The K-media is taking note of a recent Chinese newspaper article discussing which of the younger generation actresses will be the next Jeon Ji Hyun. Ms. Gianna Jun’s combined popularity domestically in Korea and internationally cannot be arguably unparallel, and thanks to You From Another Star got a stunning second wind that any actor or actress bend over backs for. The C-media is curious which of the next-gen K-actresses will hit the same popularity jackpot, not necessarily because Jeon Ji Hyun is on her way down or anything like that, but just mulling over who her successor may be.
The article focuses on six young ladies in particular – Suzy leading the way, Sulli formerly of f(x), Kang Sora, Kim Go Eun, and the three Kim teens Kim Sae Ron, Kim Yoo Jung, and Kim So Hyun. The article discusses breakout hits for each star, such as Suzy for Introduction to Architecture, Kang Sora in Misaeng, or Kim Sae Ron from The Man From Nowhere, and potential upsides in their careers such being a critical darling for acting (Kim Go Eun), fan favorite for looks (Sulli), hardworking ethos (Kang Sora), and childhood star appeal for Kim Yoo Jung and Kim So Hyun.
I’m not going to discount any of the ladies named in the article as having potential to be the next Jeon Ji Hyun, and really that is a good question to consider since it’s a high high bar to reach. Park Shin Hye is really building her popularity domestically and internationally at the same time, but I think her fans think she’s more popular than she really is at this time. Not saying she’s not popular, and she definitely is laying the foundation now that could vault her to Jeon Ji Hyun level one day.
I think it’s too early for the the Kim teens to be in consideration, let’s talk in five years after they turn twenty, I don’t even know why Sulli is currently even included for discussion, and Kang Sora and Kim Go Eun are solid actresses but I’m not feeling the indelible spark that Jeon Ji Hyun has which sets her apart from other top K-actresses like Ha Ji Won and Jeon Do Yeon. In that way, Suzy does have that indescribable “it” thing which underlies her insane levels of popularity, and it’s just too bad she hasn’t demonstrated the acting chops that Jeon Ji Hyun has to back it up.
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Why is Sulli even considered in here? She is mediocre in singing, dancing and acting. And she havent done anything recently. Its really amazing the amount of attention she got from doing very mediocre stuff Do u think she is being considered because SM is big in china?
MTE!!!
instead of Sulli, it's better to put Yoona's name.. at least, she still has some 'projects' in or outside of SNSD.
but honestly, none of them above can replace JJH.
Funny when people make it like PSH and JJH are in the same generation.
And PSH is above and beyond everyone in that list and more, no matter what you think of her or her fans
Now that's funny...bwahaha!
I'm talking about popularity in both Korea and China. Tell me one name in the list can surpass PSH?
In terms of charm and the it factor Suzy takes the prize by a margin. Her popularity is already incredible in Korea. She needs to act more to improve however.
Park shin Hye has been in the game for a long time and she works hard enough to reach Gong Hyo Jin's level. She is a great actor but I don't know she is a bit reserved and goes for the traditional roles which JJH does not. PSH likes the girl next door roles and I wish she would play an assassin or maybe try a doing a historical drama. She is just so consistent and safe.
Kant Sora now there's a girl who shows some acting range. She's played a doctor, an office worker, the girl next door. I have no idea how she is not as popular as she deserves but I hope she get a breakout role soon. Right now I definitely don't see her getting at JJH's level. While she has some charm, it doesn't ooze like it does for Suzy and JJH.
No words for Sullivan
The Kang teens: one has oozing charm and another is a serious actress. Not saying KYJ isn't serious but she's just not as serious as KSH. For a girl her age her level of acting skill is going to be far more incredible than JJH. In Asia however I don't think what win JJH's popularity is skill but rather it's charm. And KYJ like Suzy is a cameras dream come true. She has charisma and the it factor.
Therefore the next JJH will most likely be Suzy and Kim Yoo Jung.
Nothing personal, why SULLI?
Suzy obviously, why is that even a question lmfao .
Why Suzy? Well in terms of popularity yes, she's popular. But JJH is also good acting. I prefer the younger but more talented actresses KYJ and KSH.
For the romcom, no one in these list including PSH can beat her. She just played this borderline cute and ridiculous to the right amount. I don't know how many times I've watched My Sassy Girl, cried with Il Mare and Windstruck and watched her scenes in my love from another star. Maybe someone out of the list would completely come out and hit it big.
Suzy definitely. She may not have proved herself in acting yet, but she has IT factor. No wonder she get casted in Lee Kyunghee drama.
The successor perhaps Suzy & Kang Sora merged into one.
Suzy's popularity, KSR's acting chops & both are good looking.
Maybe a Suzy-Kang will do the job.
Suzy is nothing but charms. Kang Sora is an actress that can act .I wish the best for her.