Kim Da-mi Reveals the Intricacies of Her Role in ‘Nine Puzzles’

On October 5th, in a cozy café in Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, we sat down with Kim Da-mi, the actress from the Disney+ original series, ‘Nine Puzzles’, to discuss her role and experiences.

The Show’s Concept

‘Nine Puzzles’ is a gripping mystery thriller centered around ‘E-na’, a key witness and current profiler of an unsolved case from a decade ago. Alongside Kim Han-saem, the persistent detective who suspects her, they unravel the secrets behind a string of serial murders linked by mysterious puzzle pieces. The show has become the second most-watched Korean content on Disney+, following ‘Moving’.

Kim Da-mi’s Insights

Kim expressed her excitement and gratitude, feeling the love from the audience: “I was thrilled by the response, especially with so many inquiries about the tiniest details, from nail polish colors to the underlying meanings of dialogues.”

Developing the Character

Portraying Yoon E-na, a suspect and seasoned profiler, required showcasing a previously unseen aspect:

– Emotionally Complex: Kim aimed to convey E-na’s ambiguity and her struggles with partial amnesia.

– Collaboration with Director: Worked closely on subtle eye movements and the portrayal of behavior.

Kim acknowledged initial concerns about the character’s ethereal quality, deciding to lower her tone during profiling scenes to find balance, as guided by the director, who prioritized narrative clarity.

Unique Character Traits

Kim infused rhythm into her lines, emphasizing the character’s unique verbal cadence and comic-like nature, explaining:

– Not a Sociopath: Despite exceptional intelligence and focus, she believed in E-na’s sociability and empathy towards teammates.

Audience Perception and Challenges

– Kim anticipated mixed reactions to E-na’s unconventional high-pitched character.

– During emotionally intense scenes, especially consulting Seung-joo, E-na‘s vulnerabilities surfaced, enhancing relatability.

Despite concerns about audience connection, Kim viewed the character’s emotional disengagement as a defining feature.

Conclusion

Kim Da-mi’s portrayal of Yoon E-na showcases how character uniqueness can richly impact narrative depth in thrilling series like ‘Nine Puzzles’.

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