Yoon Jong-hoon and Uhm Hyun-kyung are set to captivate audiences with their on-screen chemistry.
KBS 1TV's new daily drama 'Our Happy Days' (directed by Lee Jae-sang, written by Nam Sun-hye, produced by Monster Union, Say On Media, and Contents Z) is a family melodrama that explores the explosive life-and-death battles between a seemingly perfect man and a clumsy woman, showcasing various generations striving to be the 'protagonist of their own lives.'
Yoon Jong-hoon takes on the role of Go Gyeol, a competent architect and team leader at Kangsoo Construction's Strategic Planning Division. He is expected to charm viewers with his cool exterior and warm interior. Uhm Hyun-kyung plays Jo Eun-ae, the co-CEO of AI startup 'Lucky Joy,' who spreads a happy virus with her lovable yet slightly clumsy demeanor. With the premiere just two weeks away, both actors shared their thoughts on participating in the project.
Yoon Jong-hoon expressed, "I realized that what moves people's hearts are ordinary daily life and warm comfort," citing the 'warmth of the script' as his reason for choosing the project. Uhm Hyun-kyung also noted, "The drama's overall tone is very warm and family-oriented," adding, "If it's a happy and good day, isn't it the best day? I felt that working on this drama would always make it the best day," showing her deep affection for the project. Both actors expressed their desire to work with director Lee Jae-sang and writer Nam Sun-hye, raising expectations for the new story that the excellent production team and solid cast will deliver.
Yoon Jong-hoon's character, Go Gyeol, is known for his unique coldness. He explained, "Go Gyeol carries a certain prickliness due to childhood wounds, but I believe he is actually the warmest person, which is the character's charming aspect," adding that he is focused on conveying Go Gyeol's sincerity. The anticipation for Yoon Jong-hoon's multi-dimensional performance, which oscillates between prickliness and warmth, is already building excitement.
Uhm Hyun-kyung's portrayal of Jo Eun-ae will showcase not only her quirky charm but also her high level of sociability and humanity. Uhm emphasized Jo Eun-ae's 'unexpected traits,' stating, "She is intelligent and decisive enough to develop an app with the hope that people can live comfortably." She further revealed her efforts to create a character that resonates with reality, heightening curiosity about her realistic performance.
Both Yoon Jong-hoon and Uhm Hyun-kyung commented on their acting synergy, saying, "We matched very well," raising expectations for their on-screen chemistry. Yoon Jong-hoon expressed confidence, saying, "The atmosphere is really harmonious. Thanks to my fellow actors, I believe it will be a great project." Uhm Hyun-kyung also shared, "We had a reading session with the four main characters beforehand, and it felt like we had just filmed yesterday," highlighting their perfect harmony.
Finally, Yoon Jong-hoon and Uhm Hyun-kyung conveyed their hope to share the preciousness and happiness of ordinary life through 'Our Happy Days.' Yoon Jong-hoon stated, "Stories that are warm and relatable across all age groups, from youth to middle age to old age, will unfold. I hope the drama makes your evenings a little happier and more enjoyable." Uhm Hyun-kyung added, "As a drama that makes you realize how precious happiness from ordinary life is, I hope every day for all viewers becomes 'Our Happy Days.'"
Meanwhile, KBS 1TV's new daily drama 'Our Happy Days' is set to premiere on March 30 at 8:30 PM, following 'Marie and the Strange Dads.'
Kim Se-ah, Ten Asia Reporter haesmik@tenasia.co.kr