Actor Choi Ji-soo, known for playing second-generation chaebol Kang Nora in the tvN drama Undercover Miss Hong, shared that she is working part-time jobs while continuing her acting career.
In the teaser for tvN’s variety show You Quiz on the Block released on March 16, Choi said she has taken on various part-time jobs, including wearing a mascot suit and working at a logistics center and a restaurant. She added, “I work part-time six days a week, and on my one day off, I go to auditions.”
Choi explained that she began working part-time to repay her student loans. When asked about her parents’ reaction, she became emotional and said, “I think my mom cried when she saw me heading to the factory.” She added, “I’m grateful that she believed in my dream even when others said it wouldn’t work,” sharing her message to her mother.
Despite gaining recognition through her projects, Choi continues to balance her work and acting career.
Her full story will air on March 18 at 8:45 p.m. on You Quiz on the Block.