In Water Lilies, the corrupt business owner is played by the real-life mother of actress Choi Eun-seo, who portrays Eun-seo.
In the film, the owner forces Eun-seo to call her "mom" to avoid getting caught for illegal employment.
Their acting ensemble stands out brilliantly.
Actress Lee Hyo-won, who plays the role of Hyo-won in Water Lilies, was discovered by director Lee Chanho during his research and interviews with aspiring actors while developing the screenplay.
During the interview, the director saw Lee Hyo-won's strong passion for acting and became convinced that she was the perfect fit for the lead role in Water Lilies.
Despite being a newcomer, Lee Hyo-won has made an impressive achievement by being nominated for Best Actress at multiple film festivals.
