Actor Ryu Seungryong brings depth and authenticity to the story of an ordinary corporate worker trying to survive.

A portrait of modern office life

Ryu stars in JTBC's weekend drama The Story of Mr. Kim Who Works at a Major Company and Owns a House in Seoul (written by Kim Honggi, directed by Cho Hyontak), playing Kim Naksu, the head of Sales Team 1. The series captures the harsh realities of corporate life—pressures of performance, burnout, and emotional exhaustion. Facing the suicide of a colleague and falling sales figures, Naksu endures setback after setback yet keeps pushing forward.

Subtle emotions and raw honesty

Ryu portrays Naksu's blend of frustration, regret, and quiet resilience with moving precision. His trembling voice during a scene where he receives a transfer notice from his superior struck a deep emotional chord with viewers.

Everyman appeal

His grounded performance makes Kim Naksu relatable—a boss who can be old-fashioned yet impossible to hate, a husband and salaryman many can see themselves in. Ryu's nuanced acting elevates the drama's realism and emotional weight.

A journey of rediscovery

Mr. Kim tells the story of a middle-aged man who loses everything he thought defined his worth, only to rediscover his true self. Episode 5 airs on November 8 at 10:40 p.m. on JTBC.