'Manager Kim' Villain Ju Sang-wook Finds Happiness Even in a Destructive Ending: "An Unforgettable Work"

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Ju Sang-wook has reached another meaningful turning point in his acting career through 'Manager Kim'.

In the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Manager Kim', which concluded on the 25th (screenplay by Nam Dae-jung, directed by Lee Seung-young and Lee So-eun, planned by Studio S, produced by Studio S and Fantagio), Ju Sang-wook portrayed Joo Kang-chan, a construction company chairman who rose from being a loan shark gangster. He left a strong impression by vividly portraying the charisma of a ruthless power figure, twisted paternal affection, human cracks, and obsessive madness.

This work held even greater significance for Ju Sang-wook as it marked his first full-fledged challenge in playing a villain. Having been loved for his gentle and soft image up until now, he completely shed that existing image with delicate acting featuring restrained expressions, a low voice, and unpredictable madness added to the mix. As episodes progressed, Joo Kang-chan became more three-dimensional, establishing himself not just as a simple villain but as the central axis driving the drama's tension, earning praise for 'the rediscovery of Ju Sang-wook'.

In particular, the unwavering madness and ruthlessness shown by Joo Kang-chan, pushed to the brink in the latter half of the drama, heightened the show's tension to its peak, increasing viewer immersion. Even until the final moment of his destruction, Ju Sang-wook completed the character's narrative with steady acting, imprinting a substantial presence.

Marking the conclusion of the series, Ju Sang-wook shared heartfelt remarks: "Actually, I didn't expect to receive such intense love. I sincerely thank all the viewers who loved 'Manager Kim' without reservation. It made me truly happy that you remembered 'Joo Kang-chan' for a long time and offered so much support for actor Ju Sang-wook's new transformation. While I feel great regret in saying goodbye to this work, I will greet you again with even better performances in the future. I sincerely thank you for gifting me such a precious work that I will never forget in my acting career."

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