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Yoo Yeon Seok And Esom Talk About Their Roles In Upcoming Drama "Phantom Lawyer"
Yoo Yeon Seok and Esom shared their thoughts on their upcoming drama “Phantom Lawyer” in an interview with Harper’s Bazaar Korea. “Phantom Lawyer” is a quirky yet heartwarming legal drama that follows the adventures of Shin I Rang (Yoo Yeon Seok), a lawyer who can see ghosts, and elite attorney Han Na Hyun (Esom) as they resolve the lingering grievances of their very unusual clients—ghosts—through the law. In the interview, Yoo Yeon Seok was asked about his experience acting possessed in the drama. He replied, “I just went for it without holding back. I wondered when else I would ever get the chance to completely throw myself into a role like that and let go of myself entirely if not now with the possession concept.” He continued, “In the past, when I performed in musicals, I used to find it fascinating to watch actors playing multiple roles change costumes and step back on stage. I always found that very appealing, but this was my first time playing such a wide range of characters within a single project.” Regarding the challenges of portraying Shin I Rang possessed by various characters, from an aspiring idol to a scientist, he said, “During rehearsals on set, I would observe the actors playing the ghosts or listen to recordings of them. I tried to incorporate their specific gestures and habits into my performance. Usually, towards the end of a drama, you start to feel comfortable and familiar with your character, but this set always felt brand new.” When asked what he never wants to change as an actor, he responded, “When choosing projects, I want to keep seeking out characters I haven’t played before. I want to switch up genres, and if I’ve played a good guy, I want to try a villain next. I think my fans support me in exploring different sides of myself, and I want to keep trusting that as I move forward.” Esom, who plays Han Na Hyun, an elite lawyer from a major law firm who assists Shin I Rang, was asked what she focused on while preparing for the role. She replied, “I kept wondering, why does she live while hiding her wounds? Does she really have to live so strictly by the rules? The more I looked into Na Hyun, the more I realized that if you look deep enough, everyone has wounds and loneliness. In the end, we are all just human.” When asked what the drama left her with as an actress, she answered, “I have no regrets. It wasn’t easy to fully understand Na Hyun, so I had countless conversations with the director. Whenever a new script came out, I would go to him and go over each line together, and that process continued through all 16 episodes. I think I worked like Na Hyun herself. I really wanted to shape the character well, without any regrets.” Yoo Yeon Seok and Esom’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the March issue of Harper’s Bazaar Korea. Meanwhile, “Phantom Lawyer” will premiere on March 13 at 9:50 p.m. KST.
"The Practical Guide To Love" Cast Picks Keywords To Describe Their Characters' Relationships
Han Ji Min, Park Sung Hoon, and Lee Ki Taek have shared keywords to describe the relationships between their characters in “The Practical Guide to Love”! “The Practical Guide to Love” tells the story of Lee Ui Yeong (Han Ji Min), a woman who dives into the world of blind dates after deciding to pursue love. When she meets Song Tae Seop (Park Sung Hoon) and Shin Ji Su (Lee Ki Taek), two men with strikingly different charms, she finds herself torn between them—prompting a journey towards discovering what true love really means. First, Han Ji Min picked “comfort” and “stability” as the keywords that best describe Lee Ui Yeong’s relationship with Song Tae Seop. She explained, “Song Tae Seop is someone who makes you feel comfortable in everyday life rather than through extreme or dynamic dates. When you open up to him, he quietly listens.” On the other hand, Park Sung Hoon chose “blind date” as a keyword for his character’s relationship with Lee Ui Yeong. He remarked, “Lee Ui Yeong is someone who has gone on many blind dates and doesn’t attach much meaning to them, but her first impression of Song Tae Seop feels different from all the others. That makes her think about how to continue their relationship more efficiently. Please look forward to seeing what kind of relationship Lee Ui Yeong and Song Tae Seop will form within that process.” Meanwhile, Han Ji Min highlighted “tension” as the keyword that best describes the dynamic between her character and Shin Ji Su. She explained, “The relationship between Lee Ui Yeong and Shin Ji Su is raw and filled with tension. There’s an unpredictable energy to him—you never know what he’ll do next—and that unpredictability is strangely compelling.” Lee Ki Taek defined the relationship between Lee Ui Yeong and Shin Ji Su as a “compass.” He explained, “When either of them feels lost, they help each other find the direction they need to move toward. Shin Ji Su is motivated by Lee Ui Yeong to become a better man, while Lee Ui Yeong gains the courage to face her true feelings because of Shin Ji Su.” These hints shared by the three actors have only heightened anticipation for the intriguing love triangle in “The Practical Guide to Love.” It remains to be seen what choices and outcomes the three characters’ connections will lead to.
Sung Yoo Bin, Kim Ji Hyun, And Kim Tae Hoon Bring Diverse Charms To New Drama "Shining"
JTBC’s upcoming series “Shining” has unveiled new stills of its supporting cast! “Shining” is a drama about young people who once shared a world of their own gradually becoming each other’s source of trust and the light that guides one another’s lives. Sung Yoo Bin plays Yeon Hee Seo, the younger brother of Yeon Tae Seo (Park Jinyoung). He works at a rural post office sorting mail and is bright and outgoing, unlike his quiet older brother. Despite dealing with the discomfort of an injured leg, he is a warmhearted person who always thinks first of his grandparents and older brother. Kim Ji Hyun plays Park So Hyun, the business partner and lover of Mo Seon Gyu (Kim Tae Hoon), the father of Mo Eun Ah (Kim Min Ju). A journalist from Hawaii, she visits South Korea for the purpose of covering a story and develops feelings for Mo Seon Gyu, which also leads to a subtle connection with his daughter, Mo Eun Ah. Kim Tae Hoon makes a special appearance as Mo Seon Gyu, the father of Mo Eun Ah. After his divorce, he temporarily settled in a rural town he had visited while traveling and has been raising his daughter on his own. Skilled in natural cuisine, he meets Park So Hyun when she comes to cover his cooking and grows closer to her. “Shining” is set to premiere on March 6 at 8:50 p.m. KST.
Lee Soo Kyung Is A Super Mom Adapting To Rural Life In New Drama "Cabbage Your Life"
KBS2’s upcoming drama “Cabbage Your Life” has unveiled its first stills of Lee Soo Kyung in character! “Cabbage Your Life” follows the chaotic story of Sung Tae Hoon’s city family, who suddenly end up in the village of Yeonriri, as they struggle to return to Seoul. Lee Soo Kyung plays Jo Mi Ryeo, a super mom who has raised her three sons alone while her husband is tied up with work. A housewife and social media influencer, she moves with her family to Yeonriri without any farming knowledge or experience living in the countryside. In the stills, Jo Mi Ryeo wins over the villagers with her bright smile, showcasing her exceptional adaptability. However, life in the countryside is anything but easy. The worry shadowing her usually happy face hints at the realities and challenges she will face. “Cabbage Your Life” premieres on March 26 at 9:50 p.m. KST. In the meantime, check out a teaser for the drama here!
Wi Ha Joon And Kim Jung Hyun Flaunt Contrasting Charms In New Drama “Siren’s Kiss”
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