IVE Wonyoung’s Upcoming Acting “Debut” Sparks Heavily Divided Reactions

IVE‘s Wonyoung is preparing to make her acting debut soon.

As an idol, Wonyoung is often considered an ace, having perfected the multifaceted role in every way. Her stage presence and camera readiness reflect the long years of experience she has acquired through working in the industry since she was 14.

원영이 배디 스릴러-빌런 파트 무대마다 표정 강도 다 다르게 말아주는거 정말 맛도리네요.
[강하게—>부드럽게] 순으로 배치해봤음다. pic.twitter.com/aX0B6aRaky

— 💿 (@bunnycat_wy) October 16, 2023

Her legendary visuals, combined with her prolific facial expressions, have always prompted curiosity about how she would perform as an actor. It appears that fans will see her assume the role soon.

ACTRESS WONYOUNG

IVE EMPATHY TRAILER #IVE_EMPATHY_TRAILER #IVE_EMPATHY #아이브공감 #JANGWONYOUNG pic.twitter.com/zYrueHhtg7

— jen🪽 (@wonyobeloved) January 5, 2025

JANG WONYOUNG ACTRESS ERA SOON??? pic.twitter.com/ggahZrWxPL

— what (@jangcentre) March 22, 2024

On May 22, KST, Jim Beam, the popular alcohol brand, released the trailer of a mystery thriller short film, The Shadow of the Disappearing Time. The trailer, featuring actor Park Jung Min alongside Wonyoung, set forth an ominous environment through the dramatic narration.

Despite the trailer’s brief 32 seconds, Wonyoung successfully teased viewers’ anticipation simply with her eerie facial expressions.

The teaser has left netizens equally intrigued and confused about what to expect from this project. While some were excited to see her acting chops, others were disappointed that this much-anticipated teaser was just for an ad.

• “Whoa! People were talking about her acting. So this was it?”
• “Wow, but her face itself is cinema.”
  — “I agree. I also liked Wonyoung’s calm vibe.”

• “So pretty.”
• “Since her looks have that strong idol vibe, she would be the right fit for the role of a rich princess.”

Some also felt that Wonyoung’s expressions fell short of what was considered a serious acting debut, while others argued that the criticism was unfounded.

• “Her face is definitely too idol-like. So, the expressions are awkward.”
• “Everything is just too funny. Acting is really not for her.”

• “I thought her expressions and eyes were all okay. But why are the comments like this?”
• “Is there anything to even judge from that? There’s not a single dialogue…”