"No hourly wage even..." Heo Sung-tae becomes a convenience store owner [Fifties Professionals]

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Actor Heo Sung-tae has promised a diverse range of acting transformations in 'Fifties Professionals'.

The production team of MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Fifties Professionals' (directed by Han Dong-hwa, written by Jang Won-seop) revealed the first character stills of Heo Sung-tae, who plays Kang Beom-ryong, on the 20th, showcasing his extreme dual charm.

'Fifties Professionals' is a gritty action comedy about three men who once had some influence but are now set in motion by fate. Though worn down by the world and rusted with age, they continue to run the 50th% of life driven by loyalty and instinct. The story follows three men who once ruled at the top of their fields, only to be demoted to the remote island of Yeongseondo after 'that day's incident,' as they humorously and poignantly search for the 'truth of that day' that has been suspended for 10 years.

In the drama, Heo Sung-tae portrays Kang Beom-ryong, a former legendary gangster who has become a convenience store owner with no hourly wage, delivering a hilarious comedic performance. Kang Beom-ryong fails to retrieve the 'item' instructed by his longtime follower Hwang Hwa-san (played by Kim Byung-ok), who is then wrongfully imprisoned. To restore the glory of the old Hwasan faction, Kang Beom-ryong chases Hong Myung (played by Shin Ha-kyun) to Yeongseondo to find the 'item.' Ten years pass.

Among these, the stills highlight Heo Sung-tae's captivating charm as he straddles the roles of gangster and convenience store owner. As Kang Beom-ryong, the second-in-command of the former Hwasan faction, he commands attention with a rough visual that once earned him the title of the last wild card surpassing Shirasani, exuding a fierce and intimidating aura.

In contrast, Kang Beom-ryong's goal as the convenience store owner on Yeongseondo is solely sales and performance. Even when difficult customers appear, he maintains a steady smile, showcasing the epitome of customer service. In particular, his relentless struggle to endure persistent drowsiness and intermittent dizziness for the title of 'Kind Convenience Store Owner' promises a bittersweet laugh.

Heo Sung-tae has consistently demonstrated a powerful presence in works such as the films 'The Age of Shadows,' 'The Fortress,' 'The Outlaws,' and 'Hunt,' as well as Netflix's 'Squid Game' and Disney+'s 'Casino.' Notably, his portrayal of Jang Deok-su, the 'strongest villain,' in 'Squid Game' swept the globe, further heightening expectations for his new character, Kang Beom-ryong.

'Fifties Professionals' will follow MBC's Friday-Saturday drama '21st Century Grand Duchess' and airs its first episode on May 22 at 9:50 PM.

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