The stars of the hit Korean drama Confidence Queen have shared their personal farewells and heartfelt thoughts about the show just before its final episode aired on October 12, 2025. After a nine-month filming journey, lead actors Park Min Young, Park Hee Soon, and Joo Jong Hyuk expressed their gratitude and reflected on their experience bringing the story of three con artists to life.
Park Min Young’s Farewell to Her Character
Park Min Young, who played the genius con artist Yoon Yi Rang, shared a thoughtful message about her long connection to the project. She revealed the deep bond she formed with the drama over the extensive filming period.
“Because we painstakingly filmed the drama for nine long months, I think I became even more attached to it,” Park Min Young commented. She added, “I wish I could have done a better job. However, I wore a lot of different outfits and made many transformations for this role, and I think that I did everything that I could as an actress without regrets, so I feel satisfied.”
She also spoke directly to her character, Yoon Yi Rang, acknowledging the challenges of the role. She expressed hope for Yi Rang’s future, stating, “Yi Rang worked so hard. I hope that you can make a fresh start after casting aside your trauma.” The actress concluded by thanking the viewers, saying, “I’m deeply grateful to the viewers who gave the show their love.”
Park Hee Soon on a Challenging Yet Rewarding Journey
Park Hee Soon, who played the veteran con man James, described the nine-month filming process as a fun but challenging journey that was ultimately very rewarding. He highlighted the unique experience of playing multiple characters within the show.
“We’re finally wrapping up a long journey of nine months that was so much fun, and even though it was challenging, it was also rewarding,” Park Hee Soon remarked. “Because I played so many different characters, nine months zoomed by in the blink of an eye. Each and every moment in which the three musketeers came together and punished evil was really fun, exhilarating, and joyful.”
He ended his message with a simple thank you to the audience that supported the show.
Joo Jong Hyuk’s Emotional Final Thoughts
Joo Jong Hyuk, who portrayed the youngest team member Myung Gu-ho, shared that the reality of the series ending had not yet sunk in for him. He looked back fondly on his time working on the show.
“Honestly, it hasn’t kicked in yet that we’re already at the last episode. Looking back on all of our fun moments and hard work, I think I’ll miss [the drama] a lot,” Joo Jong Hyuk shared.
He also expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play different roles, noting, “I worked really hard and did my best to play the different roles and characters. I’m so thankful that you looked kindly on my efforts.”
A Look Back at the Confidence Queen Story
Confidence Queen is a Korean adaptation of the Japanese drama Confidence Man JP. The series, which premiered on Amazon Prime Video, followed three con artists with different backgrounds: Yoon Yi Rang, a genius with an IQ of 165; James, a veteran trickster; and Myung Gu-ho, the sincere rookie. Together, they executed elaborate scams to expose corruption among Korea’s elite and take down powerful villains, driven by a shared personal trauma from their past.
The finale wrapped up the main revenge plot against the primary antagonist, Kang Yo-seop, the businessman responsible for the childhood trauma that shaped both Yi Rang and Gu-ho’s lives. The 12-episode series was noted for its blend of crime, comedy, and emotional storytelling, with Park Min Young’s character showcasing over 30 different disguises throughout the season.
The final episode of Confidence Queen aired in Korea on TV Chosun at 10:30 p.m. KST on October 12 and is available for global audiences to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
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