"Joo Jae-hyun's daughter? No. I’m actress Jo Hye-jung…" A confident lead
Actress Jo Hye-jung has stood on the global stage with her own name, no longer referred to as "Joo Jae-hyun's daughter."
Actress Jo Hye-jung recently walked the pink carpet in France as the lead actress in the officially invited drama "Fasting Love" at the 8th Cannes International Series Festival.
"Fasting Love" is a story about a young person with dreams of becoming a singer entering a fasting center, and Jo Hye-jung played the role of the virtual singer "Jisoo," leading the central narrative. During the event, which was the global premiere, Jo Hye-jung drew attention from international media and fans with her fluent English interview and French greetings.
In particular, cheers from overseas fans in their teens and twenties continued, and immediately after the screening, there was applause and requests for autographs. According to those at the scene, "Jo Hye-jung was not just recognized for her acting, but proved her presence as a lead actress by actively communicating with overseas fans."
In an interview, Jo Hye-jung said, "Being invited to the Cannes Series Festival feels like a dream. It reminds me of the time I endured through numerous auditions and trials," and added, "Now I want to be called by my name. I will work even harder to be acknowledged just for my acting." She continued the interview in fluent English and also engaged with local audiences in French, further attracting attention.
Jo Hye-jung, once noted as actress Joo Jae-hyun's daughter, had to continue her activities amid uncomfortable gazes following her father's controversy. However, with this invitation to the Cannes Series, she has shed the label and proven her own career.
Jo Hye-jung is reportedly cautiously discussing her entry into the global OTT market due to this festival. Expectations are rising for the second act she has started again with sincere acting and authenticity.
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