EXCLUSIVE: TWICE’s Jeongyeon Lands First Acting Role in Major Film Debut
After 10 Years as an Idol, Star Shifts to Silver Screen in Military Drama Spin-off
Jeongyeon of global supergroup TWICE is officially stepping into acting! The powerhouse vocalist has been cast in the highly anticipated movie New Recruit: The Movie, marking her debut as an actress following a decade in the K-pop industry.
Nursing Officer Role in Military Hospital Setting
Jeongyeon
will portray a skilled nursing officer in the film’s unique military
hospital environment. This spin-off diverges from the original New Recruit
K-drama series—which spanned three seasons in an army unit—to explore
high-stakes medical drama within a defense healthcare backdrop.
Production Nears Filming Phase
The
project enters final pre-production stages, with the script undergoing
last refinements and the shoot schedule being optimized. Filming is
slated to commence later this year, promising a fresh narrative angle to
the beloved franchise.
A Decade-Defining Career Leap
While
JYP Entertainment remains silent on the reports, this casting signals
Jeongyeon’s bold expansion beyond music. Fans worldwide anticipate her
transformation from chart-topping idol to silver-screen talent in this
gritty new role.
