official Blue Dragon Film Awards/Blue Dragon Series Awards YouTube channel. The video covers a wide range of topics, from her feelings after winning to memories of her debut work "Eungyo," her affection for the "Yumi's Cells" series that spanned five years, and the special episode involving her manager.

Kim Go-eun stated that this Grand Prize held more meaning than simply receiving a trophy. "While I am grateful for the award itself, I received so much congratulation from those around me that their sincerity felt even greater," she said.

In particular, her reunion with those who worked on her debut film "Eungyo" left a deep impression.

Kim Go-eun recalled meeting director Jung Ji-woo, Park Hae-il, and makeup director Song Jong-hee, saying, "The people who were with me at my beginning sincerely congratulated me." She noted that director Jung Ji-woo's words of "Thank you" felt especially meaningful.

For Kim Go-eun, who rose to prominence through the 2012 film "Eungyo," this Grand Prize is more than just a career milestone. Reconnecting with the people who first introduced her to the world as a rookie actress made this moment feel like her entire journey was converging into a single scene.

Another important pillar of Kim Go-eun's acting career is "Yumi's Cells."

Kim Go-eun also shared her honest feelings about concluding the "Yumi's Cells" series, which spanned five years. She mentioned that she did not initially expect it to continue until Season 3, but she wanted to provide a proper conclusion for the viewers who loved the work.

"Since Seasons 1 and 2 received such good reviews, the pressure was great, but I am glad the response on set was passionate," she said, adding, "The five years have remained as precious memories."

She also expressed her hope that more long-running series would be produced in Korea. She hopes for long-form narratives where actors and characters can grow over time, rather than a trend where single works are quickly consumed and forgotten.

However, the most human moment of the interview came from a different place: the Grand Prize trophy incident.

Kim Go-eun revealed that her manager accidentally dropped the trophy on the asphalt while moving it following the ceremony, resulting in a scratch on the precious award.

"My manager dropped the trophy on the asphalt, and it got scratched," she said.

It was a situation that could have turned serious, but Kim Go-eun's reaction was unexpectedly calm. This was because she felt she had her own "fault" to account for.

Kim Go-eun recalled that she failed to mention her long-time manager's name during her acceptance speech. Consequently, she told her manager, "I couldn't say your name in my speech, and you dropped the trophy, so let's call it even."

In a sense, the incident was resolved by the manager who caused the accident and the actress who felt apologetic, each taking responsibility for a mistake.

This anecdote is particularly touching because it reveals a relationship that goes beyond a simple "funny mishap." For a celebrity, a manager is not just a staff member managing schedules; they are a companion who witnesses an actor's entire career from the closest distance, accompanying them through filming sets, award ceremonies, and interviews.

Kim Go-eun expressed her gratitude for this bond, saying, "I am sincerely grateful to my manager who has been with me through all my works."

This attitude shows that she values their long-standing relationship more than a scratch on a trophy.

The composure Kim Go-eun showed in this interview is as significant as the win itself. While defining her current era as the most brilliant period of her life, she made it clear she would not be intoxicated by the moment.

"I think a lot about how I am passing through the most brilliant period of my life right now," she said.

There were times when she was not recognized, and moments of frustration when she felt her potential was not fully appreciated. Now, she is experiencing the highest form of praise with this Grand Prize. However, she is aware that an actor's career is not always an upward curve and that public interest can shift.

"I don't want to become complacent with good reviews," she said. "I want to approach my acting with unchanging sincerity so that I can endure even if there comes a time when I am not recognized."

This statement clarifies the meaning of her win. For Kim Go-eun, the award is not a destination but a milestone. From "Eungyo" to "Yumi's Cells," her journey has led to this Grand Prize, but she does not view the award as a guarantee of future success. Instead, she intends to maintain her professional attitude even while receiving such immense applause.

In this light, the small scratch on the trophy becomes a symbolic moment. Though the trophy is no longer perfect, Kim Go-eun did not make an issue of it. By trading her speech mistake for the manager's accident, she showed that what matters most is not the condition of the trophy, but the people standing beside her.

Behind the glamorous win, Kim Go-eun is surrounded by those who have been with her through it all: the director and senior actors from her debut, the colleagues who shared her character's journey for five years, and the manager who has been there for every project.

While a Grand Prize is recorded under one name, the process of reaching that moment involves the time and effort of many. Kim Go-eun noted that the most significant part of her win was the "sincerity" she felt. Being able to laugh and say "let's call it even" regarding a scratched trophy was only possible because of the deep trust built over many years.

Kim Go-eun believes she is passing through her most brilliant era. Yet, rather than focusing on the brilliance, she spoke of the strength to endure. The trophy may have a scratch, but the bond between the actress and her manager has gained another indelible mark.