Actress Seo Hyun Jin has spoken about the mixed reactions to her mystery melodrama, The Trunk.
On December 6, Seo Hyun Jin sat down with Spotv News, where she shared her honest thoughts about the audience's divided opinions. She admitted, “I’m aware of the mixed reactions to The Trunk.”
The Trunk tells a unique story revolving around a secretive marriage service, unveiled through a mysterious trunk found floating by a lakeside. The plot explores the complex relationship between two individuals tied to this unusual matchmaking process.
Based on Kim Ryeo Ryeong’s bold and imaginative novel, the drama has a star-studded team with director Kim Kyu Tae (Our Blues, It’s Okay, That’s Love) and writer Park Eun Young (Hwarang).
While some viewers praise its faithful adaptation and daring storytelling, others find its intense tone and provocative themes a bit too heavy.
Seo Hyun Jin acknowledged the mixed responses, saying, “Even during filming, I expected that some people would enjoy it, while others might feel uncomfortable. The tone is dark, and there aren’t many light moments to catch your breath. It’s not the kind of drama to watch casually at the end of the day.”
She added, “For viewers who prefer something deep and thought-provoking to dive into over a relaxing weekend, this drama might be a better fit.”
In The Trunk, Seo Hyun Jin plays Noh In Ji, a woman with a complicated view of marriage. Although she dislikes the idea of marriage herself, she works for a contract-based matchmaking service and ends up meeting her fifth husband, Han Jung Won.
The drama’s unique concept and intense execution have sparked conversations online, with fans and critics debating its themes and storytelling style.
Despite the differing opinions, Seo Hyun Jin’s powerful performance has earned praise, proving once again why she’s one of Korea’s most versatile actresses.
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