• Kim Go Eun, Nam Ji Hyun and Park Ji Hoo Confirmed To Star In New Drama 'Little Woman'

    'Little Women' heralds the synergy of the best writers, directors, and actors.

    On December 23rd, tvN's new drama 'Little Women' (written by Jeong Seo-kyung/directed by Kim Hee-won) announced that they had confirmed the casting of actors Kim Go Eun, Nam Ji Hyun, and Park J Hoo. 'Little Women' tells the story of three sisters who are poor but grow up friendly, and fight against the richest and most powerful family in Korea. The process of solving life's homework called 'money' of three sisters who are caught up in a huge incident unfolds in a hot and exciting way.

    Above all, the meeting of director Kim He Won and writer Jeong Seo Kyung, who have built a unique world of work, makes even the waiting exciting. From the movies 'The Handmaiden' and 'Kind Venus' to the drama 'Mother', writer Jeong Seo Kyung, who excels at bringing out the deep emotions of human beings, was in charge of writing. Here, director Kim Hee Won, who was loved by the public for his sensuous and powerful directing such as 'Vincenzo' and 'The Man Who Became King', catches the megaphone. The meeting of the two people, who drew favorable reviews for each work, is already gathering fans' expectations.

    The combination of Kim Go Eun, Nam Ji Hhyun, and Park Ji Hoo is also an expectation factor. 

    First, Kim Go Eun takes on the role of Oh In Ju, who wants to protect her family with money. Oh In Ju, who grew up in extreme poverty, realized early on that money is her protector. In front of her, whose dream was to live as much as others, an event that shakes her entire life takes place. Kim Go Eun recently received a lot of love for her portrayal of Yumi, a sympathetic character, in 'Yumi's Cells'. Kim Go Eun, who gives convincing power to any character, will show a new face with a different texture than before through 'Little Women'.

    Nam Ji Hyun takes on the role of Oh In Kyung, who does not want to sell her soul for money. Oh In Kyung is a bright and mission-minded reporter for the news agency, always working for the right thing. She was poor, but she never bows her head for money. After becoming a reporter for the first time, she sensed that the mysterious case she had faced is approaching again, and she instinctively begins to dig into it. As a strong and independent character, Nam Ji Hyun, who has a unique acting skill, stimulates expectations even more.

    Park Ji Hoo takes on the role of the third Oh In Hye, who struggles with the love of her two older sisters who work hard for her. Oh In Hye is a person who has never used good paints because of her poor circumstances, but has entered a prestigious art high school with her natural drawing skills. Park Ji Hoo, who has emerged as a promising star in Korean Film Industry ​​with an impressive performance in the movie 'Hummingbird', raises expectations about how she will portray the complex inner Oh In Hye.

    The production team said, "The lives of the three sisters are intertwined in a single case, providing a different kind of fun."

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  • Kang Ye Won Breaks Down in Tears, Says She’s ‘Destined to Never Marry’—Joins Dating Show for Her 83-Year-Old Father

    Actress Kang Ye Won got emotional as she opened up about why she took a break from broadcasting and why she’s finally giving love a chance.

    On the March 3 episode of tvN STORY’s Can I Love Now?, Kang Ye Won made her debut as a new participant looking for romance.

    During the broadcast, she revealed that negative online comments had deeply affected her. "I used to cry all the time reading comments. I get hurt easily. What might be a small wound for others feels like a huge blow to me," she shared, expressing the stress she faced from malicious remarks.

    She also admitted that at one point, she wanted to leave everything behind. "I kept thinking, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ and it became overwhelming."

    She added, "At one point, I thought, ‘I should just quit everything and move to the countryside,’ and that idea actually gave me peace," she confessed.

    When it came to dating, Kang Ye Won shared that she had always been content watching others fall in love.

    "It never worked out for me. I wasn’t the type to ask for introductions either. I just found comfort in living as an observer. Maybe it’s my fate. I’m fearful, and I lack courage. If I feel like someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start," she admitted.

    However, the actress revealed that she ultimately joined Can I Love Now? for her father. "My dad was born in 1943. He had me late in life, and his health isn’t great."

    She added, "I realized that if I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my parents any hope until the moment they pass away," she said with tears in her eyes. "My perspective on life has changed. I no longer think just about myself, but about my parents."

    Kang Ye Won’s heartfelt confession touched many viewers, leaving fans rooting for her to find happiness.

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