Son Ye-jin says 'The Scandal' role may not be likable for everyone but still charming
Actor Son Ye-jin, who starred in the Netflix original Korean series "The Scandal," said Tuesday her role in the historical drama may not be appealing to everyone but was a charming yet complex character for her to work on. Son plays Lady Cho, an independent woman who tried to defy the conservative atmosphere of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), in the eight-part series inspired by the 1782 French…
Actress Son Ye-jin, who portrayed Lady Cho in Netflix's historical drama "The Scandal," revealed on Tuesday that her character might not be universally likable, but was still a charming and complex role to embody. Lady Cho is an independent woman in the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) who strives to defy the conservative atmosphere of the time.
The eight-episode series is based on the 1782 French novel "Dangerous Liaisons." In the drama, Lady Cho and her longtime friend and relative Cho Won, who becomes a notorious playboy, engage in a risky game involving virtuous widow Hui-yeon, which disrupts their lives. Son stated that she had to constantly consider Lady Cho's thoughts, but still found the character attractive.
She described Lady Cho as a complex character who had to sacrifice many desires when she married a powerful husband in an era where women's status was limited. Despite appearing elegant and refined, Lady Cho faced numerous challenges throughout the series.
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