Looking Badass! Here are some interesting facts about Jung Ho Yeon, who plays Kang Sae-byeok in the drama 'SQUID GAME'

Kapanlagi.com - The Korean survival drama SQUID GAME is currently making waves everywhere. Its challenging storyline and thrilling actions have attracted a large audience and achieved high ratings.

Thanks to this drama, Jung Ho Yeon has become a hot topic among the public lately. Her portrayal of Kang Sae-byeok in this drama has made her one of the successful new actresses who have captured the attention of many people, including Korean drama fans.

This artist, who is currently under Saram Entertainment, has mesmerized a number of SQUID GAME fans with her epic and badass style. Her name and pictures often circulate among social media users.

KLovers must be curious about this beautiful artist, right? Without further ado, here are some interesting facts about Jung Ho Yeon, the rising actress due to the drama SQUID GAME.

1. Starting a Career as a Model

Jung Ho Yeon (Credit: instagram.com/hoooooyeony)

Before entering the acting world, Jung Ho Yeon first started her career as a model. The woman who was once under the management of SM Entertainment also participated in the prestigious modeling competition in South Korea, Korea Next Top Model.

Her career became more successful when her face appeared in several famous Korean models such as Vogue Girl Korea, ELLE Wedding, and Nylon Korea. Not only that, she even spread her wings internationally through the opening ceremony of a famous fashion brand, Louis Vuitton.

2. Close Friend of Jennie BLACKPINK

Jung Ho Yeon (Credit: instagram.com/hoooooyeony), Jennie BLACKPINK (Credit: instagram.com/jennierubyjane)

Who would have thought that Jung Ho Yeon is a close friend of Jennie BLACKPINK? Yup, this 27-year-old woman is known to be close and friendly with the singer of the song Solo.

They even captured their moments of closeness and posted them on Ho Yeon's social media account. However, the photo she uploaded in 2019 has been deleted from her official social media account.

3. Starting Her Acting Debut Through the Drama SQUID GAME

Jung Ho Yeon (Credit: instagram.com/hoooooyeony)

After a long career in the modeling world, Ho Yeon finally decided to enter the acting world in her home country. Ho Yeon went through the audition process for the drama SQUID GAME while she was still in New York. Fortunately, after the casting process was completed, she was declared successful and managed to get the role of Kang Sae Byeok.

In this drama, Sae Byeok is portrayed as a defector from North Korea. She intentionally becomes a participant in the squid game to pay a broker who can help her find her remaining family members who are still alive.

4. Dating Actor Lee Dong Hwi

Jung Ho Yeon (Credit: instagram.com/hoooooyeony), Lee Dong Hwi (Credit: instagram.com/dlehdgnl)

Ho Yeon and the handsome actor Lee Dong Hwi have been known to have a special relationship since 2015. However, they officially announced their relationship to the public in 2016.

Their love for fashion is believed to be one of the factors that unite them. Even after 6 years, their relationship remains harmonious. Moreover, they are also rarely affected by negative gossip from the media.

This article was written by: Gloria Trivena May Ary

(kpl/mag)