Actress Chae Seo-an Embraces Villainous Roles, Finds Joy in Audience Dislike
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actress Chae Seo-an has made a memorable impression with her role as a chaebol heiress in the drama 'Wonderful World'.
- She previously played a villainous character in 'The Queen of Tears' and a historical figure in 'Miss Seon-dal'.
- Chae Seo-an enjoyed playing characters who receive negative attention from the audience.
Actress Chae Seo-an has once again captured audience attention with her portrayal of a wealthy chaebol heiress in the recently concluded SBS drama 'Wonderful World'. This role marks another significant appearance for the actress, following her impactful performances in other popular series.
Prior to her role in 'Wonderful World,' Chae Seo-an garnered recognition for her diverse characters. She appeared as the villainous Mo Tae-hee in 'Wonderful World,' a stark contrast to her previous roles. She also played the 'Queen of Tears' character Hak-ssi, and the historical figure '21st Century Grand Princess' Da-yeong.
Chae Seo-an expressed that she particularly enjoys playing characters who evoke strong reactions, even negative ones, from viewers. She finds satisfaction in embodying roles that challenge her and resonate with the audience, regardless of whether the character is perceived as likable.
Her ability to transform into different personas, from historical figures to modern-day antagonists, highlights her versatility as an actress. The success of 'Wonderful World,' which concluded on June 21, further solidifies her presence in the South Korean entertainment industry.
I enjoyed playing roles that people disliked.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.