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Kim Jung-nan on 2026 Dramas: 'Is 'Gyeongseong Creature' a Masterpiece? Titles Aren't Given Lightly' ('Kim Jung-nan')
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Kim Jung-nan on 2026 Dramas: 'Is 'Gyeongseong Creature' a Masterpiece? Titles Aren't Given Lightly' ('Kim Jung-nan')

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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Interview Named sources Context piece
  • Actress Kim Jung-nan shared her candid thoughts on the Netflix series 'Gyeongseong Creature'.
  • She questioned the show's "masterpiece" label, stating that such titles should not be used lightly.
  • Kim Jung-nan also praised the "crazy acting skills" of younger actors like Kim Sung-cheol, Heo Nam-joon, and Lee Hong-nae in dramas expected in 2026.

Actress Kim Jung-nan has offered a candid assessment of the Netflix series 'Gyeongseong Creature,' expressing reservations about its classification as a "masterpiece." In a recent YouTube video uploaded to her channel, titled 'Actors with 'Crazy Acting Skills' in 2026 Dramas Recognized by Kim Jung-nan (Kim Sung-cheol, Heo Nam-joon, Lee Hong-nae),' she shared her thoughts.

There are many works worth watching in the first half of the year, and I am currently watching them regularly.

— Kim Jung-nanKim Jung-nan shared her general viewing habits before discussing specific dramas.

Kim Jung-nan stated, "There are many works worth watching in the first half of the year, and I am currently watching them regularly." However, when the discussion turned to 'Gyeongseong Creature,' she questioned the use of the term "masterpiece," emphasizing that "titles like that are not to be given out lightly."

'Gyeongseong Creature' is a masterpiece? You shouldn't attach titles so carelessly.

— Kim Jung-nanKim Jung-nan expressed her opinion on the Netflix series 'Gyeongseong Creature' and the use of the term 'masterpiece'.

While critical of the show's label, Kim Jung-nan did acknowledge and praise the performances of younger actors. She specifically highlighted the "crazy acting skills" of Kim Sung-cheol, Heo Nam-joon, and Lee Hong-nae, whom she expects to see in dramas slated for 2026. This suggests a discerning eye for talent and a critical approach to evaluating both content and performance.

Actors with 'crazy acting skills' in 2026 dramas.

— Kim Jung-nanKim Jung-nan praised the acting abilities of younger actors she anticipates seeing in future productions.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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