It’s not every day that a newcomer captivates both the screen and the audience before her first major drama even airs but that’s exactly what Hong Soo-joo has done. A graduate of Yonsei University’s Department of Aviation Service, Hong has been making waves not just as an actress, but also as a model known for her effortlessly elegant visuals and calm charisma. Recently, fans finally got a behind-the-scenes look at how she landed her most talked-about role yet.
At the production presentation for The Moon Flows Through Lee Kang-dal, held at MBC Sangam’s Golden Mouse Hall, the spotlight wasn’t only on the star-studded lineup Kang Tae-oh, Kim Se-jeong, Lee Shin-young, Jin Goo but also on the fascinating casting process revealed by PD Lee Dong-hyun. The drama, a romantic fantasy set in the Joseon era, tells the story of a prince who loses his smile and a wealthy man who loses his memory two souls mysteriously intertwined by fate.
When asked about how the cast came together, PD Lee shared that Kang Tae-oh and Kim Se-jeong were the perfect fit from the very beginning. “Their looks, energy, and acting matched the script so naturally,” he said. “Their facial features even resemble each other, which helped express the story’s hidden secret beautifully.”
But it was Hong Soo-joo’s casting that drew particular interest. PD Lee revealed that the role of Woo-hee, described as “the most beautiful woman in Joseon,” required someone who could embody elegance, mystery, and emotional depth all at once. “We met many actresses, but when I met Hong Soo-joo, her voice completely captivated me,” he said. “There was something hauntingly beautiful and unique about her tone it made her unforgettable.”
With her growing popularity and an aura that blends sophistication with sincerity, Hong Soo-joo is quickly becoming one of the most promising rising stars to watch. As anticipation builds for The Moon Flows Through Lee Kang-dal, audiences are already eager to see how her performance will bring the timeless character of Woo-hee to life.
