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10 Things You Need to Know About ‘Can This Love Be Translated?’ Star Go Youn-Jung

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<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768795510085netflixkr_1768446052_3810324116399119264_2521010606.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Kim Seon-ho and Go Youn-jung for Can This Love Be Translated? | Photo courtesy of Netflix Korea</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Since its premiere on <strong>Netflix</strong>, the limited K-drama series <strong><em>Can This Love Be Translated? </em></strong>has quickly climbed to the top spot, dominating the charts and capturing viewers’ hearts worldwide.</p><p>While audiences are already well acquainted with leading man <strong>Kim Seon-ho,</strong> many are also eager to learn more about the show’s captivating female lead, <strong>Go Youn-jung.</strong></p><p>Penned by hitmakers the <strong>Hong Sisters</strong>, the series centers on <strong>Joo Ho-jin</strong> (Kim Seon-ho), a highly skilled multilingual interpreter fluent in English, Japanese, and Italian. His remarkable talent leads him to work as the personal interpreter of global superstar <strong>Cha Mu-hee </strong>(Go Youn-jung), a confident, radiant celebrity whose charm is impossible to ignore.<strong></strong><br/></p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTG6ybGkn4k/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A1235387%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Mu-hee rises to international fame following her breakout performance as <strong><em>Do Ra-mi </em></strong>in a blockbuster zombie film titled <em>The Quiet Woman</em>. Fate brings her and Ho-jin back together during a high-profile interview, where he once again steps in as her interpreter, setting the stage for their story to unfold.</p><p>As viewers grow more intrigued by Mu-hee and the woman who brings her to life, here are <strong>10 things you might not know about <em>Can This Love Be Translated? </em>star Go Youn-jung.</strong></p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768794666597netflixkr_1767571500_3802969774750860532_2521010606.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Official poster of <em>Can This Love Be Translated?</em> | Photo from @netflixkr</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><strong>She is turning 30 this year.</strong></div><p>Born on April 22, 1996, Go Youn-jung is now 29 years old. A <strong>Taurus</strong> by birth, the actress embodies the earth sign’s love for comfort, stability, and creative expression, qualities that mirror her steady rise and flourishing career in the entertainment industry.</p><p>These traits also align seamlessly with her MBTI type, <strong>ISTP</strong>. Known for their independence, adaptability, and love for action, <strong></strong>ISTPs<strong></strong> thrive on new experiences and value the freedom to work at their own pace, an approach that perfectly suits Go Youn-jung’s evolving journey as an actress.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768795727289netflixkr_1768446052_3810324116432672930_2521010606.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo courtesy of <strong>Netflix Korea</strong></span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She holds a degree in Contemporary Art.</strong></div><p>Go Youn-jung studied <strong>C</strong><strong>ontemporary Art</strong> at <strong>Seoul Women’s University</strong>, a path that could have led her to careers in museums, art publishing, private art academies, gallery planning, or even design roles in various companies, as outlined on the university’s website. </p><p>But true to her Taurus nature, the actress eventually realized that her creative expression didn’t have to be confined to traditional art spaces. Instead, she found a more dynamic canvas in the world of entertainment, where her artistry could reach a wider audience.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>She declined multiple offers from the entertainment industry.</strong></div><p>In a Netflix interview promoting <em>Can This Love Be Translated?,</em> Go Youn-jung shared that during her college years, a senior from the photography department offered to take her photos and encouraged her to submit them to a magazine. That simple suggestion led to her being selected as the cover model for <strong><em>University Tomorrow.</em></strong></p><p>The exposure quickly caught the attention of multiple entertainment agencies, who began reaching out with casting offers. However, Youn-jung revealed that she turned them all down at the time, choosing instead to focus on finishing her studies before stepping into the entertainment industry.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768794789939G-tagkTasAACRQX.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Go Youn-jung&#x27;s official cover in University Tomorrow | Photo courtesy of University Tomorrow</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768794827539G-tagkSbQAkdTBa.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo courtesy of University Tomorrow</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She began her career in entertainment as a model.</strong></div><p>After graduating from Seoul Women’s University, Go Youn-jung officially stepped into the entertainment world by signing with <strong>MAA Entertainment </strong>as a model and actress, the same agency that had previously reached out to her following her <em>University Tomorrow</em> cover.