Nana’s Best Friend in “Mask Girl”: Gorgeous Visuals, Compelling Acting that Touches Hearts
Although her screen time is not much, this “Mask Girl” actress has captured the hearts of viewers.
Along with Nana, “Mask Girl” features various pretty actresses and one of them is Han Jae Yi, who plays Chun Ae, Mo Mi’s best friend who would die for her. This is perhaps the most loved character in the series, even though she only appears in one episode.
Moving acting performance
Chun Ae is like a twin sister of Mo Mi. Both were emotionally hurt by being ridiculed for their appearance. Later, they both chose plastic surgery to transform their lives and become pretty. They worked together at a bar and became close. Due to their similar post-surgery appearances, Chun Ae was almost killed due to mistaken identity. Despite this, she doesn’t hold any grudges against her friend, and even cares for Mo Mi more, deciding to protect her at all costs, even by putting herself in danger.
Playing the character described as Nana’s “twin,” Han Jae Yi also has beautiful and captivating visuals. In scenes where she appears alongside Nana, she is not overshadowed at all.
Chun Ae tragically intertwines with a person who treated her poorly when she was unattractive. Bu Yong used Chun Ae’s affection, treating her as his “ATM.” When the truth was revealed, Chun Ae exposed Bu Yong online, shattering his life. Encountering the now miserable Bu Yong in her new life, Chun Ae extends her compassion and takes care of him. However, she doesn’t anticipate Bu Yong’s violent response, leading to a struggle where Chun Ae, with Mo Mi’s help, kills Bu Yong.
Her emotional explosion occurs when she and Mo Mi attempt to escape but are discovered by Kim Kyung Ja. In a life-or-death moment, Chun Ae identifies herself as Mo Mi, willing to protect her friend and Mo Mi’s unborn child. Even while severely injured, Chun Ae uses her last ounce of strength to save Mo Mi from Kyung Ja.
Chun Ae’s remarkable performance has brought even more attention to Han Jae Yi. Her episode is the standout in Mask Girl. The chemistry between Nana and Han Jae Yi adds to the viewers’ affection for the characters’ friendship.
Blew up late, waited 11 years to shine in a single episode
Born in 1991, Han Jae Yi has been acting for 11 years but hadn’t found her spotlight until now. Although she only appeared in one episode of “Mask Girl”, this is the biggest moment in her 11-year career.
Han Jae Yi’s real name is Ahn Sun Yeong. She started her career with the short film “The Trace” in 2012. However, it wasn’t until 2013 that she gained recognition as an actress through “Nobody’s Daughter Hae Won.” In the following years, she diligently starred in films and short films.
In 2018, Han Jae Yi transitioned to television with a guest role in the drama “Something in the Rain”. A year later, she garnered attention for her appearance in the popular drama “Hotel del Luna.” Her screen time was limited, and she played a sightless ghost, leaving a haunting impression on viewers. Despite this, it marked a turning point in Han Jae Yi’s career. Unfortunately, after this impactful role, her career didn’t soar; she continued to take lesser-known supporting roles, “even though her acting was great. After “Mask Girl”, it’s hopeful that Han Jae Yi will quickly achieve the breakthrough she deserves in her career.
Source: K14.
