My Demon, a highly anticipated Korean drama, recently unveiled its first two episodes over the weekend. The romantic comedy fantasy, featuring Song Kang and Kim Yoo-jung in lead roles, delves into the intriguing concept of a contract marriage between Do Do-hee, a wealthy chaebol heiress, and Jung Gu-won, a demon.
As we stepped into this week's episode, we were introduced to the character Do Do-hee, portrayed by Kim Yoo-Jung, who embodies traits of fashion, sass, and a hint of devilish charm. As the affluent CEO of Mirae F&B, Do Do-hee was adopted by Joo Cheon-sook (Kim Hae-sook), the chairwoman of Mirae Group, following the untimely demise of her parents at the age of 11. Given her non-biological connection to the Mirae group, she finds herself surrounded by adversaries. The on-screen synergy and impeccable comedic timing between Kim Yoo-jung's character and Song Kang's Gu-won are truly captivating.
As we eagerly await the unfolding of the plot in the upcoming episodes, let's explore five other movies and Korean dramas showcasing Kim Yoo-jung's talent.
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The Moon Embracing the Sun
Starring Kim Soo-Hyun and Han Ga-in, The Moon Embracing the Sun is one of the most popular Korean fantasy historical dramas based on the novel of the same name written by Jung Eun-Gwol. The Moon Embracing the Sun tells of a poignant love story between a fictional king of the Joseon Dynasty and a female shaman, entwined with the complexities of political struggles and conspiracies among competing powers.
In The Moon Embracing the Sun, Kim Yoo-jung took on the role of young Yeon-woo, destined to become Wol. Her performance as the character was widely praised, adding depth to the emotional resonance of the drama. In her portrayal of young Yeon-woo, Kim Yoo-jung skillfully conveyed the character's innocence, warmth, and resilience. The chemistry she shared with Yeo Jin-goo, who portrayed the young crown prince, laid the groundwork for the poignant love story that unfolds later in the series. Recognizing her compelling portrayal in the series, Kim Yoo Jung earned well-deserved recognition with two Baeksang Award nominations in the categories of Best New Actress — Television and Most Popular Actress — Television.
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Love in the Moonlight
In her first adult leading role, Kim Yoo-jung starred in the saeguk drama Love in the Moonlight, also known as Moonlight Drawn by Clouds, alongside Park Bo-gum.
The storyline unfolds in the Joseon Dynasty, revolving around Hong Ra-on, a young woman who adopts a male disguise to earn a living as a relationship counselor. Her unexpected transformation into a eunuch within the palace leads her to become a confidante to Crown Prince Lee Yeong, portrayed by Park Bo-gum. As they navigate the intricate dynamics of the palace and political intrigues, a gradual evolution of feelings ensues between Ra-on and the crown prince.
Kim Yoo-jung received acclaim for her portrayal of Hong Ra-on, praised for her charisma, wit, and emotional depth. She skillfully depicted the challenges faced by her character, manoeuvring through the traditionally male-dominated environment of the palace while concealing her true identity. The on-screen chemistry between Kim Yoo-jung and Park Bo-gum emerged as a standout element leading fans into the Moonlight Syndrome. For her performance, Kim Yoo-jung took home the Baeksang Award for Most Popular Actress — Television.
Clean With Passion for Now
Kim Yoo-Jung showcases her comedic timing in another unconventional love tale, Clean with Passion for Now. This romantic comedy K-drama revolves around the relationship between Jang Seon-kyul (Yoon Kyun-sang), the CEO of a cleaning company with a fixation on cleanliness, and Gil Oh-sol (Kim Yoo-jung), his newly hired and untidy employee. Despite being complete opposites, as time progresses, the reserved Seon-kyul confronts his mysophobia with the carefree Oh-sol's assistance, leading to a blossoming love between them. The delightful chemistry between Yoon Kyun-sang and Kim Yoo-Jung significantly enhances the emotional narrative of the series.
Lovers of the Red Sky
Lovers of the Red Sky is a historical fantasy adapted from Jung Eun-gwol's novel of the same name. The narrative explores the mysterious love story of Hong Cheon-gi, skillfully portrayed by Kim Yoo-jung, the sole female artist in the Joseon dynasty, born blind but granted the miraculous gift of sight. Accompanying her is Ha Ram, played by Ahn Hyo-seop, a blind astrologer with the unique ability to interpret celestial bodies despite losing his eyesight in a mysterious childhood incident.
The enthralling connection between Yoo-jung and Hyo-seop takes centre stage in this intriguing series. The duo's outstanding chemistry earned them the Best Couple Award at the 2021 SBS Drama Awards, with Yoo-jung receiving the Top Excellence Award for her performance as Hong Cheon-gi in the Miniseries Genre/Fantasy Drama category.
20th Century Girl
Starring Kim Yoo-jung, Byeon Woo-seok, Park Jung-woo, and Roh Yoon-seo, 20th Century Girl is a Korean film that captures the essence of first love and the bonds of companionship against the backdrop of the year 1999.
Set in 1999, the story revolves around Na Bo-ra, a compassionate 17-year-old with remarkable taekwondo skills and a vibrant personality, who promises her best friend Kim Yeon-du (Roh Yoon-seo), that she will keep tabs on her crush Baek Hyun-jin (Park Jung-woo) while she gets her heart surgery in the US. Devotedly standing by her unwell friend, Bo-ra employs imaginative, albeit occasionally eccentric, methods to uncover details about Hyun-jin. She diligently sends Yeon-du updates on everything she learns, ranging from his shoe size to his best friend's home address. However, the plot takes an unforeseen twist when Bo-ra, experiencing the unfamiliar sensation of falling deeply for a boy, realizes that Poong Woon-ho (Byeon Woo-seok), Hyun-jin's considerate and closest friend, is the one capturing her heart. As Yeon-doo finally makes her return, Bo-ra finds herself ill-prepared for the surprises that lie ahead.
Kim Yoo-Jung delivers a compelling and charming performance as Bo-ra. In numerous seemingly inconspicuous yet occasionally poignant moments, her character remains unaware of the profound significance of her experiences.
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