Kim Ki Ri and Moon Ji-in share maternity photos ahead of first child

Actor Moon Ji-in has shared the overwhelming joy of expectant parents by releasing maternity photoshoot images with her husband, Kim Ki Ri, ahead of her upcoming childbirth. Fans are offering continuous congratulations and support for the photos, which capture the excitement and tender love of the couple as they prepare to welcome the child they have long awaited.

On the 31st, Moon released several photos via her SNS with the caption, "A maternity photoshoot taken at the place where we used to go on dates every day."

In the released photos, Moon and Kim pose affectionately while wearing matching blue-toned *hanbok*. The couple displayed the comfortable atmosphere of a long-time partner, smiling brightly at each other and naturally holding hands.

This photoshoot is particularly meaningful as it goes beyond simple maternity portraits; it was shot in the very locations where the couple built their relationship.

"A very special photoshoot that my lovely younger siblings worked hard to take," Moon stated, adding, "Now, instead of two, we are becoming three and having a date at our place of memories."

She continued, "The park we walked in every day, the church where we worshipped together every week, and the restaurant and cafe we visited most often. Although we are no longer just two, I intend to cherish the happy times we had as a couple."

The message that their ordinary daily lives are evolving into precious memories for a family of three has touched many hearts.

In the photos, Kim did not hide his affection for his wife. He showed his excitement as a soon-to-be father by posing affectionately as if to kiss Moon on the cheek and by placing his ear against her belly to connect with the fetus.

Furthermore, in shots where he placed baby shoes on his head and made playful expressions, the anticipation and happiness of the couple waiting for their child was clearly visible.

Fans sent their congratulations, leaving comments such as "The two of you look so beautiful," "I can feel how much the baby will be loved," "I hope for a smooth delivery," and "It is such a blessing to be a family of three now."

Previously, Moon had opened up about the difficult journey leading to her pregnancy. Appearing on MBN's "Dongchimi," she revealed that she underwent IVF treatment for about a year, confessing, "I failed every month. I was more angry than sad. The process itself was harder than the failure."

She expressed her gratitude to her husband for enduring the hard times with her, saying, "If my husband hadn't been Kim Ki Ri, I wouldn't have been able to endure it."

Moon announced her pregnancy this past March, stating, "It feels like not long ago that we announced our marriage, but we are already in our third year of marriage and are now becoming a mom and dad. We met the baby again with earnest and tender hearts."

She expressed her deep love for the child, vowing, "I will do my best to be proper parents and build a healthy family."

Moon debuted as an SBS 11th open recruitment talent in 2009 and has continued her acting career in various works such as "Dr. Romantic," "Temperature of Love," "Kill Heel," and "The Lady in Play."

Her husband, Kim, debuted as a KBS 25th open recruitment comedian in 2010 and has expanded his career across variety shows, movies, and dramas.

The couple married in 2024 and are expecting their first child this coming August.

A new life has arrived after much waiting and effort. The maternity photoshoot released by Moon and Kim is more than just a collection of images; it is a special love story recording the beautiful moment a family transforms from two to three.