Actress Kim Tae Ri is set to make her debut in a variety show, marking a milestone in her 10-year career.
According to SPOTV News on September 23, Kim Tae Ri will star in the upcoming program 'After School Theater Club' (working title).
In the show, Kim Tae Ri takes on the role of a drama teacher at a rural elementary school, leading students through acting lessons. The program promises a heartwarming mix of laughter and touching moments, showcasing the passionate ‘acting teacher’ alongside her adorable and spirited students.
This marks Kim Tae Ri’s first fixed variety show appearance since her debut. Known for rarely appearing on variety programs, Kim Tae Ri reportedly decided to join after much consideration. Fans can expect a unique glimpse of both the “actress Kim Tae Ri” and the “person Kim Tae Ri” as she steps into the variety world for the first time in a decade.
A top actress in South Korea, Kim Tae Ri has excelled in genres ranging from romance and historical dramas to fantasy and thrillers. Her performance in 'Revenant,' written by acclaimed writer Kim Eun Hee, earned her the Grand Prize at the 'SBS Drama Awards,' cementing her status as one of the country’s leading actors.
Watching Kim Tae Ri collaborate with inexperienced yet earnest students to create a special theatrical performance is expected to deliver the same vivid enjoyment and deep emotional resonance as a well-crafted film.
Previously, through her vlog Is That Here?, Kim Tae Ri revealed her unpretentious and charming personality, sparking widespread requests from fans to see her on variety shows. Now, with her first official variety program, anticipation is high to see the transformation and warmth she will bring to 'After School Theater Club.'
Set to air on tvN in 2026, the program promises to highlight Kim Tae Ri’s dedication to acting in a completely new and heartwarming context.
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