On the 23rd, Ock Joo-hyun shared several photos on her Instagram with the caption, "Thanks to Spirited Away👍🏻🫶🏻 It's spring now🤍."
The photos reveal Ock Joo-hyun visiting the Seoul Arts Center to watch the musical 'Spirited Away.' She attended the final moments of the popular show, discreetly hidden behind sunglasses.
'Spirited Away' is based on the 2001 Japanese animated film by director Hayao Miyazaki. The story follows a 10-year-old girl, Chihiro, who stumbles into a forbidden 'world of gods' and encounters strange beings, embarking on a fantastical journey of growth. The musical opened on January 7 and concluded on the 22nd.
Meanwhile, Ock Joo-hyun has been performing in the musical 'Anna Karenina' since February 20. Directed by Alina Chevik, 'Anna Karenina' is based on the 1877 novel by Leo Tolstoy. It explores themes of love, infidelity, and moral conflict within the constraints of 19th-century Russian aristocracy.
Ock Joo-hyun has faced controversy over 'casting monopoly' in 'Anna Karenina.' The production company explained, "Due to various factors such as negotiations with the licensor, reduced total performances, and actors' schedules, the arrangement was challenging."
Reporter: Da-yeon Jeong, TenAsia light@tenasia.co.kr