Kim Jae-wook Captivates Viewers with Charismatic Role in 'Secret Audit'

Kim Jae-wook captivates viewers with his unique charm in 'Secret Audit'.

On April 14, tvN released stills of Kim Jae-wook, who transforms into 'Jeon Jae-yeol', a third-generation chaebol hiding secret loneliness behind his perfection, ahead of the drama's premiere on April 25.

'Secret Audit' is a thrilling romance drama about charismatic audit manager Joo In-ah (played by Shin Hye-sun) and ace auditor No Gi-jun (played by Gong Myung), who is demoted to handle internal misconduct. The drama unfolds with the reversal romance between Joo In-ah and No Gi-jun, who fall deeply in love while conducting thorough audits, and the humorous yet intriguing struggles of the problematic audit team investigating internal misconduct.

Directed by Lee Soo-hyun of 'That Guy is a Black Dragon' and written by Yeon Eun-ho of 'One Hit Scandal', with creator Yang Hee-seung, the drama promises high quality. The cast, including Shin Hye-sun, Gong Myung, Kim Jae-wook, and Hong Hwa-yeon, adds to the anticipation.

Kim Jae-wook plays 'Jeon Jae-yeol', the vice chairman of 'Haemu Group', a third-generation chaebol with both talent and character. Despite appearing to have it all, he harbors hidden wounds beneath his glamorous exterior. The drama raises curiosity about Jeon Jae-yeol's true feelings, which he keeps well-hidden, and Kim Jae-wook's portrayal of this complex character is highly anticipated.

Jeon Jae-yeol exudes a commanding charisma that captivates attention. His confident stride in a perfectly tailored suit as he walks through the lobby is eye-catching. Despite maintaining an impeccable appearance at all times, his eyes reveal a hint of melancholy, sparking curiosity about his secret story and how he will intertwine with Joo In-ah and No Gi-jun.

Kim Jae-wook shared, "The unique setting of a 'corporate misconduct audit team' was intriguing. The script was fast-paced and easy to read, with various episodes unfolding in each episode. The realistic events and relatable characters made it highly immersive, and the growing closeness between the two protagonists was truly captivating."

Regarding his character 'Jeon Jae-yeol', he added, "He is a person with a heavy responsibility to lead the company. He must always appear composed and leader-like, hiding the sharpness from fierce competition for corporate succession, while being a lonely person with significant deficiencies and regrets about past choices."

'Secret Audit' premieres on April 25 at 9:10 PM.

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