Kim Jeong-hyeon, the history of civil affairs that he only realized after self-reflection

There was no stiff face or rejection of skinship. Kim Jung-hyun, who is returning to the small screen after causing controversy due to controversy over his private life with his ex-lover, actress Seo Ye-ji, apologized by lowering his head to 90 degrees, saying he was approaching it with a new mindset.

MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Season of Kokdu', which will be aired for the first time on the 27th, is Kim Jung-hyun's return after two years. Kim Jung-hyun was at the center of criticism in April 2021 when it was belatedly revealed that he had been gaslighted by Seo Ye-ji.

Kim Jung-hyun was dating Seo Ye-ji at the time of filming the MBC drama 'Time', which aired in 2018, and following her instructions, he refused to have any skinship with his co-star Seo-hyun, raising suspicions that the script and directing were drastically revised because of this. According to the published text conversation, Seo Ye-ji called Kim Jung-hyun ‘Kim Tak-tak’ and said, “Make it hard, whatever.” Change it well. Sent messages such as “No skinship.”

Accordingly, Kim Jung-hyun refused to link arms with Seohyun during the photo time of the production press conference for 'Time' and showed a dark expression the entire time, sparking controversy over his attitude. He quit the drama midway and became a 'nuisance man.'

Kim Jeong-hyun reappeared as the lead actor in 'Season of the Kokdu' at MBC Golden Mouse Hall, where the 'Time' production presentation was held for the first time in five years. During the photo time, he bowed his head and said, “I will work hard.” When MC Park Kyung-rim asked him to speak loudly, Kim Jeong-hyun once again strengthened his resolve, saying, "I will work hard with a new mind." Next, he and Lim Soo-hyang showed a friendly appearance by striking various poses such as hand hearts and head hearts with bright smiles.

Kim Jung-hyun's return work, 'Kkokdu's Season', is a fantasy romance drama about Kkokdu, the god of death who comes down to this world every 99 years to punish humans, and meets Han Je-jeol, a doctor with mysterious abilities. In the play, Kim Jung-hyun plays two roles: Kokdu, the god of the underworld, and Do Jin-woo, a professor of surgery at Pilseong Hospital.

Above all, Kim Jung-hyun expressed his gratitude to MBC. There may be a negative perception of Kim Jung-hyun because the 'Time' work that caused a nuisance five years ago is also an MBC drama, but this is because it was more willing than anyone else to reach out to Kim Jung-hyun, who was in self-reflection.

Kim Jeong-hyun said, “If it is long or short, I am grateful to MBC for reaching out first within a short period of self-reflection. “During that time, many things happened to me personally, and I think it was a time for me to reflect and become stronger.”

He said, "Actually, I don't remember much from 5 years ago. It's unfamiliar to me." He continued, "There may be many expressions for coming back to MBC for the first time in 5 years and holding a production presentation, but I can't help but feel grateful. I can't tell more stories and add more flesh. “ “I feel like I have nothing but gratitude in my heart,” he added.

The script was received in advance in early 2022. Kim Jung-hyun said, "I received a mention about the work while I was adjusting to my new agency. Even before the director was chosen, I had several meetings with the production team and prepared. Step by step. I knew the identity of this script since early last year, and I watched it little by little and waited. “It was coming,” he explained.

He continued, “This is my first time saying this here, but from the time I started working on this project until now, I have been personally worried that something might happen to the team, and that the passion of the actors and the work might be ruined by a person like me. I am grateful that much more diligently. “I'm preparing with my heart, so I hope you'll look at me kindly,” he said, standing up once again and bowing his head.

He also showed trust and faith in his co-star. Kim Jung-hyun said about Lim Soo-hyang, "We are the same age, and we have been working together comfortably since we first met. As a partner, she acts stably. Thanks to that, I am acting comfortably. Because she keeps me centered well, I have prepared a good table for her.” He was full of praise, saying, “I just put a spoon on it.” Lim Soo-hyang also emphasized, “I jokingly said I wanted to win the Best Couple award.”

Kim Jeong-hyun was brought to the judging table. The label will not disappear, but the most important task is acting skills. It is clear that the public will view it more keenly than ever. Attention is being paid to whether Kim Jung-hyun, who shouted "Kim Dan-dan" rather than "Kim Tak-tak," will be able to capture the hearts of the public who have turned their backs on him with his solid acting skills .

Taeyuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr