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Becoming Frida

Kim Hieora performs in the musical "Frida" at Coex Shinhan Artium in Gangnam District, southern Seoul, on Thursday. Inspired by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo (1907-1954), the musical depicts the artist's tumultuous life using a television talk show format where she is the main guest. Actors Kim Hieora, Kim So-hyang and ALi alternate in the role of Frida. The musical runs through Oct. 15. [YONHAP]

BY LEE JIAN. [lee.jian@joongang.co.kr]