Lee Ha-nui‘s Early Pregnancy Performance Earns Praise from Gong Hyo-jin
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Actress Gong Hyo-jin expressed admiration for lee Ha-nui’s dedication to her craft while filming “The People Upstairs,” revealing she was surprised to learn Ha-nui was experiencing morning sickness during production. The anecdote highlights the strong professional relationship between the two stars and Ha-nui’s commitment to the project even in the early stages of her second pregnancy.
The revelation, initially reported by OSEN, sparked some online confusion due to a media article headline, with some netizens briefly mistaking the story for a pregnancy proclamation regarding gong Hyo-jin herself. However, the story quickly clarified that it was Lee Ha-nui who was pregnant, and the focus shifted to praise for her professionalism. This incident underscores the public’s interest in the personal lives of Korean actresses and the challenges they navigate while balancing career and family.
Gong Hyo-jin recounted being impressed by Lee Ha-nui’s ability to deliver a compelling performance despite her discomfort. “When I saw her acting while enduring morning sickness in front of Jinsu Sungchan, I thoght, ‘How can she act like that when she’s in the early stages of pregnancy?'” she shared on set, emphasizing Ha-nui’s dedication.
Lee Ha-nui,in turn,expressed her long-held admiration for Gong Hyo-jin,recalling her captivation with the senior actress’s work during her own rookie days on the drama “Pasta.” “I have long harbored this desire to work with her again when I become a good actress,” Ha-nui said, adding warmth to the set atmosphere.
“The People Upstairs” marks the first collaboration between Gong Hyo-jin and Lee Ha-nui since their earlier work together, making this reunion especially meaningful as they both navigate evolving stages in their lives. The film is anticipated to showcase their continued growth and supportive dynamic, both on and off screen.
