'Chaebol X Detective 2' Jung Eun-chae: "Ahn Bo-hyun has a witty and cute side"

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Actress Jung Eun-chae expressed confidence in 'Chaebol X Detective 2'.

The new SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Chaebol X Detective 2' (produced by Studio S, Big Ocean ENM, and B.A. Entertainment), which premieres on August 7, is a refreshing, uplifting, and thrilling police procedural comedy in which Chaebol detective Jin Yi-soo overturns stalled investigations using his wealth, working alongside new team leader Joo Hye-ra for a dynamic partnership filled with money-making antics.

Among them, actress Jung Eun-chae, who plays the veteran team leader 'Joo Hye-ra', revealed details about her decision to join the project, her preparation process for the character, and her on-screen chemistry with Ahn Bo-hyun, who portrays Chaebol detective 'Jin Yi-soo'. In the drama, Joo Hye-ra is an ace from the National Police Agency's Counter-Terrorism Team who joins as the new leader of the Strong Crime Unit 1, bringing tension and vitality to the team.

Regarding her decision to join 'Chaebol X Detective 2', Jung Eun-chae said, "I was captivated by its unique wit and refreshing plot progression." She added, "I was curious about how Joo Hye-ra, an unfamiliar character, would clash with and integrate into the existing world. I wanted to portray a rough yet human and independent figure."

Having built the formula that 'Jung Eun-chae-style strong female characters are box office winners' through roles in 'Pachinko', 'Jeong Nyeon', and 'Honor: Their Courtroom', she once again signals a reinvention of her iconic character with this new project.

Jung Eun-chae described the character, saying, "Joo Hye-ra is someone with deep inner experience and resilience, as well as the capacity to listen to and support the stories of her Strong Crime Unit 1 team members." Known for attracting attention even before the broadcast due to her handsome visuals, she hinted that she will showcase a style combining weight and agility in this drama.

She also shared her thoughts on taking on the comedy-action genre for the first time. Jung Eun-chae stated, "Unity and trust among the cast were most important." She added, "I tried to naturally absorb the bright energy and rhythm we exchanged with each other and immerse myself in the filming environment," offering a glimpse into the warm atmosphere on set.

One of the standout viewing points this season is the rivalry chemistry between Joo Hye-ra, who was once the 'Devil Instructor' at police academy, and Jin Yi-soo, her former trainee who was caught off guard by her. Now reunited as team leader and member of Strong Crime Unit 1, their dynamic promises to be compelling. Jung Eun-chae remarked, "Jin Yi-soo and Joo Hye-ra have opposite personalities like water and fire, yet they share some surprisingly similar traits." She continued, "Their journey from a disrupted superior-subordinate relationship to becoming perfect partners will be very interesting," hinting at the special synergy they will deliver.

Speaking about her partner Ahn Bo-hyun, she praised him highly: "He was always fully present as Jin Yi-soo on set. As a fellow actor, his passionate and flexible approach served as excellent inspiration." She further added affectionately, "In reality, he has many witty and cute qualities."

She concluded by saying, "'Chaebol X Detective 2' is a drama where wonderful actors shine in every episode. I hope viewers don't miss out on enjoying this refreshing, uplifting, and thrilling 'Chaebol X Detective 2' to cool off the summer heat together."

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