Putting on a school uniform after leaving the military... '32-year-old veteran' Song Kang returns with youth drama "Four Hands"

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In "Four Hands," Song Kang (32) hints at a dramatic transformation as a hardworking piano prodigy.

tvN's new Saturday-Sunday drama "Four Hands" (script by Shin Yi-won, directed by Park Hyun-seok) is a story about the friendships, love, competition, and growth of young people who meet at an arts high school filled only with musical geniuses.

In the drama, Song Kang plays the role of Kang Bi-o, a perfectionist character who consistently ranks at the very top in both academics and piano playing. Kang Bi-o does not rest on his innate talent but also possesses diligence that never neglects practice, earning recognition from classical music masters both domestically and internationally as the next-generation pianist destined to lead Korea's classical music scene despite being only 17 years old.

However, even for Kang Bi-o, who receives praise from countless people, there remains an unfulfilled longing. He has never received a single compliment from his grandfather, a world-renowned conductor whom he wants to be recognized by more than anyone else. This earnest wish to one day have his abilities acknowledged by his grandfather becomes the driving force that propels Kang Bi-o forward without stopping.

Kang Bi-o's life, which had been focused solely on the piano and moving forward, takes on a new change upon meeting transfer student Choi Jeong-yo (played by Lee Jun-young). The existence of Choi Jeong-yo, who surpasses everything Kang Bi-o has accumulated over a long period in an instant, makes Kang Bi-o realize for the first time that there are limits he cannot easily overcome while simultaneously opening up a new world he had not yet known. This raises curiosity about how this encounter between the two will change Kang Bi-o's life and music.

Among these developments, stills released on the 7th showcase Kang Bi-o's exemplary school life in sequence, sparking further interest. Scenes of him dedicating himself to piano practice and analyzing sheet music even during break times give an immediate sense of a day filled with music. Furthermore, even at the moment he receives an award certificate, there is a distinct class that makes it feel like winning awards has become part of his daily routine for the otherwise impassive Kang Bi-o.

Kang Bi-o's practice diary also draws attention. The record showing him immersed solely in piano practice for a full 9 hours and 30 minutes is surprising, while the note left after long practice sessions where he remained unsatisfied with himself—"The cadenza is a mess. From the beginning, again"—reveals Kang Bi-o's obsession with achieving high-quality performances.

In this way, "Four Hands" previews the intense growth journey of pianist Kang Bi-o, who never stops training to perfect even a single piece, raising expectations for the stories of youth that will unfold at the arts high school.

Notably, "Four Hands" is Song Kang's first return project after completing his mandatory military service in the army last October. There is great interest in what unique face he will show viewers after taking off his military uniform and appearing in a school uniform.

The first episode of "Four Hands," where audiences can hear the beautiful melodies from pianist Song Kang, will premiere on August 29 at 9:10 p.m.

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