Yuna from ITZY is officially stepping into the world of acting, and she's starting strong—taking on the role of Park Shin-hye's younger sister in a retro office comedy.
🎬 From Stage to Screen: Yuna's First Acting Role
On July 1, tvN confirmed that Yuna has been cast in the upcoming drama Miss Undercover Boss (working title), written by Moon Hyun-kyung and directed by Park Seon-ho. This marks her first official foray into acting following ITZY's recent comeback.
🕰️ Set in the Late '90s: A Retro Office Comedy
Miss Undercover Boss unfolds against the backdrop of the 1990s during the IMF crisis, combining corporate corruption and undercover missions with comedy. The story follows Hong Geum-bo (played by Park Shin-hye), a 35-year-old elite financial regulator who goes undercover as a 20-year-old high school grad at a suspicious securities firm.
💫 Yuna as the Energetic Younger Sister
Yuna plays Hong Jang-mi, the bright and bubbly younger sister of Park Shin-hye's character. Known for her natural charm and vibrant presence on stage, Yuna is expected to bring fresh energy and lovable mischief to the small screen.
🎤 Busy Summer Ahead
After wrapping up ITZY's 10th mini album GIRLS WILL BE GIRLS promotions last month, Yuna has jumped straight into filming. Meanwhile, ITZY is scheduled to perform at WATERBOMB SEOUL 2025 on July 4 at the Global Outdoor Stage in Goyang City.
Stay tuned as Yuna transitions from idol to actress in what's shaping up to be one of the most anticipated K-dramas of 2026!