</p><p>She began building her career through high-profile commercial work, landing modeling gigs for major brands such as <strong>Nike</strong>, <strong>Giorgio Armani</strong>,<strong></strong> <strong>Ritz Crackers</strong>,<strong> </strong>and <strong>SK Telecom</strong>,<strong></strong> gradually establishing her presence in both fashion and advertising before transitioning into acting.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>She auditioned for her first acting role in <em>Parasite.</em></strong></div><p>Using the earnings from her modeling gigs, Go Youn-jung invested in acting lessons to sharpen her craft. After about six months of training, she took a bold step and auditioned for the Oscar-winning film <strong><em>Parasite.</em></strong></p><p>On <strong><em>Y</em></strong><strong><em>ou Quiz on the Block</em></strong> last year, she revealed that she auditioned for the role of <strong>Park Da-hye</strong>, the Parks’ reserved teenage daughter originally played by <strong>Jung Ji-so.</strong></p><p>Recalling the audition, Youn-jung shared, “It all feels like a dream—I can hardly remember it clearly. It was surreal, like meeting a celebrity. Director Bong Joon-ho said, ‘You remind me of Cho Yeo-jeong. I want you to capture that same presence as her daughter.’”</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><strong>She made her acting debut in 2019.</strong></div><p>Even though she missed out on a role in <em>Parasite</em>, Go Youn-jung’s passion for acting only grew stronger. In 2019, she finally made her small-screen debut in the mystery drama series <strong><em>He Is Psychometric. </em></strong></p><p>She took on the role of <strong>Kim So-hyun</strong>, a close friend of the lead who faces the challenges of early pregnancy and life as a single mother.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768795235904goyounjung_1768391565_3809867044394131024_3129378920 (1).jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @goyounjung</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She rose to prominence through <em>Moving</em> and <em>Alchemy of Souls</em>.</strong></div><p>In the second season of the hit K-drama <strong><em>Alchemy of Souls,</em></strong> Go Youn-jung took on the role of <strong>Jin Bu-yeon</strong>, the enigmatic heiress of Jinyowon, cementing her status as a rising star. </p><p>Her career momentum continued to soar when she joined the star-studded <strong>Disney+</strong> series <strong><em>Moving</em></strong>, an action-packed fantasy sci-fi drama. In the show, she brought to life <strong>Jang Hui-soo</strong>, a student from Class 3–3 at Jeongwon High School, who possesses extraordinary healing abilities passed down from her father.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>She has appeared in several music videos.</strong></div><p>Beyond her growing presence in K-dramas, Go Youn-jung also made waves in the music video scene. In 2018, she appeared in <strong>Yook Sung-jae’</strong>s <strong>“Confession”</strong> and with <strong>Penomeco</strong> and <strong>Crush</strong> for the hit track <strong>“No.5.” </strong></p><p>The following year, she continued her streak with <strong>10cm’s</strong> <strong>“However”</strong> and later starred alongside <strong>Park Bo-gum</strong> in <strong>Lee Seung-chul’s </strong>music<strong></strong> video for <strong>“I Will Give You All.”</strong></p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="925" height="525" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vmh3tZ9rW_0?si=wxROovKQlkADUlLv" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She has received multiple awards and nominations.</strong></div><p>Go Youn-jung’s standout performance in the 2022 film <strong><em>Hunt</em></strong> earned her multiple best new actress nominations, including at the B<strong>lue Dragon Film Awards, Baeksang Arts Awards, </strong>and<strong> Grand Bell Awards. </strong></p><p>She made history with <em>Moving</em><strong></strong>, claiming her first acting honors as <strong>Best New Actress </strong>at both the <strong>Blue Dragon Series Awards</strong> and the <strong>Asia Contents Awards &amp; Global OTT Awards.</strong></p><div><br/></div><div><strong>She serves as an ambassador and muse for several luxury brands.</strong></div><p>After earning the title of <strong>“face genius”</strong> from multiple South Korean media outlets, Go Youn-jung quickly became the go-to muse for luxury brands.</p><p>In 2021, she was named ambassador for the prestigious French jewelry house <strong>Boucheron</strong>. By November 2022, she had taken on a new role as brand muse for <strong>Marithé et François Girbaud</strong>. Her star power carried into 2023, landing her a high-profile <strong>Dior</strong> campaign in February.</p><p>That same year, Go expanded her reach in the Philippines, becoming an advertising model for popular clothing brand <strong>Penshoppe</strong>. Most recently, she was unveiled as one of the faces for <strong>Chanel Beauty’s COCO MADEMOISELLE Hair Perfume.</strong></p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768794987899goyounjung_1714734067_3359755330474724927_3129378920.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Go Youn-jung for Chanel | Photo from @goyounjung</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Lead photos courtesy of <strong>Netflix Korea </strong>via<strong> @netflixkr</strong></p>

<p>As fans fall for Cha Mu-hee in "Can This Love Be Translated?," here are 10 things you should know about the actress, Go Youn-jung.</p>

As fans fall for Cha Mu-hee in "Can This Love Be Translated?," here are 10 things you should know about the actress, Go Youn-jung.