Actress Shin Joo-ah, who married Thai business tycoon Kun Saraut Ratchanakul in 2014, has shared her excitement about her new drama role.
On the 21st, the Berry Media Content Business Presentation and the production announcement for 'Couple Scandal Season 3' took place at the Garden Hotel in Seoul. 'Couple Scandal Season 3' is a 'spicy drama' that adapts the unbelievable stories of Korean couples on the brink, presenting a reality more dramatic than fiction. The event was attended by cast members of 'Pandora's Secret,' including Kang Se-jung, Kang Eun-tak, and Shin Joo-ah, as well as 'Forbidden Temptation' actors Oh Ah-hee, Joo Hee-jung, and Kim Ye-jin.
Kang Se-jung plays Lee Sun-young, a perfectionist translator, in 'Pandora's Secret.' She expressed her curiosity and challenge in dealing with marital issues as a single woman, stating, "I felt a lot of curiosity and a sense of challenge in dealing with marital issues as a single woman." She added, "While filming, I thought, 'Such things happen,' but I still have a positive view on marriage."
Kang Eun-tak, who plays Lee Sun-young's husband, a former prosecutor turned lawyer, has taken on a surprising character transformation, shedding his previous good-guy image. He explained, "I thought this was a turning point in my acting career," and humorously added, "I'm prepared to be disliked by housewives. I might get hit with stones on the street, so I'll try not to go out much."
Shin Joo-ah, who plays the role of free-spirited ceramic artist Park Mi-na, shared, "After marriage, I had a hiatus and lived abroad, so I was thirsty for acting. When I saw the script, I thought, 'The time has come.'" When asked if her husband opposed her love scenes, she replied, "It's work, so my husband understands. But he'll watch separately," drawing laughter. She also left a memorable quote, "Marriage is a world of fantasy and chaos."
There was also significant interest in Kim Jung-hoon's return to drama. Writer Park Ji-hye explained Kim's casting, saying, "Kim Jung-hoon wanted to show a different side from what he had done before. We thought it would benefit the drama." Kang Eun-tak added, "He seems to have taken on a perfect character. As a team member, I'm looking forward to it."
Questions about the chemistry between Kang Se-jung and Kang Eun-tak, who play a sexless show-window couple, continued. Kang Se-jung praised Kang Eun-tak, saying, "It's our first project together. In person, he's very diligent and hardworking. In the drama, he's an annoying and hard-to-love character, but in reality, he's manly and easygoing."
Kang Eun-tak also expressed affection for Kang Se-jung, saying, "In the drama, she's a flawless and intellectual character, but in reality, she's full of charm and loveliness." He concluded by saying, "Our drama is different from the usual infidelity dramas. I hope you enjoy it with an open heart."
'Forbidden Temptation' PD Park Se-jin stated, "In the past, the 'makjang' genre was simply seen as provocative, but now it's established as a solid genre. As it has continued from Season 1 to Season 3, its appeal and expectations have been proven. We ask for your interest and viewership."
Kim Ye-jin, who transformed into an actress from the variety show 'I am SOLO' Season 3, expressed strong confidence, saying, "'Forbidden Temptation' is full of twists and turns. It's hard to believe it's based on real events, and it will definitely release dopamine." Joo Hee-jung added, "It's a work with the fun of choice, like the sesame leaf debate. Couples will find it more interesting to watch together."
'Forbidden Temptation' premieres on October 22nd, Wednesday at 10 PM, and 'Pandora's Secret' on October 24th, Friday at 10 PM on Berry Media GTV. 'Couple Scandal Season 3' will also be available for rebroadcast on StoryTV and Multicultural TV.
Reporter Kim Se-ah, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr