Han Ji-min Delivers a Stirring Performance in ‘More Beautiful Than Heaven’

Actress Han Ji-min is leaving a deep impression on audiences with her compelling emotional performance in the JTBC drama More Beautiful Than Heaven. Portraying the mysterious and amnesiac character Somi, Han skillfully weaves intricate feelings into each episode, reinforcing the storyline with authenticity and nuance.

During a recent broadcast, Somi begins to believe she might be Yeong-ae, the daughter of Hae-sook (played by Kim Hye-ja), and the hopeful connection begins to grow emotionally. Han delicately expressed these shifting feelings, revealing the hidden fear, sense of loss, and yearning for acceptance behind Somi’s bright smile.

One unforgettable moment came when Somi says, “I’m sorry. I wish I really were Yeong-ae,” a line faint with vulnerability and desire for love. But the story plunges into darker territory when Hae-sook is dragged into the hell train, shifting the drama’s tone dramatically.

Han Ji-min then delivered an explosive performance as Somi screamed, “I’d rather go to hell in place of my boss!” — exposing the character’s desperation and pain. The emotional intensity reached its peak, solidifying Han’s ability to fully embody her role.

Later, the real Yeong-ae (played by Lee Jung-eun) appears, unraveling the web of mistaken identity. Somi’s apology on her knees to Hae-sook, paired with the line, “I just wish I had been truly loved by someone,” drew empathy and touched hearts across the audience.

Han Ji-min portrayed this moment with restrained tears and a solid voice, adding dimensionality to Somi’s narrative. The journey to restore her memory takes a turn as Somi finds a familiar image on a man’s clothing, unlocking a long-lost memory and signaling new twists ahead.

Her final gaze, filled with cutting anger, left viewers in suspense, anticipating the next episode’s revelations. Amid rapid plot shifts and emotional highs, Han Ji-min remains the steady axis of the story, using nuanced expressions, controlled emotions, and expressive eyes to breathe life into Somi.

With her natural portrayal across a broad emotional spectrum, Han stabilizes the show’s overall tone. As More Beautiful Than Heaven progresses, Han Ji-min’s evolving interpretation of Somi continues to elevate viewer expectation.

More Beautiful Than Heaven airs on JTBC every Saturday at 10:40 PM and Sunday at 10:30 PM.