Rookie Actor Jo Dae-hee Publicly Declares Love for Senior Ha Jung-woo: 'I Love You!'

Rookie actor Jo Dae-hee has openly expressed his admiration for veteran actor Ha Jung-woo. In a recent interview following his appearance in the film '3670', Jo shared the story behind his acting aspirations and his passion for the craft.

Inspired by his mother, who dreamed of being an actress, Jo developed a passion for acting during his high school years after watching a play. However, his inherent shyness prevented him from pursuing it immediately. After completing his mandatory military service and working various jobs, he finally decided to enroll in acting classes at the age of 24, demonstrating remarkable determination.

His acting journey took a significant turn when he was cast as the younger version of Ha Jung-woo's character in the film 'The Lobby,' which Ha Jung-woo directed and starred in. Jo recalled shedding tears of joy upon hearing the news. Ha Jung-woo not only encouraged him with words like 'You will achieve great success, so continue to be humble and work hard' but also served as a role model, guiding Jo through challenging times.

Jo emphasized that he is learning not just acting techniques from Ha Jung-woo, but also his professional attitude on set and his consideration for fellow actors and crew members. After wrapping up '3670', Jo is set to appear in the Netflix original series 'The Atypical Family'. He aspires to be an actor who breathes life into his roles and remains truthful, while also wishing to become a source of support for others. He concluded by expressing gratitude to his parents and love for Ha Jung-woo.

Jo Dae-hee was a very quiet child who rarely spoke, but watching a play in high school ignited his dream of becoming an actor. He began his acting journey at the relatively late age of 24, impressing an acting academy director with his passionate dedication. His fateful encounter with Ha Jung-woo occurred when he was cast as the younger version of Ha's character in the film 'The Lobby,' marking a pivotal moment in his career.