Moon Ga Young Filming 'Whale Star' Drama and Wins Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actress

Actress Moon Ga Young is currently immersed in filming the new tvN drama 'Whale Star' and is reportedly reviewing various other projects, drawing public attention. Notably, she recently received the Best Actress award in the film category at the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards for her role in the movie 'If We Were', solidifying her acting prowess. Born in 1996, Moon Ga Young debuted as a child actress in 2006, accumulating nearly 20 years of acting experience, and signed an exclusive contract with Fantagio this year.

Moon Ga Young's ongoing project, 'Whale Star', is a period drama set in Gyeongseong in 1926, where she plays Heo Soo-ah, a maid in a pro-Japanese family. The drama is based on a webtoon, leading to high expectations regarding how well Moon Ga Young will embody the original character. Additionally, the 2022 JTBC drama 'The Interest of Love', despite its 2% viewership rating, continues to be a topic of discussion three years after its conclusion due to its realistic romance and controversial ending.

Bloggers have shown significant interest in Moon Ga Young's role as Heo Soo-ah in 'Whale Star', with some revisiting the original webtoon. Regarding 'The Interest of Love', despite its low ratings, it was praised as a 'well-made masterpiece' for its realistic, non-fantasy romance, with viewers reporting immersion despite the frustrating plot. This leaves a positive impression of Moon Ga Young's project choices and acting range.