Lee Joon Gi and Kim Ji Eun are set to conspire against an evil politician in the new SBS drama Again My Life.
Before the launch date on April 6, the lead stars together with the showrunners attended the drama presentation which was held online. Also present at the event are Jung Sang Hoon, Kim Jae Kyung and PD Han Chul Soo.
Based on a web novel of the same name by Lee Hae Nal, Again My Life traces the story of a prosecutor whose investigations get him brutally murdered. The grim reaper gives him another chance at life as he resurrects his 18-year-old self and uses his knowledge of the future to solve old crimes and exact revenge on his enemy.
In the drama, Lee Joon Gi takes on the role of Kim Hee-woo, a prosecutor who does not compromise before law and justice. After being murdered while investigating the corruption of Jo Tae-seop (Lee Kyung Young), a political mogul who stands above the law and controls the Republic of Korea, he miraculously gets a second chance in life.
On What Made Lee Joon Gi Take The Role
Initially, Lee had already turned down the offer, but he changed his mind and agreed on the second love call to join the cast. The actor explained how he might self-replicate his previous roles in the dramas Lawless Lawyer and Criminal Minds.
Subsequently, after reading through the script, he immersed himself into the character by studying the story keenly. PD Han reveals how he has only the actor in mind for Kim Hee-woo.
Regarding the concerns about similarities to his previous roles that he was worried about, Lee conveyed how the director’s pitch won him over.
“I thought that if I played another character with a deepened heart, I could show the viewers something new. After meeting with the director, I was convinced. The director’s words of wanting to offer cool things to viewers in such a frustrating and difficult time like a fortress were in line with mine. I thought of making a drama like that, so I did it.”
A New Challenge For Lee Joon Gi
As the setting of the work is the second time in the lives of the characters, Lee Joon Gi confessed to the struggle of assuming a younger version of his character. But he was able to pull it off with his inherent charm.
“How should I show the past, I am already old? When I go back, I was young and I was afraid that I had to radiate energy. Fortunately, the director guided me well, so I was able to shake off my worries and play the role of Kim Hee-woo in my twenties.”
Expounding on the theme of the story, Lee gave an overview of the narrative and characters.
“I feel that this role is definitely different, as the previous characters lost their parents and lost their families and lived for revenge. I think I will be able to show you a story that has a goal. It is happy, fun, exhilarating and thrilling. There is also revenge, but I think it is a drama that can answer the justice we dream of. This is a drama that can answer various emotions and situations I hope I can show you.”
When asked which time would he go back if he will be given a chance, Lee responded with an interesting answer.
“I am satisfied with my life now. But if there’s a chance I would like to go back to the time when the movie The King and The Clown was released.”
Kim Ji Eun To Bring A New Character Flavor
Kim Ji Eun was chosen as the female lead to work with Lee Joon Gi. She plays the role of Kim Hee-ah, a famous genius and the only daughter of the Cheonha Group. She is a person who is not missing out on beauty and specs plus she has strong confidence.
Sharing her attraction to the story, the actress gratefully accepts the challenge of her new work. She relays how her previous character in The Veil was vengeful. Thus, this time, she wants to bring out a new way of expressing it.
She also shares that working with Lee Joon Gi was great.
“Lee Joon Gi is an energizer. He always acts as if it’s his first filming and he looks the happiest and most enjoyable on set. Lee inspires me with the thought of someone I have to emulate as an actress.”
Jung Sang Hoon Reveals Filming Stories
Character actor Jung Sang Hoon suits up as Lee Min-soo, a senior and friend of Kim Hee Woo. Albeit appearing sloppy on the outside he is genius in arts and sciences. He finds the fun and reward of life through Kim Hee-woo.
Bubbly sharing how the shooting situation went through and his preparation for Min-soo, the actor vowed delightful duo moments shared with Hee-woo.
“I thought a lot about how to express my intellectual character so that viewers would enjoy it. I tried hard to express the leisure of that genius. We shared a lot of conversations while filming. Joon Gi gave us a lot of tips, and the skill we had to match became a win-win. situation.”
Kim Jae Kyung Is Thankful For Again My Life
Portraying the role of Kim Han-mi, is Kim Jae Kyung. She is a righteous reporter whose life changes after knowing Kim Hee-woo. Revealing the reason why she was drawn to the story, the actress also expressed receiving encouragement from the drama.
“I was drawn to this work because it was an opportunity to deviate from the safe framework of Again My Life. When I heard the names of the actors, I also thought that I wanted to breathe with them. I was thinking that my life was a bit stagnant, and living as Kim Han-mi for the past few months and looking at Kim Hee-woo was such a pleasant motivation.”
Lastly, the production team and actors mentioned the point of watching Again My Life.
PD Han said, “It is Kim Hee-woo’s uprightness and action to realize justice.”
Meanwhile, Lee Joon Gi remarked that it is a work that can give us a little bit of strength and happiness in this difficult situation.
Finally, Kim Ji Eun promised that the series is not just a “simple revenge drama”. said, “Our drama is not a simple revenge drama.”
Again My Life premieres on April 8 on SBS. International fans can watch it on Viu.
Source: SBS News | IMBC
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