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, remarked on Tuesday that her character may not be universally appealing, but was a charming and complex role for her to embody. Lady Cho, an independent woman in the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), attempted to challenge the conservative society of the period.
The eight-episode series draws inspiration from the 1782 French novel Dangerous Liaisons. Lady Cho and her longtime friend and relative, Cho Won (Ji Chang-wook), a notorious playboy, embark on a perilous game involving virtuous widow Hui-yeon (Nana), which disrupts the lives of all three characters. Son stated that she constantly contemplated Lady Cho's thoughts, and even now, she could not definitively answer that question.
However, due to the intricate nature of the character, Son found her attractive. Lady Cho had to relinquish many desires when she married her powerful husband, a time when women's status was limited. While Lady Cho seemed to lead an elegant life, her external appearance did not fully represent her internal struggles.
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