Capturing scenes from the first table read, Family presents a prelude to its anticipated story.
Scheduled for spring broadcast, Family chronicles the story of a NIS black agent husband who disguises himself as an ordinary office worker and a sweet but secretly fierce wife who dreams of a perfect family.
Billed as a spy-comedy, Family marks the fourth collaboration of Jang Hyuk and Jang Nara after nine years.
They previously worked in the 5th installment of MBC’s Drama Festival Old Goodbye in 2014. They are also famed for the dramas You Are My Destiny and Successful Story of a Bright Girl.
Jang Jung-do, who oversaw a number of box office hits such as the dramas What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim, Our Blues, and The Crowned Clown, is in charge of directing with Lee Jung Mook. Penning the script is Jung Yoo-sun.
In the drama, Jang Hyuk takes on the role of Kwon Do-hun, a black agent of the National Intelligence Service who disguises his identity as an employee of a trading company. He is a veteran sniper with a quick, accurate and neat one-shot, one-kill skill. He estranges himself from his family due to his busy schedule, but he is a husband full of love for his wife.
Next, Jang Nara portrays Kang Yoo-ra, the wife of Do-hun. After meeting her husband, and creating the perfect family she had dreamed of her whole life, she is a housekeeper who tries to protect her family and hides her secret behind her lovely appearance.
Joining the lead cast is Chae Jung An, Do-hun’s fellow NIS agent, Oh Chun-ryun. She seems to be enjoying a glamorous solo life, but in reality, she is a lonely woman who craves human warmth. Unlike herself, who has been through three divorces, she wants Do-Hun to protect her family to the end by helping him both physically and mentally.
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Family’s Script Reading Session
Gathered at the event are the creative team: director Jang Jeong-do, director Lee Jung-mook, writer Jung Yu-sun; and other production crew members. The actors who attended include Jang Hyuk, Jang Nara, Chae Jung An, Lee Soon Jae, Kim Kang Min, Yoon Sang Jung, Gabi, and Shin Soo Ah.
Expressing encouragement for their latest work, the directors share their thoughts about family.
“I am grateful that good actors are with the script that I talked with the writer for a long time. We will create a story that will always make you smile.” – Director Jang
“I often say that the work follows the title. Until the end, I will try to create a harmonious atmosphere like a family.” – Director Lee
At the script reading, Jang Hyuk and Jang Nara flaunt their expected extraordinary chemistry. In particular, Jang Hyuk, who plays the role of Kwon Do-hoon, exudes charisma as a black agent of the National Intelligence Service and presents tension. Then he shifts to a loving husband to Kang Yu-ra.
Along with this, Jang Na-ra, who plays the role of Yu-ra, drew admiration by raising her level of immersion with her lively and passionate acting, where scenes were drawn just by reading.
On the other hand, Chae Jung-an completely digested the role of Oh Cheon-ryun, an agent of the National Intelligence Service exudes unique girl-crush charm.
Veteran actor Lee Soon Jae portrays Kwon Woong-soo, the father of Kwon Do-hoon, who is friendly and loving. Raising laughter, he said, “I will do my best to show myself in a comical and realistic way.”
Wrapping up the event, the production team promised to work hard for the series.
“From the first reading, the chemistry of the cast including Jang Hyuk and Jang Nara was expected. All the actors and staff will prepare hard and come back with a drama that viewers can fall in love with, laugh with, and sympathize with. Please look forward to it.”
Meanwhile, Family is scheduled to premiere in April on tvN.
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