Lee Jiyeon felt an unusual burden while working on Kyungsung Lady. It wasn’t the film’s genre, nor was it the pressure of being one of the leads.

The truth was simpler: working alongside Ju Seoyeon made her uneasy.

"Aren’t you two on good terms?"

This was the question Jo Seohui often asked, especially when Jiyeon approached her for advice during audition prep. Even after landing the role, Jiyeon frequently sought Seohui’s input, much to her occasional annoyance.

"Getting along is one thing."
"What does that even mean?"
"Hey, Jo Seohui, do you even have many friends?"

Seohui could …