Kim Jun-han Takes on a Challenging Role in 'How to Become a Building Owner in Korea'
'How to Become a Building Owner in Korea' is a project that actor Kim Jun-han has eagerly anticipated. Previously, he starred alongside Suzy in Coupang Play's 'Anna' in 2022 and appeared in SBS's 'Good Partner' in 2024, featuring Jang Na-ra and Nam Ji-hyun.

Premiering on March 14, tvN's new weekend drama 'How to Become a Building Owner in Korea' (hereafter referred to as 'Building Owner') tells the suspenseful story of a struggling building owner who becomes involved in a fake kidnapping scheme to protect his family and property. The drama promises a dynamic synergy between actors Ha Jung-woo, Lim Soo-jung, Kim Jun-han, Jung Soo-jung, and Shim Eun-kyung, raising audience expectations.

Kim Jun-han Takes on a Challenging Role in 'How to Become a Building Owner in Korea'
In 'Building Owner,' Kim Jun-han plays Min Hwal-seong, the close friend of Ki Soo-jong (played by Ha Jung-woo). Min Hwal-seong, with his charming looks and eloquent speech, successfully marries Jeon Yi-kyung (played by Jung Soo-jung), a wealthy heiress, but finds himself in the role of a live-in son-in-law. In his quest for recognition from his wife and mother-in-law, he becomes entangled in a series of events that spiral out of control.

Kim Jun-han has showcased his acting prowess in various projects such as 'Hospital Playlist,' 'One Spring Night,' 'Anna,' and 'Good Partner.' In 'Building Owner,' he takes on the role of Min Hwal-seong, a character central to the drama's core conflict, promising a more intense performance than ever. Kim Jun-han expressed, "The character offers multiple interpretations, which intrigued me," as he discussed the project.

Kim Jun-han stated, "Min Hwal-seong is a friend who lives by his own unique standards. Watching his choices, which he believes are justified, is both surprising and fascinating. Playing a character who defies expectations was enjoyable," sparking curiosity about how Min Hwal-seong will shake up the drama.

Kim Jun-han Takes on a Challenging Role in 'How to Become a Building Owner in Korea'
Regarding his decision to join the cast, Kim Jun-han said, "The script, written by a novelist-turned-writer, was filled with fresh and intriguing elements. The plot and character choices unfolded in unexpected directions. Additionally, working with director Im Pil-sung and collaborating with talented senior and junior actors left me with no reason to decline."

Kim Jun-han shared his excitement about working with Ha Jung-woo, saying, "As a long-time fan and admirer of him as both a senior actor and an audience member, I was thrilled to meet him. Observing his leadership and dedication to the project on set taught me a lot." In the drama, Min Hwal-seong's proposal to Ki Soo-jong, who is on the verge of losing his building, is set to create significant ripples between the two friends. Kim Jun-han described Ki Soo-jong as "a friend who has become too familiar to Min Hwal-seong," leaving viewers eager to see how their complex friendship unfolds.

'How to Become a Building Owner in Korea' premieres on March 14 at 9:10 PM.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr