Premiering on the 18th, JTBC's weekend drama 'Everyone is Fighting Their Worthlessness' follows the journey of a man struggling with jealousy and frustration among his successful friends as he seeks peace. Jeon Bae-soo plays Park Young-soo, the leader and eldest member of a group of renowned filmmakers, showcasing a strong presence.
During a gathering to celebrate the release of Park Kyung-se's (played by Oh Jung-se) fifth film, 'The Armless Second Sister', Young-soo notices the absence of team member Hwang Dong-man (played by Koo Kyo-hwan), who has yet to make his debut. He lightens the mood with a joke, saying, “Dong-man isn't here, so I can speak freely.” However, when Dong-man arrives, overwhelmed by his inferiority complex, Young-soo shows genuine concern, comforting him.
Young-soo's true leadership qualities are revealed as he feels conflicted upon hearing that Dong-man received harsh criticism from Choi Dong-hyun (played by Choi Won-young), the head of Choi Film, and that Kyung-se wants Dong-man out of the group. Jeon Bae-soo effectively portrays the complex emotions of responsibility towards the group and his inability to sever ties with Dong-man, earning praise for his performance.
Jeon Bae-soo leaves a lasting impression with his versatile acting, balancing wit and seriousness. His nuanced expressions and gaze convey deep affection and empathy towards Koo Kyo-hwan's character, adding warmth to the narrative. As the spiritual pillar of the group, anticipation builds for his future contributions.
Meanwhile, 'Everyone is Fighting Their Worthlessness', featuring Jeon Bae-soo, airs every Saturday at 10:40 PM and Sunday at 10:30 PM on JTBC.
Ryu Ye-ji, TenAsia Reporter ryuperstar@tenasia.co.kr