Kang Tae-oh, Kim Se-jeong, Lee Shin-young, Hong Soo-joo, and Jin-goo enter a gigantic romance fantasy world.
The new MBC drama 'The Moon in the River' (written by Jo Seung-hee, directed by Lee Dong-hyun, planned by Kwon Sung-chang, produced by High Ji-eum Studio), which will first air on Oct. 31 at 9:50 p.m., is a romantic fantasy historical drama featuring a crown prince who has lost his laughter and a shaman who has lost their memory. Building a generation-spanning lineup with Kang Tae-oh, Kim Se-jeong, Lee Shin-young, Hong Soo-joo, and Jin-goo is raising expectations.
First, Kang Tae-oh plays the role of crown prince Lee Kang, who is serving as a daeri-cheongjeong. On the outside, Lee Kang appears to be reckless and unruly, but inside, he hides a wound caused by the power struggle within the court after losing the person he loves. Kang Tae-oh's transformation to express the charm of crown prince Lee Kang, who quietly endures the weight of his position as the heir to the royal family while dreaming of a chance for revenge, is drawing attention.
Meanwhile, the role of the natural shaman Park Dal-i is taken by Kim Se-jeong. Having lost some of her past memories, Park Dal-i is a character who has seamlessly blended into shaman life with exceptional adaptability, continuing to ride the wave of success. Kim Se-jeong's portrayal of the Park Dal-i character, with a perfect blend of cunning, charm, and eloquence, is eagerly anticipated to stimulate viewers' desire to purchase.
In particular, the chemistry between Kang Tae-oh as the dignified crown prince Lee Kang inside the palace and Kim Se-jeong as the free-spirited shaman Park Dal-i, who roams across Joseon, draws attention. They are expected to depict the process of two figures from different worlds meeting, bickering, and intertwining with each other in an immersive way.
Lee Shin-young portrays the character Lee Un, the cousin of Lee Kang. Although he has accepted reality without the greed to reclaim his position, he is constantly on guard due to being the former heir of the king. Interest is focused on Lee Shin-young's delicate performance, which will complete the inner character of the lonely prince Lee Un.
Hong Soo-joo adds tension to the drama as Kim Woo-hee, who is the most beautiful and wise in Joseon but is fated to live like a puppet of her family. Rather than supporting the honor of her clan, she dreams of attaining the highest position in Joseon for the life she desires, portraying her ambition in an attractive manner.
Finally, Jin-goo portrays Kim Han-cheol, the absolute power holder known as 'the head above the king.' With fervent desire and cold reason, Kim Han-cheol is an ambitious figure who would even use his daughter to make Joseon his own. As Jin-goo takes on the role of Kim Han-cheol, whose endless pursuit of power shines with charisma, attention is drawn to his performance.
As such, curiosity grows regarding the synergy of the actors who will create 'The Moon in the River' together, and the hot atmosphere of the script reading scene, which captivated from the very beginning, has also been revealed. The actors, who breathed life into their characters with their distinct colors, transformed the script reading setting into the heart of the palace in an instant, showcasing fantastic synergy. Viewers are awaiting the premiere of 'The Moon in the River,' which is expected to deliver rich entertainment due to the harmonious blend of the diverse actors.
Meanwhile, the new MBC drama 'The Moon in the River' will first air on Oct. 31 at 9:50 p.m.
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