Actor Jung Il-woo returns to the small screen after three years with KBS's new weekend family drama 'Glorious Days.' Portraying a complex character caught between generational conflicts and family responsibilities, Jung expresses his passion and dedication to the role. The series, supported by a proven creative team, promises heartfelt storytelling on family, love, and reconciliation.

Jung Il-woo's Comeback After Three Years

Jung Il-woo marks his return since 2022's 'Good Job' and his first KBS drama in 16 years. With renewed passion, he takes on a lead role in the family drama 'Glorious Days,' which realistically explores generational clashes and family unity through the lens of the MZ generation opposing traditional older generations.

Strong Creative Team Behind 'Glorious Days'

The drama reunites writer So Hyun-kyung and director Kim Hyung-seok, known for their hit series 'My Golden Life' that achieved a peak viewership rating of 45.1%. The production team guarantees quality storytelling that resonates with a wide audience.

Character Spotlight: Jung Il-woo as Ji-hyuk

Jung Il-woo plays Ji-hyuk, a pragmatic bachelor who navigates love and work with clear-headed realism, often caught between ideals and reality. He frequently clashes with his father Sang-cheol (played by Cheon Ho-jin), especially over marriage, embodying the burdens and generational gaps of being the eldest son.

Drawing from Real Life for Authenticity

As the eldest son himself, Jung Il-woo relates deeply to Ji-hyuk's struggles. He credits senior actor Cheon Ho-jin for advice that helped him portray the character with depth. Jung immersed himself in script analysis and director discussions to fully embody Ji-hyuk, inviting viewers to judge his performance.

First-Time Weekend Drama Lead Role

Jung Il-woo expresses gratitude rather than pressure in taking on his first weekend drama lead. "I'm carrying the positive energy from my previous works and giving my all to this project," he shared.

Jung In-sun's Role as Ji-eun-oh

Co-star Jung In-sun plays Ji-eun-oh, Ji-hyuk's college junior who has silently loved him despite hardships. She describes her character as straightforward and lively, reflecting much of her real personality. Jung In-sun also embraces the challenge of her first weekend drama lead, hoping to bring authenticity to her role.

Love Triangle Adds Intrigue

The drama features a complex love triangle involving Jung Il-woo, Jung In-sun, and Yoon Hyun-min's character Park Sung-jae. Jung Il-woo praises his co-stars for their chemistry and natural camaraderie, promising a dynamic romantic storyline.

A Drama About Family and Generational Understanding

Jung Il-woo emphasizes the drama's heartfelt message about family meaning and hopes the energy and passion from the cast reach viewers. Jung In-sun compares the series to the four seasons, inviting audiences to find personal connections with the characters.

Director Kim Hyung-seok's Vision and Expectations

Director Kim promises a sincere drama reflecting the lives of contemporary fathers and eldest sons, focusing on genuine emotion over superficial thrills. He confidently sets a viewership goal of 30%, expecting broad audience empathy.

'Glorious Days' premieres August 9 at 8 p.m. on KBS-2TV.