Singing vs Acting? Jung Eunji Picks THIS As Career That Makes Her Happy
Cosmopolitan Korea released a brief interview video with APink member and actress Jung Eunji through its official YouTube channel.
The idol-actor talked about her career, her plans for the future and memorable experiences with her recent drama "Work Later, Drink Now."
Jung Eunji Shares Honest Thoughts About Being An Idol-Actress
On May 8, Jung Eunji's exclusive interview with Cosmopolitan Korea was uploaded on the official YouTube channel, much to fans' delight.
Jung Eunji talked about her packed schedule, saying that she just only found the time for herself after a hectic promotion. APink's new EP entitled "Self" received great reviews from fans, and even sold more than 45,000 copies worldwide.
In the interview, Jung Eunji was asked what makes her extremely happy between singing and acting. The "Work Later, Drink Now" star answers in a heartbeat, stating that singing comes first for her.
"They're so different when you think about it but singing came into my mind first," she said. "It's something I genuinely enjoy. Acting, on the other hand, is a career that challenges me a lot."
Jung Eunji reasoned that both careers both make her happy. However, singing on stage full of audiences is an experience she describes as "pure pleasure."
Despite starring in various dramas such as "Work Later, Drink Now," "Blind" and "Cheer Up," Jung Eunji revealed that she's still not used to seeing herself act on television, making everyone crack into laughter.
The idol-actress recently returned to the acting scene earlier this year with the second installment of her friendship drama "Work Later, Drink Now" with Han Sun Hwa, Lee Sun Bin and Choi Siwon.
Jung Eunji Debunks 'Hard Drinker' Rumors
After joining the cast of "Work Later, Drink Now," Jung Eunji's image drastically changed as many fans depicted her as a heavy drinker among other stars.
The TVING drama follows the stories of three best friends who find solace in one another and a cold glass of beer.
In the series, Jung Eunji plays the role of an origami YouTube personality whose drinking habits are out of this world. However, this isn't the same case in real life.
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Jung Eunji denied the rumors that she could drink five bottles of soju by herself. She said that she drinks very slowly and a bottle of alcohol is already enough to make her tipsy.
Regarding her best friends in the industry-besides APink-she chooses Lee Sun Bin and Han Sun Hwa whom she worked with in the seasonal TVING drama.
Because they were all around the same age, they didn't have any dull moments with one another. Jung Eunji had a lot of fun filming together.
At the end of the episode, she expressed her affection for the two, saying that she misses her co-stars a lot.
Jung Eunji To Headline New Drama 'Genie, Earth'
Earlier this year, broadcast network JTBC confirmed Jung Eunji's participation in the upcoming series "Genie, Earth" opposite Lee Sang Yeop.
It's a fantasy dramedy that depicts the life of a former prosecutor who becomes a superhero after being exposed to alien substances.
Lee Sang Yeop plays Oh Kyu Tae, a prosecutor whose life changes one day after communicating with an unknown being. Jung Eunji takes on the role of a special forces counterterrorism unit instructor who helps Oh Kyu Tae to save the world.
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Attention is focused on what kind of chemistry the two will show in their first ever project together. Stay tuned for more updates on the cast and drama premiere!
