Girls’ Generation’s Sooyoung to appear in 'John Wick' spinoff ‘Ballerina’
Girls’ Generation member and actor Sooyoung to appear in Hollywood film "Ballerina." Captured from Sooyoung's Instagram account
Sooyoung, a member of the K-pop group Girls’ Generation and an actor, is set to appear in the Hollywood film "Ballerina," a spinoff of the popular "John Wick" series.
Sooyoung surprised fans by unveiling her character poster for "Ballerina" on her social media Friday. She wrote, "Must protect her. Meet Katla in the movie 'Ballerina' on June 6," promoting her Hollywood debut.
"Ballerina" is the first spinoff film from the mega-hit "John Wick" franchise. It follows Eve (Ana de Armas), a ballerina from the Ruska Roma who trained John Wick (Keanu Reeves) as an assassin. After her family is killed, Eve embarks on a journey of revenge.
In the film, Sooyoung plays Katla, the daughter of Il-sung, a fellow member of the Ruska Roma. Her character is protected during Eve’s first field mission. News of Sooyoung’s unexpected Hollywood appearance has generated a wave of support from fans.
"Ballerina," featuring Sooyoung, is scheduled to premiere in North America on June 6.
This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.