"Reflecting on clichéd acting, I'm ready to take the heat."...Jang Seo-hee, surpassing 'Temptation of Wife' with 'Trap of Desire' [Comprehensive]

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Actress Jang Seo-hee has hinted at reinventing her life character in her new work, "Trap of Desire," moving beyond her previous role in "Temptation of Wife."

The team behind KBS 2TV's new daily drama "Trap of Desire" held an online production presentation on the morning of the 10th. Director Lee Dae-kyung and actors Jang Seo-hee, Jeon Hye-won, Seol Geok-hwan, Ju Sa-byeok, Yoon Hae-young, and Yu Tae-woong attended.

"Trap of Desire" is a fate-restoring revenge drama about a woman whose life was stolen due to a false murder accusation. Director Lee Dae-kyung, known for directing "Youth of May" and "Drama Special 2023: Shadow Confession," helmed the project, while screenwriter Gu Ji-won, who wrote "Eulachacha My Life" and "Summer Request," crafted the script.

Notably, "Trap of Desire" holds special significance as Jang Seo-hee's return to KBS dramas after 12 years since "Cuckoo Nest." Having won acting awards for her roles in "Mermaid Princess" and "Temptation of Wife," Jang is recognized for her solid acting skills. Interest focuses on whether she can once again reinvent her life character in this new work and continue her undefeated box office legend.

Moreover, Jang Seo-hee's return as the "final villain" Ju Mi-ran has sparked interest. Ju Mi-ran is the president of the Cheongma Scholarship Foundation, originally a nanny, who steals others' lives entirely and stops at nothing to fulfill her own desires. While appearing endlessly gentle and devoted, she hides immeasurable ambition and secrets beneath the surface. She possesses a ruthless side, unhesitatingly orchestrating false murder accusations for her own safety and purposes.

Jang Seo-hee stated, "In reality, there are many people like Ju Mi-ran. I usually enjoy mystery movies and dramas, so I wanted to play a role with human duality who engages in gaslighting at least once. The director happened to offer me this role." She added, "I have mostly played victims seeking revenge until now, but taking on the opposite character allows for acting transformation, which I think will be good. The script was so fun that I decided to join the project."

Continuing, Jang Seo-hee said, "Through the role of Ju Mi-ran, I want to show much of human duality. Recently, aren't there many people like Ju Mi-ran who harm others? While watching our drama, I hope viewers reflect and ask themselves, 'Is that how I am?' Later, they will face punishment. To avoid suffering like Ju Mi-ran, I hope everyone lives kindly," delivering a sharp remark that drew laughter.

Jang Seo-hee has returned with her skills sharpened. She raised her voice, saying, "Since I'm playing a villain who commits evil deeds, I naturally expect to be criticized. The more criticism I receive, the more people will watch, so in the second half of the year, I am prepared to take the heat thoroughly."

Especially, Jang Seo-hee shared, "This time, I wanted to show a different kind of acting that isn't clichéd. So that my previous work can be forgotten. After a long acting career, I sometimes fall into mannerism and deliver predictable performances without realizing it. When watching the monitor, I reflect on myself, thinking, 'I shouldn't do this.' So I told the director, 'If my acting seems even slightly off, please tell me immediately anytime, no matter what.' This way, I can become aware of it, and stepping back to view things objectively is necessary for me. I discussed this extensively with the director, and they actually did so, allowing us to achieve good results. While my current presence exists because of my previous work, I sincerely hope people will say, 'It's been a while since we saw Jang Seo-hee; she's different now, one step ahead.'"

The first episode of "Trap of Desire" will air at 7:50 PM on the 10th.

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