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Sana (30), a Japanese member of the group TWICE, will appear before the public as an actress for the first time after 11 years since her debut.
On the 8th, JYP Entertainment, Sana's agency, stated to StarNews: "It has been confirmed that Sana will star in a new film titled 'Nyang-i' (working title)," officially announcing the decision.
With this, Sana makes her acting debut after as long as 11 years, drawing intense attention from fans.
'Nyang-i' is a joint South Korea-Japan production project. Top Japanese actor Sato Takeuru has been selected as Sana's co-star. Director Kwon Hyuk-chan is reported to be in charge of direction.
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