Yoon Joo Makes a Strong Comeback in 'Cheongdam International High School 2'

Actress Yoon Joo, who bravely battled acute liver failure, has officially returned to the entertainment scene with her role in the Netflix series 'Cheongdam International High School 2'. In this series, she plays the mother of the character Bo-seok (played by Yoon Jae-hyun), who puts the protagonist Hye-in (played by Lee Eun-sam) in a difficult position, quickly capturing the audience's attention.

Yoon Joo's portrayal of Bo-seok's mother is that of a fiercely protective figure who will stop at nothing for her son. She escalates tensions by accusing Hye-in of being a school bullying perpetrator, causing chaos in the teacher's office. A particularly intense moment occurs when Hye-in's father kneels and pleads, only for Yoon Joo's character to harshly rebuff him, saying, "What are you touching? How disgusting!" This scene heightens the drama's tension to its peak.

Yoon Joo confronts Hye-in, demanding that she call her mother immediately, leading to a fierce confrontation between the two. Ultimately, Hye-in finds herself in a tragic situation, kneeling before Yoon Joo's character after being persuaded by a teacher that a record of bullying could severely impact her future education and employment opportunities.

Through this role, Yoon Joo transcends the typical portrayal of a 'bully's parent', delivering a complex emotional performance that leaves a lasting impression. Her powerful acting, despite a brief appearance, drives the narrative forward and amplifies the tension.

Yoon Joo made her debut in the film 'Bad Blood', which features a provocative storyline about a female lead seeking revenge on her biological father after being born from a sexual assault. Her exceptional acting earned her acclaim, and in 2016, she was nominated for Best New Actress at the Blue Dragon Film Awards for her role in 'Solo Vacation'.

She has consistently expanded her acting repertoire with roles in films such as 'The Outlaws', 'Passion', 'Out of Law', 'Trap', 'Miss Wife', and dramas including 'Police Station Next to Fire Station', 'Possessed', 'Choi Yong 2', and 'Kill Me, Heal Me'.

Yoon Joo began her battle with acute liver failure in 2019 and underwent a liver transplant in 2021, followed by a recovery period.