Actor Kwon Hyuk is currently starring in MBC's Friday-Saturday drama 'Brilliant Season of You.' Previously, Kwon Hyuk played the role of Seok Jin-ho, the ex-boyfriend of Ji-song (played by Jeon So-min) and husband of Ahn Chan-yang (played by Jang Hee-ryung) in the KBS JOY drama 'Sorry for Today,' which concluded in March last year.
Premiering on the 21st, MBC's 'Brilliant Season of You' (planned by Nam Goong-seong, written by Jo Seong-hee, directed by Jeong Sang-hee and Kim Young-jae, produced by Fan Entertainment) is a drama that portrays an unpredictable 'brilliant' romance between 'Chan,' a man who lives every day like an exciting summer vacation, and 'Ran,' a woman who has confined herself to winter. The show is expected to deliver a dense narrative involving various characters across generations, genders, and professions.
In the drama, Kwon Hyuk takes on the role of 'Yeon Tae-seok,' the COO of the high-end fashion brand Nana Atelier, known for his calm demeanor and precise execution. In episodes 1 and 2, aired on the 20th and 21st, Kwon Hyuk captivated viewers with his tall stature, deep voice, and restrained expressions, perfectly embodying the character of Yeon Tae-seok.
Yeon Tae-seok made his first appearance with an impeccable formal hairstyle and suit, greeting Sun Woo-chan (played by Chae Jong-hyeop) with a handshake for a character collaboration project at Nana Atelier. His polite yet business-like demeanor contrasted with the cheerful and lively Sun Woo-chan, highlighting Yeon Tae-seok's cold yet charming personality.
Yeon Tae-seok's meticulous and sincere attitude towards his work was evident when he offered a vitamin set to Kim Nana (played by Lee Mi-sook), the head of Nana Atelier, out of concern for her health. Despite her protest, "As a COO, you should stop worrying about such things," Yeon Tae-seok's firm response, "I do it because I want to," conveyed a sense of reliability.
Meanwhile, the stark contrast between the serious Yeon Tae-seok and the free-spirited Kim Nana's granddaughter, Song Ha-young (played by Han Ji-hyun), created a unique chemistry. Yeon Tae-seok's unchanging expression and tone amused Song Ha-young, who mimicked him, saying, "It's fun to tease you." His gentlemanly act of helping Song Ha-young when she almost fell while chasing her sister's stalker added another layer of excitement to their storyline.
Kwon Hyuk not only portrayed Yeon Tae-seok's gentlemanly image with his striking visuals and proportions but also brought the character to life with his restrained expressions and deep voice. His interactions with Lee Mi-sook's Kim Nana as a reliable right-hand man and Han Ji-hyun's Song Ha-young as a supportive figure added diversity to the drama.
As 'Brilliant Season of You' continues, viewers are eager to see how Kwon Hyuk will unfold Yeon Tae-seok's story with his unique image and acting.
Meanwhile, 'Brilliant Season of You,' featuring Kwon Hyuk, airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM on MBC.
Reporter Kim Se-ah, Ten Asia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr