Ha Seung-ri Caught Between Three Father Candidates: Ryu Jin, Hwang Dong-ju, and Gong Jung-hwan in Upcoming Drama
KBS 1TV's new daily drama, 'Marie and the Strange Dads,' set to premiere in October, is generating buzz with its intricate character relationships.
The series promises a heartwarming yet chaotic tale titled 'Marie's Wild Goose Chase for a Dad! The Birth of a Strange Family, Thicker Than Blood, More Persistent Than Sperm.' It centers on Kang Marie (Ha Seung-ri), who is suddenly faced with three potential father figures: Lee Pung-ju (Ryu Jin), Kang Min-bo (Hwang Dong-ju), and Jin Ki-sik (Gong Jung-hwan).
The drama will unfold the turbulent journey of Marie and her unconventional family. Initially, Marie, working part-time at a postpartum care center, crosses paths with Pung-ju (Ryu Jin), the head of the hospital's hematology-oncology department. Despite a rocky first encounter, their connection deepens as Pung-ju's father's residence turns out to be Marie's family home, and Pung-ju becomes involved with Marie's mother, Si-ra (Park Eun-hye).
Viewers can anticipate rising tension as a secret surrounding these characters is revealed. Meanwhile, Marie, estranged from her 'upbringing dad' Min-bo (Hwang Dong-ju) since she was seven due to her parents' divorce, seeks him out via social media. Responding to her courage, Min-bo has maintained contact for three years and returns to Korea after two decades to reunite with his daughter. However, a shocking event awaits this father-daughter duo, raising questions about the truth they will uncover.
Adding another layer, Marie's uncle-in-law, Ki-sik (Gong Jung-hwan), also works at the same hospital. While Marie tries to maintain a professional distance, Ki-sik's insistence on being called 'Uncle-in-law' and his overly affectionate gestures, including expensive gifts, make her uncomfortable. His attentiveness, as if privy to a secret, raises eyebrows among those around them, hinting at a larger truth that could shake both families' worlds.
'Marie and the Strange Dads' is poised to deliver a compelling narrative by weaving together the complex relationships of Ha Seung-ri and the three father candidates, Ryu Jin, Hwang Dong-ju, and Gong Jung-hwan, alongside their individual family sagas. The drama is expected to explore the true meaning of family amidst shifting dynamics as hidden truths come to light. The series will premiere on KBS 1TV on Monday, October 13th, following 'Grasp the Big Luck.'
Ha Seung-ri, who began her acting career as a child star, gained recognition for her roles in productions like 'Hello! Francesca.' She has since steadily built her filmography with diverse acting projects. In this upcoming drama, she takes on the lead role of 'Marie,' who becomes entangled with three unexpected father figures, promising to showcase a new facet of her acting talent. Her nuanced emotional performance is highly anticipated by fans.