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tvN's has revealed the first look of its upcoming drama Jeong Nyeon by sharing two posters. On August 21, 2024, tvN took to its social media to share both posters, giving fans a glimpse into its plot and setting the tone. The post was captioned,
"The musicians are here to comfort the world during difficult times"
The drama Jeong Nyeon has already generated considerable excitement, not only because of its distinctive theme but also because of its remarkable cast and crew with names like Kim Tae-ri, Shin Ye-eun, Ra Mi-ran, Kim Yoon-hye, Moon So-ri and Jung Jung Sol-mi, the lead stars of the show. Furthermore, the poster has further elevated the level of anticipation.
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Jeong Nyeon's plot, poster, cast and more
The first poster presents the five principal performers from the top female opera troupe of the era, known as the Maeran Women's Opera Troupe. Kim Tae-ri, Shin Ye-eun, Ra Mi-ran,Moon So-ri and Jung Jung Sol-mi.
The second poster of Jeong Nyeon depicts a charming street scene of the 1950s, showcasing Kim Tae Ri's character as she gazes with admiration at the opera house's signage. The caption with this poster says "In that starland called natural play, I'll be a star too."
Set in the vibrant and romantic backdrop of 1950s Korea, the drama Jeong Nyeon is based on the popular Naver webtoon of the same name. It tells the story of Jeong Nyeon, a "natural-born vocal genius" who strives to become the top female opera performer in the post-Korean War era. The drama explores themes of rivalry, solidarity, and personal growth.
Casts of Jeong Nyeon and more
In the drama, Kim Tae Ri portrays the exceptionally talented vocalist Yoon Jeong Nyeon, a young prodigy from Mokpo who, on her own, relocated to Seoul to pursue a career as a traditional Korean opera performer.
Shin Ye-eun portrays the character of Heo Yeong-seo, a trainee who excels in singing, dancing, and acting. She is also Jeong-nyeon's professional rival.
Kang So-bok, portrayed by Ra Mi-ran, holds the position of Director at Maeran Theater Company.
Kim Yoon-hye as Seo Hye-rang is a princess of the Theater Company, and Jung Eun-chae as Moon Ok-kyung is a member.
Moon So-ri also makes a special appearance as Seo Yong-rye, Jeong-nyeon's mother, who raised her child alone while putting her past as a genius singer behind her.
The drama is being directed by Jeong Ji In, who won the 34th Korea PD Awards' "PD of the Year" for "The Red Sleeve."
A representative from "Jeong Nyeon" mentions,
"We have worked tirelessly to bring the charm of 1950s female opera to the audience. The drama perfectly captures the exceptional performances of Kim Tae Ri, Shin Ye Eun, Ra Mi Ran, Jung Eun Chae, and Kim Yoon Hye, combined with the sensitive direction of Jeong Ji In. We look forward to sharing this drama, which excels in acting, direction, and story."
More about Jeong Nyeon's cast's work
Kim Tae Ri is a renowned actress acclaimed for her performances in various films and television series. Her notable film works include The Handmaiden (2016), Little Forest (2018), and Space Sweepers (2020).
On the small screen, she has captivated audiences with her roles in Mr. Sunshine (2018), Twenty-Five Twenty-One (2022), and Revenant (2023). Notably, her portrayal in Twenty-Five Twenty-One increased her popularity wildly and earned her the prestigious Best Actress – Television award at the 58th Baeksang Arts Awards.
Shin Ye-eun rose to popularity for her portrayal in the web series A-Teen (2018) and its sequel A-Teen 2 (2019). She garnered international acclaim after starring in the Disney+ original Revenge of Others (2022) and the widely popular Netflix series The Glory (2022–2023). Recently, she appeared in the South Korean television series The Secret Romantic Guesthouse (2023).
Ra Mi-ran is widely recognized for her performances in the television series Reply 1988 (2015–2016), Avengers Social Club (2017), and The Good Bad Mother (2023), and films like Ode to My Father (2014), The Himalayas (2015), The Last Princess (2016), Miss & Mrs. Cops (2019), Honest Candidate (2020), and Citizen of a Kind (2024).
Jeong Nyeon, one of the most eagerly anticipated dramas of 2024, is scheduled to debut on October 12 at 09:20 pm (KST). The drama will air on Saturday and Sunday.
