In 'Confidence Man KR', Park Min-young and Joo Jong-hyuk hint at a 180-degree transformation of the main characters who burst with immersion through a 'sweet beach two-shot'.
The new weekend mini-series 'Confidence Man KR', which first aired on TV CHOSUN on the 6th (written by Hong Seung-hyun and Kim Da-hye, directed by Nam Ki-hoon, produced by TMI Group), captivated viewers with the heartfelt performances of Park Min-young, Park Hee-soon, and Joo Jong-hyuk, who perfectly transformed into three versatile con artists, alongside a whirlwind of captivating events.
In the first episode, 'Team Confidence Man' members Yoon Yi-rang (Park Min-young), James (Park Hee-soon), and Myung Gu-ho (Joo Jong-hyuk) successfully deceived their first target, the shaman Baekhwa (Song Ji-hyo), and approached their second target, Jeon Tae-soo (Jung Woong-in). Meanwhile, while Yoon Yi-rang and Myung Gu-ho were building trust with Jeon Tae-soo, who was desperate to siphon off significant slush funds abroad, the episode concluded with a tense cliffhanger as Jeon Tae-soo suddenly pointed a gun at them, saying, 'Who are you?'
In related news, Park Min-young and Joo Jong-hyuk showcase a completely opposite demeanor compared to the first episode, where they were immobilized by the threat of villain Jeon Tae-soo. The scene portrays Yoon Yi-rang and Myung Gu-ho toasting at a picturesque beach in the Philippines. Dressed in a long chiffon dress and a cap, Yoon Yi-rang presents a comfortable yet luxurious travel look as she suggests a toast with a bright smile. Meanwhile, Myung Gu-ho, styled in a flashy patterned shirt and tinted sunglasses, relaxes on a sunbed and shares a toast with Yoon Yi-rang, effectively wiping away their fearful little looks from the first episode. As Yoon Yi-rang lovingly feeds Myung Gu-ho, the cheerful atmosphere raises curiosity about how the two reached this moment of peace and their unexpected appearances.
At the same time, Park Min-young and Joo Jong-hyuk enjoyed happiness while filming this scene on the actual beach in Manila, Philippines, creating a lively atmosphere. Park Min-young raised her champagne glass and cheerfully exclaimed, 'Cheers to the Manila sea!' which lifted the mood, while Joo Jong-hyuk playful behind Park Min-young, capturing the moment like a photoshoot and showing off his cute side. The two engaged in witty banter using their lines, fully embodying their characters and displaying vibrant chemistry.
The production team stated, 'The unpredictability that is the baseline of 'Confidence Man KR' will continue into the second episode,' and added, 'Make sure to check out the secret behind the dramatic reversal of Park Min-young and Joo Jong-hyuk, which seems to have suddenly shifted from crime drama to refreshing romantic comedy.'
Meanwhile, 'Confidence Man KR' will be released simultaneously on TV CHOSUN and Coupang Play, and globally, it will be available in 240 countries and regions excluding Korea through Amazon Prime Video.
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