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JTBC's New Drama 'Fighting Worthlessness' Unveils Striking Poster Featuring Koo Kyo-hwan
'Fighting Worthlessness' (shortened as 'FW') follows the journey of a man struggling to find peace amidst jealousy and frustration as he lags behind his successful friends. The poster, released on the 17th, highlights the fiery determination of Hwang Dong-man (played by Koo Kyo-hwan), who has dreamed of becoming a film director for 20 years. His rebellious spirit against the world's obstacles is vividly portrayed in his cluttered workspace. Despite years of battling feelings of worthlessness, his undying passion evokes a peculiar sense of satisfaction.
The poster prominently features layers of time, with scripts and books piled high, and well-worn camcorders and equipment, symbolizing Hwang Dong-man's 20-year struggle to achieve his dream of directing. While some may see these years as unproductive, for Hwang Dong-man, this space is a battlefield where he has repeatedly risen to pursue his dream, despite constant setbacks.
Amidst this, Hwang Dong-man grips a camera, casting a defiant gaze at a world quick to judge his worth. His retort to the cold prejudices of society, which dismiss his dreams as impossible, is encapsulated in his bold statement, 'Why does my life have to please you?' This rebellious spirit captures the essence of his character, delivering a powerful counterpunch to a society that measures life by success alone. It showcases Hwang Dong-man's relentless energy to forge his own path, regardless of others' opinions. As anticipation builds for the first broadcast, viewers are eager to see if his 20-year dream can finally come to fruition.
The production team stated, 'Hwang Dong-man's 20 years are not stagnant by society's standards but a process of building a strong inner self, even amidst feelings of worthlessness. His unstoppable drive, undeterred by societal brakes, will inspire and energize those facing life's red lights. Join us in supporting Hwang Dong-man's valuable journey.'
'FW' is a collaboration between writer Park Hae-young, known for crafting noble sentences from life's lowest emotions, and director Cha Young-hoon, who captures extraordinary solidarity among ordinary people with warm humanism. With 'anxiety' as a key theme, this drama is poised to turn the 'red light of worthlessness' into a 'green light of life' for viewers, making it one of the most anticipated releases of the first half of 2026. It premieres on April 18th, Saturday at 10:40 PM on JTBC.
Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr
