Seo Soo-min shines in 'Agent Kim Reactivated' debut

Actress Seo Soo-min has emerged as a next-generation rising star, completing a successful television debut through the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Agent Kim Reactivated.'

Capturing viewers' attention with stable acting skills and delicate emotional expression—so impressive it is hard to believe it is her first drama—Seo played the role of Kim Minji, the daughter of the protagonist Agent Kim (played by So Ji-sub), providing the emotional core of the series.

'Agent Kim Reactivated' is a revenge action drama depicting an ordinary father diving into a dangerous world to protect his only daughter. Amidst the flashy action and tense development, the most powerful driving force of the work was ultimately the family narrative of 'father and daughter.' At the center of that was Minji, played by Seo.

In the drama, Minji was not merely an object to be saved. She was the reason Agent Kim fought risking everything, and the anchor that prevented him from losing his humanity. Seo persuasively expressed complex emotions, ranging from the typical rebellion and anxiety of an adolescent girl to the resentment and love toward her father, as well as the fear and survival instincts felt during the extreme situation of a kidnapping.

In particular, the father-daughter chemistry she shared with So Ji-sub was one of the greatest emotional resonances of the work. In scenes where they conveyed their hearts through glances rather than words, Seo showed a level of focus and depth unexpected for a rookie. In the reunion scene between Agent Kim and Minji, she received praise from viewers for her delicate portrayal of exploding misunderstandings, longing, and apologies.

While taking on a lead-level character in her first work could have been a heavy burden, Seo maintained the balance of the drama by steadily handling her role. Her deepening gaze and natural emotional acting as the episodes progressed have left viewers eager to see her future growth.

Behind-the-scenes photos released through her agency, Y1 Entertainment, also captured Seo's bright energy. In contrast to her tense portrayal of Minji on set, her bright smile while holding bouquets and cakes captured the excitement of a rookie actress who has successfully completed her first major project.

Seo shared her thoughts upon the conclusion of the drama, saying, "I am sincerely grateful to everyone who loved 'Agent Kim Reactivated' and Minji. Since it was my first drama, I still can't believe I achieved such good results, and I am so happy."

She continued, "Because it was my first time, there were many difficult moments, but thanks to the guidance of the director, seniors, and staff, I was able to film enjoyably. I will strive to become an actress who shows a more grown version of herself in the future."

'Agent Kim Reactivated' left a meaningful legacy of discovering a new face alongside the heavy presence of veteran actor So Ji-sub. Among them, Seo demonstrated immense potential by making her mark in just a single work.

As the rookie who persuasively portrayed the most important person driving a father's love, all eyes are now on Seo Soo-min's next move.