Kim Sa-rang turns heads with bold look, comedic timing on 'SNL Korea'

Show host Shin Dong-yup, left, and actor Kim Sa-rang appear in Season 7 of "SNL Korea." Courtesy of Coupang Play

Actor Kim Sa-rang, who was crowned the winner of the Miss Korea 2000 pageant, is drawing attention for her flawless appearance. Now in her late 40s, she continues to impress with her youthful figure and radiant skin, rivaling that of someone in their twenties.

Kim appeared as the fourth host of Coupang Play’s comedy show "SNL Korea" Season 7 on Saturday, marking her return to variety shows after a four-year hiatus following the conclusion of the 2021 TV Chosun drama "The Goddess of Revenge."

Kim made a striking entrance in a white tube top dress that showcased her neckline. With her signature long hair and slender figure, she left fellow cast members Kwon Hyuk-soo and Kim Min-kyo visibly stunned.

As the audience erupted in cheers, show host Shin Dong-yup joked, "It feels like a military base here today. It’s been a long time since we’ve seen such a delightful face. Just hearing her name makes my heart flutter."

Expressing her emotions, Kim said, "I have not been very active for a while, so it is unbelievable to see so many people welcoming me. I am truly grateful."

Kim’s fearless performances continued throughout the show. In a parody of the film "Substance," she played an aerobics instructor who, after being fired, transforms into a goddess-like figure thanks to a miraculous youth serum that works for 24 hours.

Actor Kim Sa-rang appears in Season 7 of "SNL Korea." Courtesy of Coupang Play

Teaming up with Jung Yi-rang in a dual role, Kim delivered bold R-rated lines with sharp comedic timing, evoking laughter in contrast to her innocent appearance. She also showcased her ageless beauty by effortlessly pulling off a school uniform and pigtail hairstyle.

The show also recreated a legendary internet meme from Kim’s past. The skit referenced her 2005 birthday party, where a small table set up by a few male fans became a long-standing joke online. Reenacting the scene, Kim quipped, "Today’s fan meeting — absolutely no photos on the internet," eliciting more laughter.

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.