On the 3rd, the drama 'Cheongdam International High School 2' (directed by Lim Dae-woong and Park Hyung-won / written by Kwak Young-im / produced by Why Not Media and Rian Contents) premiered, featuring Kim Ye-rim portraying Queen Baek Je-na, who is at the pinnacle of the elite 'Diamond 6' at the prestigious Cheongdam International High School, delivering a stable and impressive performance.
In the drama, Je-na expresses her complex feelings and deep affection toward her mother undergoing treatment for alcohol addiction while emitting an aura that overwhelms everyone with her cold and rational demeanor on campus. Furthermore, she intricately portrays her hatred and disappointment toward her father, Baek Kyo-yeon (played by Lee Do-yeob), who is in a relationship with temporary teacher Ha Min-hee (played by Ha Yeon-joo), building a meticulous emotional line through sharp glances and a cynical attitude.
Additionally, the antagonism between Je-na and the stormy transfer student Cha Jin-wook (played by Kim Min-gyu) adds to the drama's excitement. Je-na's wary look towards Jin-wook, with whom she is engaged due to adult schemes, well illustrates her personality of not easily opening her heart to anyone, while provoking curiosity about how their relationship will develop in the future.
Moreover, during a party, Je-na mentions her previously hidden engagement with Jin-wook and embarrasses Min Yul-hee (played by Park Si-woo), leaving a lasting impression of her meticulous strategist persona in the 4th episode's ending.
In this way, Kim Ye-rim meticulously portrays Je-na's sharp personality, maintaining the tension of the drama. Additionally, her performance captures the character of Baek Je-na with her expressionless face and subtle changes in her gaze, making the audience keenly aware of her inner feelings. Expectations are rising for Kim Ye-rim's remarkable work, which perfectly embodies Je-na's narrative.
Meanwhile, the high-teen psychological thriller 'Cheongdam International High School 2' is released weekly on Thursdays and Fridays at 5 p.m. on major domestic OTT platforms such as Netflix, Wavve, and Tving, with weekly episodes available for viewing on the comprehensive channel MBN at 12:10 a.m. every Friday.
Abroad, it will be available in over 190 countries through global streaming platforms and channels such as Viu, the largest OTT platform in Asia, Rakuten Viki, a global Asian content-specialized platform, Japan's ABEMA TV, and Taiwan's top subscription video platform, friDay Video.
[Photo] Capture of 'Cheongdam International High School 2' broadcast.
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