Intrigue Builds Around 'Honor: Her Court' as Key Characters Shape the Drama's Mystery

Interest is mounting around the roles of Yeon Woo-jin, Seo Hyun-woo, and Choi Young-jun in the ENA Monday-Tuesday drama 'Honor: Her Court.' Viewers are eager to see how they will intertwine with Lee Na-young, Jung Eun-chae, and Lee Chung-ah. This drama marks Lee Na-young's return to the screen after three years, following her 2023 project 'Park Ha-kyung's Journey,' and her first since marrying Won Bin in 2015.

'Honor: Her Court' (hereafter 'Honor') is a mystery thriller about three female lawyers confronting a massive scandal from the past. Characters Baek Tae-joo (Yeon Woo-jin), Park Jae-yeol (Seo Hyun-woo), and Goo Sun-kyu (Choi Young-jun) play pivotal roles in the unfolding events, impacting the truth-seeking journey of the three lawyers from the L&J (Listen & Join) law firm, specializing in female crime victims: Yoon Ra-young (Lee Na-young), Kang Shin-jae (Jung Eun-chae), and Hwang Hyun-jin (Lee Chung-ah). As differing perspectives and stances clash over the same case, the drama promises to intensify the pressure as hidden truths come to light.

Yeon Woo-jin's character, 'Baek Tae-joo,' is an IT company CEO whose calm demeanor conceals unreadable intentions. His interactions with Kang Shin-jae are marked by subtle tension, as seen in the highlight video where he asks, "Why do you defend victims instead of perpetrators?" This question hints at deeper motives and raises curiosity about his true focus. Jung Eun-chae noted, "The character felt more mysterious and charming on set. Yeon Woo-jin added layers to the role," heightening anticipation for Baek Tae-joo's impact on the storyline.

Seo Hyun-woo, born in 1983, plays prosecutor 'Park Jae-yeol,' who engages in a tense power struggle with the L&J trio. His composed demeanor and low-toned dialogue exude pressure, casting a chilling tension over the drama. Scenes with Yoon Ra-young promise intense confrontations. Lee Na-young, born in 1979, shared, "My hands sweated a lot during scenes with Park Jae-yeol. The dialogue and conflict were intriguing, making it fun to shoot," adding to the anticipation of their dynamic energy. In the highlight video, Park Jae-yeol's line, "It's up to you, don't you understand?" encapsulates his coercive nature, suggesting he will further disrupt the case's progression.

Choi Young-jun portrays detective 'Goo Sun-kyu,' Hwang Hyun-jin's husband. While he appears gentle in daily life, he becomes relentless when involved in a case. The highlight video hints at hidden truths within close relationships, as he asks Hyun-jin, "Is there really nothing more I need to know about you?" This suggests cracks in their relationship, with Goo Sun-kyu's presence pressuring Hyun-jin to question whether revealing all truths is truly beneficial. His actions are expected to create significant ripples in the storyline.

The production team stated, "Baek Tae-joo, Park Jae-yeol, and Goo Sun-kyu deeply engage with the case from different angles, intertwining with the L&J trio's pursuit of past truths, raising the drama's tension. Their presence adds a mysterious psychological layer, expanding the work into a profound psychological thriller. Stay tuned."

'Honor: Her Court' is based on a Swedish drama of the same name and premieres on February 2nd, Monday at 10 PM on ENA, with availability on KT Genie TV and Coupang Play.

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