'Red Pearl' musters the reassuring support fire of veteran actors who boast gravitas.
KBS2's new daily drama 'Red Pearl' (written by Kim Seo-jeong, directed by Kim Seong-geun, produced by DK E&M, Monster Union), set to premiere on the 23rd at 7:50 p.m., is a meticulous and intense saga of revenge that depicts two women who return under false identities uncovering the sins and truths hidden in the Adel family.
Stills released on the 6th capture the colorful appearances of Lee Myeong-ho, Cha Gwang-soo, Gyeong-suk, Jeong Ui-gap, Ha Jae-sook and Geum Ho-seok, who are placed in various vested-interest positions, raising anticipation even before the broadcast.
First, Lee Myeong-ho plays Song Geun-tae, the driver of Oh Jeong-ran (Kim Hee-jeong). He will help the malicious Jeong-ran commit various incidents and shake up the plot. His hapless charm is felt in the stills where he seems to be watching for cues, making viewers anticipate his chemistry with Oh Jeong-ran.
Cha Gwang-soo plays Choi Sam-sik, the father of Choi Yuna (Cheon Hee-ju). He is buffeted this way and that by his vain daughter Yuna and his wife Hong Young-sil (Gyeong-suk), creating a bittersweetly comic image. With a perfect couple rhythm with Young-sil, he adds vitality to the drama.
Gyeong-suk plays Choi Sam-sik's wife Hong Young-sil. With the realistic bickering couple chemistry she shares with Choi Sam-sik, she draws viewers' empathy and adds to the drama's entertainment. Filled with vanity, she becomes entangled unexpectedly with Kim Dan-hee (played by Park Jin Hee) and Oh Jeong-ran, showcasing diverse facets.
Next, Jeong Ui-gap plays James Lee, transforming into a reliable supporter of Baek Jin-ju (Nam Sang-ji). He becomes Jin-ju's new protector after she loses her family, staying by her side and radiating a warm presence. Moreover, each time he meets Jeong Yoon-jung (played by Ha Jae-sook), he forms a peculiar dynamic that offers viewers a different kind of fun.
Ha Jae-sook plays Jeong Yoon-jung, Kim Dan-hee's close friend. She knows all of Kim Dan-hee's secrets and becomes a trustworthy aide. She also shows a quick back-and-forth with James Lee, creating comedic situations that inject energy into the drama.
Geum Ho-seok plays Jeong Woo-jin. As suggested by his gentle smile in the stills, he is a kind and attentive person who offers warm consolation whenever Kim Dan-hee struggles, bringing comfort to an otherwise tense drama. He also shows realistic sibling chemistry with his older sister Jeong Yoon-jung, further enhancing his presence.
In this way, Lee Myeong-ho, Cha Gwang-soo, Gyeong-suk, Jeong Ui-gap, Ha Jae-sook and Geum Ho-seok are expected to reinforce the drama's narrative with solid acting skills. In addition, they raise anticipation by weaving various storylines through different relationships with the vengeful Park Jin Hee and Nam Sang-ji.
Meanwhile, KBS2's new daily drama 'Red Pearl' will premiere on the 23rd at 7:50 p.m. as the successor to 'A Graceful Liar'.
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