Nam Ji Hyun has shared why she was drawn to her new drama “To My Beloved Thief.”
“To My Beloved Thief” tells the story of Hong Eun Jo (Nam Ji Hyun), a lady who unexpectedly turns into a bandit often known as Gil Dong, and Yi Yeol (Moon Sang Min), a royal prince of Joseon who switches souls together with her whereas pursuing her. After their sudden soul change, the 2 find yourself saving one another and in the end defending the individuals.
Returning to a historic drama for the primary time in eight years, Nam Ji Hyun shared, “It’s been some time since I final did a sageuk (historic drama), so I really feel excited, nervous, and stuffed with anticipation. Though the hole between my historic initiatives grew to become unexpectedly lengthy, I’m actually joyful to have the ability to greet viewers once more with a fantastic manufacturing. It is a venture stuffed with the dedication and sincerity of so many individuals, so I hope it receives plenty of curiosity and love.”
As for what made her resolve to tackle “To My Beloved Thief,” she mentioned, “The script is extremely enjoyable. I used to be moved by every character’s backstory, the best way they affect each other, and the way they arrive to know and alter by their relationships. I particularly love how that development doesn’t cease with Hong Eun Jo and Yi Yeol, however expands to have an effect on their complete worlds.”
She additionally pointed to the dialogue as one other main draw. “The traces are very full of life—some would possibly even really feel fairly dramatic—however throughout the story, they carry a number of energy. I hope viewers take pleasure in that side as effectively,” she added.
Talking about Hong Eun Jo, who works as a doctor by day and a bandit by evening, Nam Ji Hyun defined, “Hong Eun Jo’s allure lies in her upright and resilient coronary heart. For those who take a look at her actions purely logically, there could also be moments that appear laborious to know, however when you think about her heat but sturdy nature, every little thing she says and does is smart.”
She continued, “Even when her life is in danger, Hong Eun Jo prices ahead with out hesitation. She tries to cover or deny this facet of herself, however it will definitely exhibits by—and in the long run, she involves acknowledge it.”
Nam Ji Hyun additionally shared the thought she put into shaping the position. “What I centered on most was her gaze and perspective. Hong Eun Jo meets so many various individuals, and I felt there wanted to be delicate variations in how she interacts with every of them,” she mentioned. “Whereas she maintains fundamental courtesy, she chooses her phrases rigorously relying on the state of affairs, and even when dealing with somebody of upper standing, she speaks as much as persuade them if one thing feels incorrect.”
She added, “She’s fearless relating to issues involving herself, however in entrance of affection, she turns into extremely small and hesitant with concern. I needed all of those components to come back collectively so Hong Eun Jo would really feel like a completely three-dimensional character. I had many discussions with the author and director all through this course of, and people conversations helped me tremendously in understanding the venture and bringing the character to life.”
“To My Beloved Thief” is ready to premiere on January 3 at 9:20 p.m. KST.
Within the meantime, watch Nam Ji Hyun in “Good Associate” on Viki:
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