Actor Park Ki-woong delivers a nuanced performance, capturing subtle emotional shifts.
In episodes 9 and 10 of KBS 2TV's weekend drama 'Prescribing Love' (directed by Han Joon-seo, written by Park Ji-sook, produced by HB Entertainment), aired on February 28 and March 1, the revelation of the affair between Lee Hee-kyung (played by Kim Bo-jung) and Min Yong-gil (played by Kwon Hae-sung) caused a stir.
Yang Hyun-bin, who accidentally witnessed the two on the street, sternly rebuked Yong-gil, saying, “Did you not know she was from the director's family? Don't you think about your child?” He then confided in his stepmother, Cha Se-ri (played by So Yi-hyun), to rectify the situation.
Hyun-bin also took proactive steps to resolve the deepening family conflict over election issues. Once ashamed of his family, he surprised viewers with his changed attitude, saying, “I’m thinking of rebranding our family for Princess.”
He facilitated a heart-to-heart conversation over mate tea between Yang Sun-chul (played by Joo Jin-mo) and Yang Dong-ik (played by Kim Hyung-mook) to mend their relationship. He also offered sincere and practical advice to his cousin Min Ji-hoo (played by Jo Yi-hyun), who was struggling with her parents' divorce, providing comfort.
In episode 10, as tensions escalated around Gong Dae-han (played by Choi Dae-chul) and Yang Dong-sook (played by Jo Mi-ryung), the two families faced another critical juncture. Yang Hyun-bin's efforts to resolve the issues highlighted his growing maturity.
Park Ki-woong skillfully portrays a character who gradually opens his heart, moving away from his past of ignoring his family, enhancing the drama's engagement. As his transformation towards his family becomes more convincing, anticipation builds for the unfolding developments in the Yang family and Hyun-bin's journey.
Meanwhile, episodes 11 and 12 of 'Prescribing Love' will air consecutively on March 8 at 8 PM.
Reporter Kim Se-ah, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr