Uhm Jung-hwa's Dramatic Transformation for Her Acting Comeback in 'My Precious Star'

After a two-year hiatus, actress Uhm Jung-hwa makes a striking return to the screen with a dramatic transformation.

On the 18th, the YouTube channel 'Studio Genie' released a video titled '[My Precious Star] Script Reading Making | The Shining Acting Tiki-Taka of Precious (Positive) Actors'.

Uhm Jung-hwa takes on the role of 'Bong Cheong-ja', a top star of 25 years who loses her memory, showcasing a significant change in both emotion and appearance.

When asked by the production team about her transformation for the role, she revealed, "I went through a lot of changes. I gained a lot of weight and completely changed my hairstyle," adding, "I think viewers will enjoy seeing this unfamiliar look."
Uhm Jung-hwa's Dramatic Transformation for Her Acting Comeback in 'My Precious Star'

At 55, Uhm Jung-hwa captivates fans with her new look as she returns in the drama 'My Precious Star', having gained weight and boldly changed her hairstyle.

The drama 'My Precious Star' is a tear-jerking, time-flying romantic comedy about South Korea's top star who suddenly becomes an ordinary middle-aged woman.

The Genie TV original drama 'My Precious Star' premieres on August 18 at 10 PM on channel ENA and will be exclusively available as free VOD on KT Genie TV every Monday and Tuesday night right after the broadcast.