The '24-hour health club' has confirmed its April scheduling and revealed a perfect lineup that will invigorate the home screen.
The new KBS 2TV Wednesday-Thursday drama '24-hour health club' (directed by Park Jun-soo and Choi Yeon-su, written by Kim Ji-soo, produced by CJ ENM STUDIOS and Bon Factory) is a thrilling comic romance that showcases the journey of the passionate fitness freak manager Do Hyun-jung, who radically corrects the lives of his overly anxious gym members.
Announcing the birth of an unprecedented health drama, '24-hour health club' is a collaboration between director Park Jun-soo, recognized for his witty directing in 'Gauss Electronics' and 'Music Fairy,' and writer Kim Ji-soo, who showcased a delicate yet delightful writing style in 'Postnatal Care Center.' The meeting of this talented production team has already garnered high interest from drama fans even before its airing.
Lee Jun-young plays the role of manager Do Hyun-jung, a fitness enthusiast who suddenly takes over a rundown health club after being a world-class bodybuilder. Born with a body smaller than a 1.5 kg dumbbell, Hyun-jung turns his life around entirely through exercise. After winning first place in the Mr. David competition, a dream for fitness enthusiasts, he suddenly disappears but now becomes the manager of a local health club, engaging in a fierce survival game between self-employed individuals and trainers. As a rising star with exceptional character portrayal ability, all eyes are on how Lee Jun-young will embody Hyun-jung's charm and whether he will surpass his previous iconic roles.
Jung Eun-ji returns as gym member Im Mi-ran, who is described as 'an innocent beginner.' After a shocking breakup, Mi-ran unexpectedly joins the health club and decides to trust the overly enthusiastic trainer Hyun-jung, who promises to change her body and life, for focused training. Mi-ran's journey, sparked by her desire to overcome her breakup through exercise, faces greater trials. Jung Eun-ji, who even gained weight for the role, is set to prove her prowess as a 'believable comic icon' through her seamless acting. There's a high anticipation for how Jung Eun-ji's portrayal of the character Im Mi-ran will unfold.
Meanwhile, Lee Mi-do and Lee Seung-woo will each deliver standout performances as health club staff members Rosa and Alex. Rosa, played by Lee Mi-do, is a seasoned veteran who skillfully manages demanding members and views Hyun-jung, the second-generation manager, as an unwelcome guest.
On the other hand, Alex, known for being the club's adorable mascot, will exude a lively charm. Despite his cute face, he has a muscular physique, referred to as 'Baby-faced muscle guy,' and believes in Hyun-jung like a religion. The impact of these two characters' presence at the center of the health club on the story is expected, and viewers will be keen to see the chemistry between Lee Mi-do, Lee Seung-woo, and Lee Jun-young.
Finally, Park Sung-yeon, Lee Ji-hye, and Hong Yun-hwa will appear as the 'witch trio' of the health club. Park Sung-yeon transforms into Lim Seong-im, the leader of the 'witch trio' and an uncontrollable troublemaker. Lee Ji-hye and Hong Yun-hwa also take on the roles of Yoon Bu-young and Park Dul-hee, respectively, serving as the strong right and left arms of the trio, adding fun to the drama. The three, who became close while going to the gym, will showcase their camaraderie, like real sisters, shining with their presence in this setting. They are set to deliver an unforgettable combination of phenomenal acting that will bring laughter and emotion to viewers.
'24-hour health club' has unveiled a lineup that includes actors Lee Jun-young, Jung Eun-ji, Lee Mi-do, Lee Seung-woo, Park Sung-yeon, Lee Ji-hye, and Hong Yun-hwa, creating a combination of seven characters that will continuously invigorate viewers' hearts. The doors to fandom are wide open 24/7, as these characters, who cherish and love their bodies through exercise, are anticipated to provide healing and satisfaction to the audience through their growth.
The new KBS 2TV Wednesday-Thursday drama '24-hour health club,' which will stimulate laughter and excitement with its diverse episodes, is set to premiere on April 30 (Wed) at 9:50 p.m., following 'Villain's Country.'
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