Park Gyu Young reveals extreme diet secrets, stirs debate over body image standards.
Actress Park Gyu Young, known for her roles in hit K-Dramas like Sweet Home and Squid Game, opened up about her intense dieting journey, igniting discussions on body image in the industry.
During a recent appearance on Park Na Rae’s YouTube channel on September 24, she candidly admitted that she weighed about 15kg more during her school days.
“I wanted to wear nice clothes and look more defined on screen, so I went on a diet,” she stated, shedding light on the pressure to maintain a certain figure post-debut.
After her stint at Yonsei University, where she caught the attention of JYP Entertainment, Park committed to rigorous diet and workout routines. As a self-proclaimed fitness enthusiast, she revealed her current regimen includes skipping breakfast in favor of coffee and hitting the gym for weight training.
Park’s dedication has visibly transformed her physique, especially in her role as a killer in SBS’s upcoming show Queen Mantis, where she had to enhance her back and shoulder muscles.
The actress also recently shared her close friendship with ASTRO‘s Cha Eunwoo, drawing even more attention to her life in the spotlight.
Stay tuned for more updates on Park Gyu Young’s journey in the K-Drama scene!
