Park Shin-hye’s Mother Reveals the Emotional Cost of Watching Her Daughter Act

Park Shin-hye’s on-screen dedication is well known, but behind the scenes, her family has been quietly sharing the emotional weight of her performances.

A Mother Who Can’t Watch in Silence

On the January 30 broadcast of SBS’s variety show My Overly Strict Manager Secretary Team, Park Shin-hye appeared as the program’s 16th featured “My Star.” During the episode, her mother made a heartfelt confession that moved both the cast and viewers.

“When my daughter has scenes where she gets slapped, I can’t watch,” she said. “I go to the bathroom and cry before coming back out.”
Her words offered a rare glimpse into the emotional reality of being a parent to an actor who fully immerses herself in intense roles.

From Lighthearted Teasing to Genuine Care

The episode followed Park Shin-hye through a packed schedule that included a photoshoot and her agency’s New Year gathering. The cast initially kept things playful, greeting her with jokes like “You’re getting older now” and “You’re just a strong market vendor,” setting a relaxed tone.

But the mood quickly shifted when Park Shin-hye, who was recovering from a cold, began showing signs of physical strain during filming. The team immediately stepped in checking her condition, arranging medical care, and even providing bedside support. It marked the first time on the show that the staff had to care for a guest’s health so directly.

Family, Food, and Quiet Strength

After completing the photoshoot and regaining her strength, Park Shin-hye headed to her agency’s New Year dinner, where she showed off her down-to-earth charm by expertly grilling tripe earning smiles as the “meat restaurant’s youngest daughter.”

Her parents were also present, turning the gathering into a warm family moment. It was there that her mother’s emotional confession surfaced, reminding everyone that while Park Shin-hye’s performances may look effortless on screen, they come with unseen sacrifices felt most deeply by those closest to her.

A Reminder Behind the Spotlight

The episode highlighted not just Park Shin-hye’s professionalism, but also the quiet resilience of her family—especially a mother who supports her daughter’s career even when it hurts to watch.

The episode airs on January 30 at 11:10 p.m. KST on SBS.