JTBC’s highly anticipated fantasy romance drama, “The Atypical Family,” is a unique narrative-centred Korean drama around a family with supernatural abilities grappling with realistic challenges.
The series, directed by Cho Hyun Tak known for the critically acclaimed “SKY Castle,” and scripted by Joo Hwa Mi from “Marriage, Not Dating” along with Kang Eun Kyung from “Dr. Romantic,” promises an engaging blend of fantasy and relatable themes.
In the recently released teaser, viewers are introduced to the enigmatic Do Da Hae, played by Chun Woo Hee, who arrives to unravel the secrets haunting the Bok family, led by Bok Gwi Joo portrayed by Jang Ki Yong.
Do Da Hae’s revelation about the family’s supernatural history, tainted by contemporary afflictions like insomnia and bulimia, sets the stage for a compelling exploration of human struggles within a mystical setting.
As the teaser progresses, Do Da Hae exposes the impact of modern ailments on the Bok family’s once-extraordinary abilities? Bok Man Heum’s loss of psychic visions due to insomnia, Bok Dong Hee’s inability to fly owing to bulimia, and Bok Gwi Joo’s inability to revisit happier times due to depression offer poignant insights into the characters’ emotional turmoil.
The teaser concludes with a poignant moment featuring Bok Gwi Joo’s yearning to return to happier memories, encapsulating the emotional depth and complexity that “The Atypical Family” promises to deliver.
Chun Woo Hee’s portrayal, coupled with the intriguing premise and stellar direction ensures that “The Atypical Family” will be a drama worth anticipating. Stay tuned for the premiere to witness the enchanting saga of a family grappling with extraordinary challenges in an ordinary world.
“The Atypical Family” is scheduled to premiere on May 4 at 10:30 p.m. KST.
