Lee Min-jung's Filmography Resurfaces Amidst 'Penthouse Elephant' Buzz on 'Office Workers Season 2'
Actress Lee Min-jung's past works have been brought back into the spotlight following her appearance on Coupang Play's variety show 'Office Workers Season 2'. Notably, the 2009 film 'Penthouse Elephant' has garnered significant attention.
In the sixth episode of 'Office Workers Season 2', released on the 12th, Lee Min-jung showcased her variety show prowess through various skits. Cast member Ji Ye-eun recalled Lee Min-jung as an icon from her Cyworld background days, highlighting her stunning beauty during her 'Boys Over Flowers' era. Similarly, Kim Won-hoon demonstrated his fan loyalty by recalling not only 'Boys Over Flowers' but also 'Penthouse Elephant'.
Lee Min-jung candidly discussed 'Penthouse Elephant' being an adult-rated film, leading to an open conversation with the cast. When Kim Won-hoon showed a kissing scene from the movie, the cast members were impressed by her performance, jokingly remarking, 'The director probably didn't even direct this much.' When Shin Dong-yup inquired about 'Penthouse Elephant', Kim Won-hoon humorously referred to it as a 'masterpiece of the era'.
'Penthouse Elephant', released in November 2009, garnered attention for its bold themes and explicit scenes but did not achieve significant box office success. Also known as the final work of the late Jang Ja-yeon, the film received an R-rating upon release and drew approximately 144,000 viewers. Sixteen years later, its re-emergence in conversation through Lee Min-jung's appearance on 'Office Workers Season 2' has sparked renewed interest, with discussions circulating across various online communities and social media platforms.
Lee Min-jung married actor Lee Byung-hun in 2013 and they have one son and one daughter. She currently operates a personal YouTube channel, actively engaging with fans. Additionally, she is set to appear in the upcoming MBC drama 'Yes, Let's Get Divorced', scheduled for release next year, continuing her vibrant acting career.