Actor Kim Ji-hoon showcased a heavy presence from the outset in the drama "Haunted Palace."
Kim Ji-hoon opened the curtains of the drama during episodes 1 and 2, aired on SBS on 18th and 19th, as a dignified monarch struggling to heal the crown prince's madness, revealing a multifaceted aspect of both the king and father.
Kim Ji-hoon played the role of Lee Jeong, a genius monarch who combines both martial and literary skills and harbors a desire for reform to create a strong nation, showcasing a powerful aura from the very first appearance. Although he struggled with the crown prince Park Jae-jun's madness not being cured, his scene where he shouted while ignoring Yoon Gap's advice to utilize shamanistic powers demonstrated Lee Jeong's steadfast character.
The multidimensional aspect of Lee Jeong, who possesses a sharp gaze yet harbors a warm heart, was fully conveyed to the viewers through Kim Ji-hoon's performance. Lee Jeong sincerely worried about Yoon Gap, who was severely injured while carrying out a mission for him, and ordered him to focus on his recovery, while also not letting go of his suspicion toward Yeori, introduced by Yoon Gap.
In particular, the scene where Lee Jeong converses with the shaman Yeori provided a peculiar tension. Lee Jeong called Yeori, who entered the palace as a glasses artisan, to try on glasses and appeared to admire her craftsmanship, while also displaying profound knowledge about glasses that astonished those around.
The secrets that Lee Jeong harbors gradually began to unravel. His efforts to deceive the Queen Dowager Han Soo-yeon, who sensed something strange while visiting and turned back to ensure the prince's condition remained undisclosed from the outside, sparked curiosity about the hidden truths he conceals.
In this way, Kim Ji-hoon expressed everything from the agonizing monarch Lee Jeong who seeks to restore the country to the father Lee Jeong who struggles to resolve the misfortune that has befallen his family, increasing anticipation for the unfolding story ahead.
[Photo] SBS "Haunted Palace" broadcast capture
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