ENA's new Monday-Tuesday drama 'The Defects' revealed points to enjoy the drama 200%.
Premiere on the night of the 21st (Monday) at 10 p.m., ENA's new Monday-Tuesday drama 'The Defects' (directed by Oh Ki-hwan, written by Ahn So-jung) is an action thriller that depicts the desperate survival and revenge of children who barely survived after being abandoned by their step-parents. 'The Defects' is expected to be a hot topic this summer with its unprecedented settings and generational acting synergy. Today (the 18th), just three days ahead of the premiere, we take a look at key points not to be missed.
# Drama that won the top creativity award, 'Such a setting is unprecedented.'
'The Defects' is based on the webtoon of the same name that won the 'top creativity award' at the 2017 International Content Market SPP Webtoon Awards. The shocking worldview of an illegal adoption market where children can be bought and sold, and an adoption cartel that allows refunds if one is not satisfied, stimulates the curiosity of potential viewers with its original settings not seen in domestic dramas. The tragic narrative, even more realistic than reality, raises sharp questions to society and promises deep engagement from viewers.
# Unpredictable and bold developments crossing taboos! Every episode is a 'dining place for endings.'
'The Defects' is expected to directly address social taboos that have not been deeply explored in existing dramas, causing fresh waves. The tense confrontation between Kim Se-hee (played by Yum Jung-ah), who does not hesitate to engage in unethical behavior, and Kim Ah-hyun (played by Won Jina), who is living in hiding after being refunded at a young age, is set to raise viewer tension to the highest levels. Beyond simple stimulation, the intricate plot and strong messages, with foreshadowing coming together like a puzzle and an astonishing twist, will provide viewers with an unforgettable intensity from the very first episode.
# Casting synergy bridging established stars and rising stars.
'The Defects' features reliable actors Yum Jung-ah, Won Jina, and Choi Young-jun, alongside versatile all-rounder Kim Jin-young, and new actors appearing as 'the refunded children', promising robust acting synergy across generations. In particular, Yum Jung-ah, who plays the unethical adoption organization leader 'Kim Se-hee,' and Won Jina, who dramatically portrays the refunded child 'Kim Ah-hyun,' collide with different wounds and beliefs, forming the narrative's core. Kim Jin-young's efforts, which challenge the realm of acting beyond entertainment, are another point of anticipation. Each actor is expected to persuasively express the characters' hidden narratives and complex inner worlds, further enhancing the drama's immersion.
'The Defects' production team noted, 'We are so eager to see how this courageous thriller, facing reality head-on, will resonate with viewers.' They added, 'We have prepared intense developments that will completely shake viewer expectations from the first episode. We ask for much interest in the first broadcast of 'The Defects,' created with the utmost effort from all actors and staff, including Yum Jung-ah, Won Jina, Choi Young-jun, and Kim Jin-young.'
ENA's new Monday-Tuesday drama 'The Defects' is set to premiere on July 21 (Monday) at 10 p.m. and will also be available exclusively on TVING.
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