Jeon Jong Seo

Jeon Jong Seo is a South Korean actress. She’s best known for her roles in Korean movies such as in Burning (2018) and The Call (2020).

Career

Jeon Jong Seo went to her first audition for the movie Burning (2018) in 2017. She had the role after only three days of signing a contract with her agency.

Her second movie, The Call, was released in 2020. She played one of the main roles and won multiple awards because of her mesmerizing performance.

The next year, she joined up with United Talent Agency to act as her American representative office under the name Rachel Jeon.

As Rachel Jeon, she managed to secure a role In the English-language movie Mona Lisa and the Blood Moon (2021) alongside American actress and actor, Kate Hudson and Craig Robinson.

She had also appointed to a role in the Korean adaptation of the Spanish TV series Money Heist (2017). The drama series was released in 2022.

Profile

Real Name: Jeon Jong Seo (전종서)
Stage Name: Jeon Jong Seo (전종서), Rachel Jeon (레이첼전)
Also Known as: Rachel Jun, Jun Jong Seo, Jong Seo Jeon, Jong Seo Jun
Nickname: Jong Seo (종서), Rachel
Birthday: July 5, 1994
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Nationality: South Korean
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Professions: Actress
Education: Sejong University (Film), Anyang Arts High School (Drama and Film)
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 167 cm (5’6”)
Weight: 57 kg (125 lbs)
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Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
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Family

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Boyfriend & Dating History

Lee Chung Hyun

The actress started dating Lee Chung Hyun, the director who worked with her in The Call, in December 2021.

In 2023, the couple worked together again in the movie Ballerina.

Net Worth

Multiple sources estimated her net worth to be around $1 million to $5 million. She appears to earn her income primarily through acting.

Controversies

Criticized for Showing Negative Behavior and Sour Facial Expression to Reporters

In May 2018, Jeon Jeong Soo received criticism due to her behavior towards reporters.

She just arrived at the Incheon International Airport to attend the Cannes Film Festival in France, while plenty of reporters were waiting to capture her arrival.

That being said, she attempted to avoid the press and cover up her face. According to reports, she also showed angry expression.

Her agency explained the controversy by claimign that she just a “rookie” who’s overwhelment by “attention from the reporters.”

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether she has undergone any cosmetic surgery to change her appearance.

Facts

Jong Seo is an actress under My Company Entertainment and United Talent Agency.
She lived in Canada for some time as a kid prior to moving back to South Korea.
Jong Seo handled her first role only three days after she signed an agreement with an agency.
She is mild-mannered.
Jong Seo has a very timid and cute character.
She is most inquisitive with regards to who she will wed.
Jong Seo has two little dogs named Yuki and Billie.
She is an only child.
Her boyfriend, Lee Chung Hyun, is a director whom she met while shooting the movie The Call (2020).
She said her abrupt ascent to success was chaotic.
Her ideal type is…
Her net worth is around…

Movies

Ballerina (2023), as Ok Joo
Nothing Serious (2021), as Ja Young
Mona Lisa and the Blood Moon (2021), as Mona
The Call (2020), as Oh Yeong Sook
Burning (2018), as Shin Hae Mi

Drama Series

Wedding Impossible (tvN | 2024), as Na A Jeong
Empress Woo (TVING | 2024), as Woo Hee
KlayCity – Re:Build the World (YouTube | 2022), as the main role
Ransom (TVING | 2022), as Park Joo Young
Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area (Netflix | 2022), as Tokyo

TV Shows

Knowing Bros (JTBC | 2015), as a guest

Awards

2022 Director’s Cut Awards – Best Actress in Film – The Call
2021 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Film) – The Call
2021 Buil Film Awards – Best Actress – The Call
2019 Asian Film Critics Association Awards – Best New Performer – Burning
2018 The Hollywood Reporter Critics – 15 International Breakout Talents of 2018 – Burning

Nominations

2022 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Film) – Nothing Serious
2022 Director’s Cut Awards – Best New Actress in Film – The Call
2021 Asian Film Awards – Best Actress – The Call
2021 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Actress – The Call
2021 Chunsa Film Art Awards – Best Actress – The Call
2019 Chunsa Film Art Awards – Best New Actress – Burning
2019 Chlotrudis Awards – Best Supporting Actress – Burning
2019 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actress (Film) – Burning
2019 Faroe Islands Film Festival – Best New Performer – Burning
2019 International Cinephile Society – Best Supporting Actress – Burning
2019 International Online Cinema Awards – Best Supporting Actress – Burning
2018 Buil Film Awards – Best New Actress – Burning
2018 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actress – Burning
2018 Asian Film Awards – Best Newcomer – Burning
2018 Grand Bell Awards – Best New Actress – Burning
2018 The Seoul Awards – Best New Actress – Burning

Quotes

“It was liberating to star alongside Hollywood actors. Because music plays an important role in our movie, there was always a big speaker on set playing punk music. We were all in a festive mood.”

“As an actress, I’ve always had the desire to try a kind of movie in which I can protect someone, not just a revenge.”

“I think ‘Ballerina’ is different from the existing revenge movies. What emotions? Why take revenge? I tried to make those emotions continue until the end.”

“I originally like to do things using my body and exercise. At one time, I ate a lot because I didn’t like my skinny body. I think a chubby, round, healthy body is pretty. I had to exercise a lot because I thought I needed to build muscles while filming ‘Ballerina’.”

“Acting with animal instincts is complex and delicate because you can’t second guess.”

“A lot of people watched ‘The Call’ on Netflix, and it became a hot topic. I thought that the times had really changed. Amidst the changing culture and notion that films can only be seen in theaters, it was refreshing to see ‘The Call’ making a name for itself. I’m happy because I think we made a shocking entrance.”

“I want to take on characters that people perceive as being difficult for actresses or characters that no one wants to touch. I want to try many films without worrying about what other people will think.”

“My thoughts of wanting to act when I was young became reality one morning. I was suddenly cast in ‘Burning,’ and it was a chaotic period. I like acting, but since my energy is continuously used up, I wondered how I could refill that energy.”

FAQs

Who is Jeon Jeong Seo?

She is a South Korean actress.

Who is Jeon Jeong Seo’s real name?

Her real name is Jeon Jong Seo (전종서).

What makes Jeon Jeong Seo famous?

She’s famous because of her roles in Korean movies such as in Burning (2018) and The Call (2020).

Where is Jeon Jeong Seo from?

She was born in Seoul, South Korea

How old is Jeon Jeong Seo?

She was born in 1994, and she is 30 years old as of 2024.

When does Jeon Jeong Seo celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 5th of every July.

How tall is Jeon Jeong Seo?

Her height is 5’6″ or 167 cm.

Who are Jeon Jeong Seo’s parents?

She did not reveal the names of her father and mother.

Is Jeon Jeong Seo married?

No, she is currently unmarried. But she is in a relationship with

Who is Jeon Jeong Seo’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriend is not known.

How rich is Jeon Jeong Seo?

Her net worth is around $1 million to $5 million.

What is Jeon Jeong Seo’s nationality?

Her nationality is South Korean.

Jeon Jeong Seo, otherwise known as Rachel Jeon, is a budding actress whose popularity surfaced almost immediately after successfully playing role after role.