Four years have passed since actress Kim Eul-bun, known for her role as Yoo Seung-ho's grandmother in the movie 'Homeward', passed away.
Kim Eul-bun died of age-related illness on April 17, 20201, at the age of 95.
According to the bereaved family, after the news of her passing was reported, Kim Eul-bun had been living in the home of her family in Seoul before she closed her eyes. The family noted, "After filming 'Homeward', she lived at her family's house in Seoul. She spent a happy and peaceful time before she left."
Kim Eul-bun gained fame by granting in the movie 'Homeward', released in April 2002. 'Homeward' tells the story of a 7-year-old mischievous boy, Sang-woo (Yoo Seung-ho), who comes to stay at his maternal grandmother's house in the countryside.
Having no prior acting experience, Kim Eul-bun portrayed a grandmother who could neither speak nor read, delivering a realistic performance. Her warm acting brought tears to many viewers, and 'Homeward' received much love, exceeding 4 million in cumulative attendance.
In particular, the 8-year-old child actor Yoo Seung-ho became a national grandson. Through 'Homeward', Kim Eul-bun was nominated for the oldest Best New Actress award at the Daechung Film Festival that year. However, as the attention became overwhelming, she moved her residence from the filming location and her hometown of Yeongdong, Chungbuk, to Seoul.
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