Jung So Min is one of the household names in the industry, and one of the stars who has a huge fan base in both the domestic and international scene.

With her recent drama, "Alchemy of Souls," booming in success, the actress is put under the microscope for "playing too safe" as an actress. Keep on reading to know more!

Jung So Min Criticized For 'Playing Too Safe' in Choosing Dramas

Without a doubt, Jung So Min is an accomplished actress of her generation. In life and career, she is extremely impressive.

Jung So Min made her acting debut in 2010 with "Playful Kiss," an instant hit that became a sensation worldwide.

She became known as one of the rising stars in the industry with the immense popularity she gained within the same year. However, she decided to go on a hiatus in 2011 to focus on her studies.

When she made her comeback drama, she drew attention for resembling famous actress Yoon Eun Hye. Unfortunately, she didn't manage to experience the same level of popularity.

In spite of her numerous works and proving her talents, Jung So Min's works remain stale compared to other actresses of her time, according to fans.

The actress has done various roles, from being the supporting role to main acting roles in "Golden Slumber," "The Smile Has Left Your Eyes" and "Because This Is My First Life."

Due to her innocent-looking visuals, most fans associate Jung So Min as the young teen who appeared in "Playful Kiss" years ago, failing to receive her much awaited breakthrough.

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After 12 years since her debut, Jung So Min managed to shake the Hallyu scene with her brilliant performance in the recently concluded fantasy romance drama "Alchemy of Souls."

Because of the drama, the South Korean beauty garnered acclaim from fans all over the world. Unfortunately, the actress will not appear in the second part of the drama, leaving fans disappointed.

Although fans criticize Jung So Min for choosing film roles over dramas, it is safe to say that Jung So Min thrives as an actress as she is one of the faces of South Korean drama regardless of what other fans think.

This 2022, she will make her most anticipated return to the big screen with "Project Wolf Hunting" with Seo In Guk, Jang Young Nam, Song Kang Ho and more.

Will Jung So Min Leave the Production Unit of 'Alchemy of Souls'?

Fans are in deep regret as the production unit of "Alchemy of Souls" announced the changes that will be made in the main actress position of the drama's second part.

In the first part of "Alchemy of Souls," which consisted of 20 episodes, Jung So Min successfully owned her acting role and dominated the global charts.

However, in Part 2, Jung So Min will join the cast with a supporting role while Go Yoon Jung assumes the main position.

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The changes were made in line with the plot of the drama, and Jung So Min expressed through her agency, Blossom Entertainment, that she doesn't have any regrets.

Catch Jung So Min and the rest of the cast of "Alchemy of Souls" Part 2 in December on tvN!

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Written by Elijah Mully.