Actress Jo Yeo-jeong has been cast in the Coupang Play original series 'The Affair is Not the Problem Right Now'. With previous news of Kim Hye-soo's involvement, there is growing interest in whether the two will collaborate in this project. This series is produced by Firstman Studio, established by director Hwang Dong-hyuk in 2022, following the global success of 'Squid Game' Seasons 2 and 3, raising high expectations.
According to TenAsia's report on the 19th, Jo Yeo-jeong is currently considering the offer to star in 'The Affair is Not the Problem Right Now'. The series is a thriller about a wife who, while tracking her husband's affair, becomes entangled in an unexpected incident. It aims to portray the tension-filled journey of how human desires and distrust lead to catastrophe, beyond the simple theme of infidelity.
Recently, Jo Yeo-jeong played a veteran journalist eager for a scoop in the film 'Murder Report', working alongside Jung Sung-il. She previously proved her box office power with 'Zombie Daughter', which attracted 5.5 million viewers. Jo Yeo-jeong debuted as a model for Ceci in 1997 and began her acting career in the SBS sitcom 'How Are You' the following year, marking her 28th year in the industry. As a Blue Dragon Film Award Best Actress winner for 'Parasite', she continues to expand her range with exceptional acting skills and character interpretation across genres. She is also set to appear in 'Possible Love' and 'Made in Korea'.
Kim Hye-soo, who is likely to co-star, has established herself as a leading actress in Korea with powerful roles in films like 'Tazza: The High Rollers' (2006), 'The Thieves' (2012), and 'The Face Reader' (2013). With over 30 years of significant filmography across both film and television, the potential collaboration with Jo Yeo-jeong is drawing significant attention.
An industry insider stated, "The fact that these two actors, who have established their own realms over decades, are working together in one project is highly anticipated. The synergy between Kim Hye-soo's unique charisma and Jo Yeo-jeong's meticulous character interpretation is expected to be powerful." They added, "Both have proven their unparalleled presence in their respective fields over a long time, giving this project a distinct weight."
Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr