Hong Su-ju Makes Striking Debut in 'The Moon Rising Over the E. Kang', Signaling Key Role

Actress Hong Su-ju has captured viewers' attention with her impactful first appearance in MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama, ‘The Moon Rising Over the E. Kang’.

In the second episode, aired on the 8th, Hong Su-ju debuted as Kim Woo-hee, the beautiful daughter of the powerful left minister Kim Han-cheol (played by Jin Goo).

Upon receiving a letter from her father about a royal marriage with the Crown Prince, she delivered a resolute performance, showcasing her determination by accurately shooting the letter pinned to a wooden pillar. This moment foreshadowed her pivotal role in the unfolding dramatic narrative.

Notably, Kim Woo-hee harbors feelings not for the Crown Prince but for Prince Lee Un (played by Lee Shin-young), her proposed husband. This revelation about her refusal to marry the Crown Prince has heightened anticipation for the plot's future developments.

With her elegant beauty, restrained charisma, and unwavering gaze, Hong Su-ju seamlessly embodied Kim Woo-hee, immediately immersing the audience into the drama and promising significant contributions to the storyline.

‘The Moon Rising Over the E. Kang’ airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM.

The drama's debut has sparked discussion among viewers. Many are praising Hong Su-ju's natural acting and fitting portrayal of the character, noting her elegant yet strong aura. Comments like "Her acting is so natural," "She's stunning as Jin Goo's daughter," and "I'm excited to see how the story unfolds" reflect the positive reception.