Park Ji-hyun Returns in Netflix's 'Hong Rang' as a Character Torn by Envy and Friendship

Actress Park Ji-hyun is set to captivate audiences in the new Netflix series 'Hong Rang'. The drama, scheduled for release on the 12th, chronicles the intertwined lives of two lifelong friends, Eun-jung and Sang-yeon. Park Ji-hyun will portray Sang-yeon, a character consumed by envy towards Eun-jung (played by Kim Go-eun), while simultaneously seeking her out for a momentous request.

Sang-yeon is a complex figure who simultaneously covets what Eun-jung possesses and cannot attain for herself. She reappears in Eun-jung's life after a decade-long estrangement, asking to spend her final moments together. Park Ji-hyun is expected to delicately portray Sang-yeon's intricate inner turmoil as she navigates the themes of friendship and mortality, spanning from her twenties to her forties.

During a press conference, Park Ji-hyun expressed her confidence that the series, rooted in a realistic depiction of friendship, would resonate deeply with viewers of all ages and backgrounds. Her proven versatility across various genres suggests a compelling new performance in 'Hong Rang'.

Park Ji-hyun has garnered acclaim for her versatile acting in hit K-dramas such as 'The Fiery Priest' and 'Reborn Rich'.

She further proved her acting prowess with a powerful emotional performance in the film 'Hidden Face'.

Known for her chameleon-like ability to embody any character, she is a rising star in the Korean entertainment industry.