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Jung Ho-yeon, who rose to global fame as Kang Sae-byeok in the Netflix series 'Squid Game,' continues to expand her career as an actress both in Korea and internationally. Already a world-renowned model, her role in 'Squid Game' marked a successful acting debut, leading to her participation in various global projects.
In 'Squid Game,' Jung Ho-yeon portrayed the North Korean defector Kang Sae-byeok, conveying emotions primarily through expressions and gestures rather than extensive dialogue. This performance earned her the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series, making her the first Korean actress to win in that category. She subsequently took on an English-speaking role in the Apple TV+ series 'Disclaimer' and is set to make her big-screen debut as a lead alongside Hwang Jung-min and Jo In-sung in Na Hong-jin's film 'Hope.' As a Louis Vuitton global ambassador, she also presented the World Cup trophy at the 2026 North American World Cup final, showcasing her international influence.
Bloggers highlight Jung Ho-yeon's continuous pursuit of new challenges and her expansion of acting range post-'Squid Game.' They are impressed by how she has established her unique style in acting, building on her distinctive aura from her modeling days, and are eagerly anticipating her future endeavors as a global actress.
