Actress Jung Young-joo vows to reorganize musical actors' association

During an appearance on the MBC program "Radio Star," actress Jung Young-joo pledged to reorganize the musical actors' association to address issues such as unpaid wages and low salaries faced by junior ensemble members.

Actress Jung Young-joo has revealed her intention to take direct action to protect the rights and interests of musical actors.

Appearing on the MBC entertainment program "Radio Star," Jung shared updates on her recent activities, noting that she has been raising her voice among musical actors and dedicating herself to association work. During the broadcast, she expressed her determination to reorganize and operate the musical actors' association.

"Protecting juniors' rights is the priority"... Moving to reorganize musical actors' association

Jung stated that she is participating in association activities for the sake of musical actors' rights. She mentioned movements to reorganize and operate a previously existing association, explaining the necessity behind this initiative.

In particular, Jung pointed out the practical problems faced by junior actors working as ensemble members. She mentioned difficulties such as unpaid wages, where juniors do not receive their performance fees on time, and instances where low salaries are paid because appropriate fee levels are not established even as careers progress. Jung indicated that she intends to focus on the role of speaking out for the rights of actors to resolve these issues.

Regarding the association's activities, she emphasized the need for organized movement to protect actors, stating, "The association must serve as a fence for things that one person cannot do alone." Jung expressed a strong will to work for the actors, using the expression that she will "do the work of one hundred people by herself."

Special connection with Kim Gura and Kim Jae-wook... "A comfortable relationship where I call him 'Oppa'"

During the broadcast, Jung also revealed her close relationships with the cast members. It was reported that she has maintained a friendship with Kim Gura, meeting him in various settings such as variety shows. Jung lightened the atmosphere on set by showing an informal relationship, such as calling Kim Gura "Oppa."

Additionally, she revealed that she maintains a unique relationship with Kim Jae-wook, calling him "Teacher Ahn" due to differences in their academic years. Jung expressed intimacy, noting that while she does not usually speak informally to people easily, it has been a long time since she has felt like a comfortable presence to specific individuals.

Source: MBCentertainment (YouTube)