Lee Young-ae and Kim Young-kwang Become Unlikely Partners in Crime in "A Wonderful Day"

KBS 2TV's new weekend mini-series, "A Wonderful Day," set to premiere on the 20th, has unveiled key viewing points that are sure to ignite audience interest.

The drama follows the unpredictable story of Kang Eun-soo (Lee Young-ae), a parent driven to desperate measures to protect her family, and Lee Kyung (Kim Young-kwang), an art instructor who finds himself in a dangerous partnership with her over a mysterious bag of drugs.

Viewers will be particularly captivated by Eun-soo's transformation from an ordinary housewife into someone entangled in a perilous business venture. Faced with financial ruin and her husband's sudden death, she discovers the bag of drugs, which she decides to use to secure her family's livelihood. Her encounter with Lee Kyung, a charismatic 30-something art instructor and club MD, escalates the tension. The unfolding relationship between these two, marked by mutual suspicion yet bound by their illicit drug-dealing enterprise, promises a thrilling ride.

Furthermore, the exploits of Detective Jang Tae-goo (Park Yong-woo), the ace detective of the Narcotics Investigation Unit, will be a significant draw. Armed with uncanny intuition, he will pursue the drug trafficking ring, engaging in high-stakes action and intricate mental battles. The narrative, replete with hidden secrets and constant twists, is designed to challenge viewers' deductive skills and enhance the genre's appeal.

Writer Jeon Young-shin described "A Wonderful Day" as a "self-portrait of our times," aiming to highlight societal issues and sound an alarm through realistic details. Coupled with Director Song Hyun-wook's stylish direction and the cast's powerful performances, the series is anticipated to resonate deeply with the audience.

Lee Young-ae is a celebrated actress, renowned for her iconic roles in "Dae Jang Geum" and "Sympathy for Lady Vengeance." This marks her highly anticipated return to television drama after "Saimdang, Memoir of Colors" in 2017. In "A Wonderful Day," she portrays a resilient mother making bold choices for her family.