[Exclusive]'Short-form Queen' Jo Yeon-ji, Entering the Main Stage: "It's good, but there's no reason... I want to look pretty no matter what I do" [Hanbok Interview ③]

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-Continuing from Interview ②.

When describing Jo Yeon-ji these days, the indispensable modifier is undoubtedly 'short-form actor.' Jo Yeon-ji also expressed gratitude for the increasing number of works seeking her and viewers tuning in, while revealing a desire to gain more experience through a wider variety of projects.

Jo Yeon-ji said, "I am grateful that people call me because I do well. As I work on each project one by one, I feel happiness multiplied. Although it is sometimes regrettable when a project ends, my gratitude toward those who watch grows larger, which motivates me to prepare for the next project with the thought of doing even better." She added, "It seems my passion and mindset are gradually growing as well."

Until now, Jo Yeon-ji has mainly played innocent and pitiful characters in short-form works. As similar images have accumulated through various projects, she also had concerns about the range of acting she could showcase as an actor.

Jo Yeon-ji stated, "I worry that my character image might become fixed as an actor. That is why I keep trying to show other charms I can offer." She continued, "Even if I play a character living a difficult life, I strive to show different sides that appear cute. I am working hard so that people can say, 'She's good at this too?'"

So what is Jo Yeon-ji like in reality? She explained, "I am honest and carefree, and I don't put on airs. I also have a bright vibe." She added, "The roles I have played were mostly characters who thought deeply about others and treated them sincerely. Since those traits resemble my own, it seems I was able to express them naturally well."

Recently, she has noticed her growing popularity as people recognize her in daily life. Jo Yeon-ji said, "I still consider myself an ordinary person, but when I go out, some people recognize me once or twice. I feel grateful thinking, 'Why would they recognize me?'" She laughed, "Once while filming, I went to buy coffee and someone asked for my autograph. It was so nice, but I held back because I felt shy."

She did not omit mentioning actor Seo Jae-woo, with whom she has shared scenes in various works. Regarding Seo Jae-woo, Jo Yeon-ji said, "He is truly a smart person. He memorizes lines well and analyzes characters very meticulously and accurately." She added, "There were many moments while working together where I was amazed. Especially his ability to focus instantly is remarkable. With that concentration, he brings energy to the set, and I learned a lot from him by his side," expressing her gratitude.

Having gained recognition through short-form works, Jo Yeon-ji also shared her thoughts on how people view the 'short-form actor' label. She said, "I believe short-form has established itself as another genre and medium." She continued, "Since it is a format that condenses stories within a short time, some may view it lightly, but I think if you work hard and do it sincerely, people will recognize you."

For that reason, she also gratefully accepts the title 'Short-form Queen.' Jo Yeon-ji said, "I think having a modifier attached to you in any field is itself a valuable thing. I am grateful just for having established myself in a certain field." She added, "If I continue to do my best as I am now, I believe another modifier will be attached to me."

In fact, Jo Yeon-ji is expanding her activities beyond short-form works. She has also achieved her goal of appearing on TV this year. She said, "I previously stated through company content that my goal for this year was to appear on TV, and I made it through an audition. You will be able to see me on TV as well." She added, "In the future, I want to stay at any set for a long time."

She also expressed her wish to show her family what she does through her TV appearances. Jo Yeon-ji said, "My two grandmothers do not fully understand what I do. I want to show them my appearance on TV so they can see what kind of granddaughter I am." She revealed, "I want to end the year feeling more happiness than the anxiety I felt this year."

She added, "I want to be remembered enough to hear people call me a 'favorite actor.' It seems being good is just something that happens naturally." She concluded, "I want to become an actor who can have a positive influence. I want to become an actor who looks pretty no matter what they do."

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