Ryu Hye-young shares her thoughts with viewers as the associate attorney Bae Mun-jung in 'Seocho-dong.'
The new tvN weekend drama 'Seocho-dong,' which will premiere on July 5, 2025 (written by Lee Seung-hyun, directed by Park Seung-woo, planned by CJ ENM Studios, produced by Chorokbaem Media), depicts the growth journey of five associate attorneys who commute daily to the Seocho-dong legal town.
Ryu Hye-young (as Bae Mun-jung), known for her solid and deep voice and delicate eye performances, is garnering much attention with her newly presented legal character. She noted, "I had my first meeting with the director, and that moment was so enjoyable. I always dream of having a fun set, and I thought it would really be a fun set with the actors and the director, which was the reason I chose 'Seocho-dong.'
Additionally, she conveyed that "the situations Mun-jung faces are not different from what my friends of the same age are currently worried about, and since we are of a similar age, I felt I could express Mun-jung well." Therefore, she said, "I felt attracted to the idea that I could share these concerns with viewers through Mun-jung. The character's ordinariness makes it relatable and easier to empathize.
In the drama, Bae Mun-jung (Ryu Hye-young) has a rough speech style but is a very warm and affectionate person. Ryu Hye-young humorously compared her character's vibrant exterior and spicy kick, saying she is like "a hearty doenjang jjigae with added cheongyang chili peppers."
She continued, "As I learned more about Mun-jung, I felt that my affection for people is considerably lacking compared to her overflowing love for others. While acting, I tried to love people more, especially those around Mun-jung, and I attempted to approach them on a human level. To achieve that, I wanted to show the most comfortable side possible when setting the tone.
Ryu Hye-young aimed for a bold transformation, not just in her inner persona but also in her appearance. "I thought it would be nice to show some loveliness, so I boldly cut my hair short after discussions with the director to maximize these aspects," raising curiosity about the Bae Mun-jung character to be completed through Ryu Hye-young's efforts.
Finally, Ryu Hye-young stated, "'Seocho-dong' is something you can enjoy casually while eating rather than focusing intensely on it. You will unknowingly become engrossed and find yourself empathizing." The first broadcast of 'Seocho-dong,' which will become a mealtime companion for office workers, is eagerly awaited.
The spicy and refreshing charm of associate attorney Ryu Hye-young will be revealed in the new tvN weekend drama 'Seocho-dong,' which premieres on July 5, 2025, at 9:20 p.m.
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