200 Pounds Beauty

Hana is a talented and popular ghost singer for a famous pop singer. Despite her vocal prowess, Hana is severely overweight and insecure about her appearance, hiding her true self from the world. After a humiliating incident and realizing her unrequited love is oblivious to her, she undergoes extreme plastic surgery to become a stunning beauty. Renamed Jenny, she attempts to pursue a singing career on her own terms.

200 Pounds Beauty was a commercial success in South Korea, resonating with audiences for its blend of humor, heart, and musical numbers. Critics praised its entertaining story and the lead actress's performance, though some noted the film's exploration of beauty standards and plastic surgery could be seen as somewhat superficial.

• A charming and entertaining romantic comedy with strong musical elements.

• Praised for its humorous portrayal of body image issues and a heartwarming transformation.

• The lead actress delivers a memorable performance, carrying the film with charisma.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film, highlighting its humor, compelling storyline, and the emotional journey of the protagonist. Many found it to be a feel-good movie with good music and a satisfying conclusion.

Won 'Popularity Award' (Actress) at the Blue Dragon Film Awards for Kim Ah-jung.

The film was a massive box office success in South Korea, becoming one of the highest-grossing romantic comedies of its time and solidifying Kim Ah-jung's status as a star.