Behind-the-scenes stills of actor Taecyeon have been unveiled, capturing the attention of fans. Taecyeon stars in the KBS 2TV drama 'The First Night With the Duke,' which recently recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 3.3% according to Nielsen Korea.
In the latest episode of the KBS 2TV Wednesday-Thursday drama 'The First Night With the Duke' (directed by Lee Woong-hee, Kang Soo-yeon | written by Jeon Sun-young | produced by StudioN, Monster Union), the character 'Lee Beon' discovers the true feelings of 'Chaseonchaek' (played by Seohyun) while diligently nursing her through an epidemic. This revelation leads to a series of intense romantic declarations such as, “I will make you my heroine,” and “Being together feels dangerous, but my only interest is you, Chaseonchaek.” The passionate romance captivated viewers, with Lee Beon's unwavering affection for Chaseonchaek.
As the plot unfolds, Lee Beon uncovers the threats to Chaseonchaek's life, showing no mercy in torturing those responsible and boldly confronting the royal court to protect her. The drama's intensity peaked with a dramatic underwater rescue and a passionate kiss between Lee Beon and Chaseonchaek.
Taecyeon masterfully portrays Lee Beon, a character who knows no games in love, filling the screen with his captivating charm. His sincere expressions and tone convey Lee Beon's deep affection for Chaseonchaek, thrilling viewers with the romance. Taecyeon's nuanced performance, combined with his deep voice, enhances Lee Beon's devoted character, making the romance even more compelling.
The newly released behind-the-scenes photos showcase Taecyeon's diverse charms, from his gentle gaze to his charismatic and mysterious aura. His seamless embodiment of Lee Beon in traditional Korean attire heightens anticipation for the drama's future episodes.
Taecyeon shared, “Lee Beon is a character who undergoes rapid changes and growth after falling in love with Chaseonchaek. Playing a character who is straightforward in love was challenging, especially in delivering Lee Beon's confessions. I focused on conveying his sincerity through his eyes, as he is a man of few words and more action. I hope viewers can feel Lee Beon's genuine emotions. From episode 7 onwards, the unpredictable fate surrounding Lee Beon and his relationships will unfold in even more intriguing ways, so please stay tuned and watch the broadcast.”
The new KBS 2TV Wednesday-Thursday drama 'The First Night With the Duke' airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 9:50 PM.
Reporter Kim Se-ah, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr