Bae Jong-ok Shines as a Powerful Mogul in Netflix's 'Lady Dua'

Actress Bae Jong-ok takes on the role of an absolute power broker in 'Lady Dua'.

The Netflix series 'Lady Dua' tells the story of Sarah Kim (played by Shin Hye-sun), a woman who aspires to become a luxury brand despite being fake, and Moo-kyung (played by Lee Jun-hyuk), a man who pursues her desires.

In the series, Bae Jong-ok plays Choi Chae-woo, the chairman of Samwol Department Store. Through her portrayal of Choi Chae-woo, Bae Jong-ok masterfully embodies the face of a power figure, combining coldness and composure, once again redefining her career-defining character.

Choi Chae-woo, who does not easily trust people, evaluates all relationships as transactions. To protect herself and her department store, she does not hesitate to make bold choices, such as destroying evidence. A particularly talked-about scene involves a bed scene with Kim Jae-won (played by Kang Ji-hwan), who is 37 years her junior.

Choi Chae-woo is a character with the insight to see through others' desires. Once she realizes Sarah Kim's calculated approach, she swiftly navigates the situation without hesitation. Her calculated demeanor over emotions convincingly demonstrates why she is called 'the person with the most in South Korea'.

In the confrontation scene with Moo-kyung, Choi Chae-woo's true value as an absolute power broker shines. She excels at discerning what her opponent wants, maintaining a calm smile even under pressure, and leading the situation, encapsulating her character succinctly.

Bae Jong-ok intricately portrays Choi Chae-woo's complex inner world, allowing her to serve as the central pillar of the story. Known for her deep performances across various genres, Bae Jong-ok showcases her broad acting spectrum in 'Lady Dua', meticulously building the coldness, sharpness, arrogance, and anxiety of a power figure, completing the mystery narrative.

By Tae Yuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr