Jung Sung Il Continues to Work Part-Time Despite the Huge Success of 'THE GLORY'

Jung Sung Il began his career on the theater stage with strong determination, leaving university and his comfort zone for the big dream of becoming an actor. He once lived in hardship in Seoul, but his spirit did not fade even though he worked as a driver, valet, barista, and wine bar employee.

The success of the drama did not automatically fill Jung Sung Il's pockets with money. He revealed that the payment from THE GLORY was not enough to drastically change his life, emphasizing that the entertainment industry does not always provide instant wealth as many people imagine.

After filming THE GLORY, Jung Sung Il still delivered packages as a courier for a popular logistics platform in Korea, Coupang. In response to this explanation, Jun Hyun Mo remarked that the actor's difficult path in the acting world might be because he has not yet experienced a true breakout. This comment was agreed upon by Jung Sung Il.

For 20 years in the industry, Jung Sung Il admitted to often being haunted by the question of whether acting could be a stable source of income. Although he had doubts at times, he returned to the world of acting because he felt that his calling could not be replaced by any other profession.

After overcoming various challenges, Jung Sung Il can now focus on acting without a side job. His hard work and perseverance over the decades have finally paid off, giving him the opportunity to enjoy a more established success.

During a talk show, he revealed that he is preparing his latest film THE MURDERER'S REPORT. Jung Sung Il also shared about his weight loss to 66 kg and is now paying more attention to his diet to maintain his health.

The life journey of Jung Sung Il serves as an important lesson that success takes time and the courage to keep fighting. Jung Sung Il's story reminds the younger generation that consistency and hard work will yield beautiful results at the right time.