The new weekend mini-series "Confidence Man KR" from TV CHOSUN, set to premiere on Sept. 6 (today), has revealed essential viewing points ahead of its first broadcast.
"Confidence Man KR" (written by Hong Seung-hyun and Kim Da-hye, directed by Nam Ki-hoon, produced by TMI Group) is a "caper comedy" about three con artists with versatile abilities seeking revenge against the villains of this era.
"Confidence Man KR" brings together a dream team of director Nam Ki-hoon, known for "Casino," "Kiss Sixth Sense," "Oh My Baby," and "Voice 3," and writers Hong Seung-hyun of "Criminal Minds" and "Cheo Yong 1, 2," and rising star Kim Da-hye, creating a buzz both domestically and internationally with the global lineup of actors Park Min-young, Park Hee-soon, and Joo Jong-hyuk.
In this regard, "Confidence Man KR" has summarized its "essential viewing points" into four categories, anticipating the birth of an extraordinary level of caper comedy.
[Essential viewing point 1] Park Min-young, Park Hee-soon, and Joo Jong-hyuk, the acting showcase of a trusted actor legion
Park Min-young portrays Yoon Yi-rang, the leader of the "Team Confidence Man" with an IQ of 165 and a brain in the top 1%, delivering both a quirky freshness and meticulous charm, proving her prowess as an acting queen who has conquered both romantic comedies and now caper comedies. Park Hee-soon plays James, the mental pillar of the "Team Confidence Man," showcasing the most diverse transformations of his career with a combination of wit, humor, and experience, demonstrating his limitless acting spectrum. Joo Jong-hyuk, who plays Myung Gu-ho, the youngest member of the "Team Confidence Man" equipped with innocence and a sense of justice, delivers a multi-dimensional performance ranging from youthful vigor to cute clumsiness, redefining his character with chemistry at every turn. There is already immense anticipation for the trio's "face-swapping show" that is set to persuade viewers with their solid acting.
[Essential viewing point 2] Writers Hong Seung-hyun and Kim Da-hye, high-stimulation catharsis narrative
Writers Hong Seung-hyun and Kim Da-hye, who have showcased tight structure and storytelling in "Criminal Minds" and "Cheo Yong 1, 2," conceptualize "Confidence Man KR" as a financial revenge drama where the eccentric trio targets only the bad guys, delivering extreme thrills and unexpected twists. In particular, the unimaginable con acts of the lovable trio offer a refreshing blend of fun and tension, delivering exhilarating satisfaction.
[Essential viewing point 3] Director Nam Ki-hoon, endless visual gifts
Director Nam Ki-hoon, known for his delicate and sensorial direction in every work, meets the ever-changing charm of "Confidence Man KR" and unleashes his talents extravagantly. The outrageous scam plans executed by the three protagonists to take down the bad guys lead to a grandeur of scale with each episode introducing changes in location, genre, and character. Additionally, the protagonists transform into dealers, flight attendants, and doctors in diverse settings such as illegal gambling dens, the Philippines, the sky, party venues, and hospitals, adding to the entertainment value of the drama by varying genres including medical, romance, and sports with every episode.
[Essential viewing point 4] Original work plus the strengths of K-drama
"Confidence Man KR," based on the hit series "Confidence Man JP" aired on Japan's Fuji TV, enhances the strengths of K-drama through adaptations that reinforce coherence and relationships. "Confidence Man KR" focuses on aspects of the protagonists' background and relationships, as well as the reasons they engage in the con acts, thereby forming the emotional connection and empathy that are the strengths of K-drama, lowering the barriers for entry.
The production team noted, "We are thrilled and excited to finally meet the viewers," adding, "We are confident that the non-stop fun and surprises of 'Confidence Man KR' will establish it as a 'stress out drama' that will blow away the week's stress."
Meanwhile, "Confidence Man KR" will simultaneously premiere on Sept. 6 (Saturday) at 9:10 p.m. on TV CHOSUN and Coupang Play, and can be viewed in 240 countries and regions, excluding Korea, through Amazon Prime Video.
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