In MBN's new Wednesday-Thursday mini-series 'First Lady,' Ji Hyun-woo is making a bold transformation as President Hyun Min-cheol, marking the pinnacle of his 23-year acting career filmography.
The MBN new Wednesday-Thursday mini-series 'First Lady' (scripted by Kim Hyung-wan, directed by Lee Ho-hyun, produced by Studio Jidam, Artist Studio, and Roadshow Plus) is set to tell the story of an unprecedented event where the husband elected as president demands a divorce from his wife, who is destined to become the First Lady. The drama vividly captures the political conspiracies and family secrets that unfold amid the suffocating tension between the president-elect couple during the remaining 67 days until the presidential inauguration.
'First Lady' draws attention as Kim Hyung-wan, an acclaimed story maker recognized for his work in dramas like 'Dream High 2' and 'Hide Identity,' and the film 'Superstar Gam Sa-yong,' finishes writing after a six-year journey. Actors Yoo Jin, Ji Hyun-woo, Lee Min-young, Han Soo-ah, Shin So-yul, Kim Ki-bang, and Oh Seung-eun are also expected to create powerful on-screen chemistry and explosive synergy.
Ji Hyun-woo is set to portray Hyun Min-cheol, the president-elect and husband of Cha Soo-yeon (Yoo Jin), indicating the birth of a new life character. In the drama, Hyun Min-cheol is an extraordinary figure, rising from a factory worker raised in an orphanage to eventually become the elected president after running for a congressional seat. After being elected president, he stands at the center of turmoil by declaring a divorce to his wife, Cha Soo-yeon, who has become the First Lady he dreamed of.
Notably, Ji Hyun-woo has built a solid acting spectrum across genres, including drama, film, musical stages, and music activities. Interest is growing in how Ji Hyun-woo, who has firmly established his unique acting world with his unparalleled charm, will complete a groundbreaking acting transformation as the president-elect Hyun Min-cheol.
In connection with this, scenes captured Ji Hyun-woo speaking about his strong beliefs as he has silently walked his path ahead of the presidential election vote counting. In the drama, a scene shows Hyun Min-cheol (Ji Hyun-woo) standing on a podium in front of many people at the Participation People's Party headquarters. During his speech, Hyun Min-cheol shows a bright smile overwhelmed with emotion while also exhibiting a serious expression reflecting his painful struggles, heightening the tension. Attention is drawn to what Hyun Min-cheol will reveal just before the presidential election vote counting and what stories are hidden behind him.
Meanwhile, Ji Hyun-woo stated, "I was very curious about how the next part would unfold while reading the script," explaining his reason for choosing 'First Lady,' and added, "It felt different from the works I have done so far, which is why I participated in 'First Lady,'" showcasing his confidence in his transformation. Additionally, Ji Hyun-woo described the character Hyun Min-cheol, saying, "'I will do my best' is Hyun Min-cheol's slogan, and he is a character who tries to keep that promise," expressing that "his determination to maintain his beliefs without being swayed by numerous temptations is attractive," raising expectations.
Finally, Ji Hyun-woo asked viewers, saying, "During the hot summer, all the staff and actors worked hard on the shoot. By the time it airs, the weather will be perfect for viewing. Various characters will appear, so please watch comfortably and enjoy."
The production team stated, "Ji Hyun-woo can be seen as Hyun Min-cheol himself, with leadership charisma that captivates the public, a deep voice and tone, and weighty acting," and added, "Please look forward to Ji Hyun-woo's explosive performance as he stands at the center of the dramatic twists and tumultuous upheaval."
Meanwhile, the MBN new Wednesday-Thursday mini-series 'First Lady' is a collaboration created by Studio Jidam and the company Artist Studio, which has actor Lee Jung-jae as a major shareholder, as well as Roadshow Plus. It will air for the first time on September 24.
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