She has been in the spotlight on hit TV shows and appeared in critically acclaimed films. unlock, Jung Woo-hee has had a promising career in Korean entertainment.
Jung made her debut in a small role in the 2004 romantic comedy Sacred Lovehas had numerous box office successes over the years. Some of the most popular and award-winning Korean films starring Chun Woo-hee include: Han Gong-ju (2011), Lament (2016), Maggie (2018) and unlock (2023).
Not to forget, Jung is also popular in a number of hit TV shows, including the 2024 K-drama. 8 Show and Atypical family. The former, co-starring Korean sensation Ryu Jun-yeol, will be reminiscent of the cult Korean survival series. Squid game. Director Han Jae-rim, 8 Show Based on Bae Jin-soo’s popular webtoon Money gamesMeanwhile, the number of views exceeded 1.5 million, and the viewing time exceeded 9.8 million hours. Atypical families It is included in Netflix’s global top 10 non-English TV shows list.
He talks about the challenges he faced while playing the role of 8th Floor. 8 ShowJung Woo-hee revealed this in a media interview. K Vibe“The show portrays social reality in a humorous and critical way, with themes of absolute time and relative money. I usually empathize deeply with the characters I play, but The 8th Floor was the complete opposite for me. I approached the show with simple curiosity, and then faced many challenges in interpreting and playing the role.”
Jung Woo Hee’s best movies and TV shows worth adding to your watchlist
director: Lee Su-jin
Other stars: Jung In-sung, Kim So-yeon, Choi Young-jun
Approximate film length: 2 hr 50 min
Synopsis: A horrific incident leaves 17-year-old Han Gong-ju (Jung) scarred, and she is quickly transferred to another school in a remote town. As Gong-ju seeks a new life and her love of singing, a scandalous video featuring her goes viral. Will this incident change Gong-ju’s life forever?
trivia: Director Jung Woo-hee received widespread critical praise for the film, whose script was inspired by a true crime case, centering on the horrific Miryang gang rape case that took place in South Korea in 2004. The film also had a special premiere at the 2013 Busan International Film Festival, where it won two awards, the CGV Film Collage Award and the Citizen Critics Award.
director: Na Hong-jin
Other stars: Kwak Do-won, Hwang Jung-min, Jun Kunimura
Approximate film length: 2 hr 36 min
Synopsis: After the arrival of a mysterious Japanese man (Kunimura Iku), the village is struck by an unknown disease. Police officer Jong-gu (Kwak Sung) becomes embroiled in the case after his daughter disappears, and decides to solve the mystery of the disease’s origins.
triviaConsidered a masterpiece of Korean horror. Lament The film premiered out of competition at the Cannes Film Festival on May 18, 2016.
director: Lee Ok Seop
Other stars: Koo Kyo-hwan, Lee Joo-young, Moon So-ri
Approximate film length: 1 hr 29 min
Synopsis: When a risqué X-ray is discovered at a Seoul hospital, chaos ensues. The staff soon begin to suspect young nurse Yeo Yun-young (Lee) and her boyfriend Sung-woong (Ku). Realizing that no one believes them, the two decide to prove their innocence themselves.
trivia: Jung Woo-hee plays the lead role in the film, provides the voice of the pet catfish, and also serves as the film’s narrator.
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A Delightful Deception (2023)
director: Ki Soo Hyun
Other stars: Kim Dong-wook, Yoon Park, Seo-jin
episode: 16
Duration per episode: 1 hr 10 min
Synopsis: Lee Ro-moo (Jung) is a handsome conman who made a fortune through fraudulent means. Han Moo-young (Kim) is an honest lawyer who ensures his clients get the justice they deserve. What happens when these opposites meet and become entangled in each other’s lives?
director: Kim Tae-jun
Other stars: Im Si-wan, Kim Hee-won, Kim Ye-won, Park Ho-san
Approximate film length: 1 hr 57 min
Synopsis: Na-mi (Hee) is an ordinary employee at a startup company. One day, an anonymous person spots her on the bus and starts stalking her. He soon assumes the identity of a mobile phone carrier to get hold of Na-mi’s smartphone, and later hacks it. Detective Ji-man (Kim) is put in charge of the case, and during the investigation, he finds a crucial clue that points to her son Jun-young (Lim) as the culprit.
trivia: unlock is a Korean film adaptation of the bestselling Japanese novel of the same name by author Teshigawara Akira.
director: Han Jae Rim
Other stars: Ryu Jun-yeol, Park Jung-min
episode: 8
Duration per episode: 52 min
Synopsis: Eight people in need of financial assistance take part in Korean reality show Money gamesHere, they are locked in a studio room for 100 days. The survivor will be awarded a prize of 44.8 billion won. However, it seems difficult to survive on the show, as basic necessities such as food and water are 1000 times the normal price.
Read Review 8 Show here
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Atypical Family (2024)
director: Cho Hyung-taek
Other stars: Jang Ki-yeon, Claudia Kim, Go Doo-shim, Kim Soo-hyun
episode: 12
Duration per episode: 1 hr 10 min
Synopsis: Bok Gwi-ju (Jang) is born with the power to time travel. However, the conventions of modern society cause him to fall into depression and lose his special ability. One day, he meets the mysterious Do Da-hae (Jung) and they are instantly attracted to each other. As the two spend time together, Gwi-ju becomes convinced that Da-hae is the one who can cure him and help him regain his superpowers.
(Main character and feature image courtesy of Chun Woo Hee/Instagram)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
– Which is the best drama starring Jung Woo Hee?
Jung Woo Hee’s best dramas include: A fun liar and an atypical family and 8 shows.
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