tvN’s ongoing Monday-Tuesday drama, ‘Marry My Husband,’ featuring Na In Woo and Lee Yi Kyung, has reached its pinnacle, with both actors delivering outstanding performances that have garnered widespread acclaim.
Na In Woo, in the role of Yu Ji Hyuk, plays a pivotal part in assisting Kang Ji Won (portrayed by Park Min Young) in seeking revenge against Park Min Hwan (Lee Yi Kyung) and her best friend Jung Soo Min (Song Ha Yoon). Intelligent, physically fit, and coming from a reputable family background, Yu Ji Hyuk has harboured feelings for Kang Ji Won since their coincidental meeting during college days.
The revelation about Kang Ji Won’s death, orchestrated by her husband Park Min Hwan and best friend Jung Soo Min, leads to regression for both Yu Ji Hyuk and Kang Ji Won.
Initially, there was a sense of dissonance compared to Na In Woo’s image on KBS 2TV’s variety program ‘2 Days & 1 Night.’ However, as the drama progresses, Na In Woo’s performance stabilizes, earning positive responses and full immersion in the character of Yu Ji Hyuk. The romantic scenes with Park Min Young have particularly resonated well with the audience.
As Yu Ji Hyuk gains more attention, even his fellow members from ‘2 Days & 1 Night’ express amazement at Na In Woo’s transformation. Moon Se Yoon praises, “His method of acting gives me goosebumps,” Kim Jong Min expresses surprise, saying, “Have you been acting foolishly all this time?” It’s a testament to Na In Woo’s successful transformation, even fooling his close friends with his compelling portrayal.
On the other hand, Lee Yi Kyung shines in the role of the detestable husband, Park Min Hwan, in ‘Marry My Husband.’ Park Min Hwan not only cheats on his wife with her best friend but is also directly responsible for his wife’s tragic death.
His stubborn personality causes anxiety for Kang Ji Won even during their relationship, and his abusive words and actions have sparked anger among viewers.
Lee Yi Kyung’s noteworthy performance lies in his perfect portrayal of the villainous character of Park Min Hwan. His acting has garnered comments like ‘Is this Lee Yi Kyung’s retirement role?’ showcasing his complete immersion in the character, marking the peak of his acting career.
Known more for his image on variety shows like MBC’s ‘Hangout with Yoo,’ Lee Yi Kyung’s role as Park Min Hwan has propelled him into national recognition, despite facing public criticism for playing a villain.
It’s a unique situation where, despite being labelled a ‘trashy husband’ and facing criticism, Lee Yi Kyung is enjoying the highest popularity of his career. This unexpected turn demonstrates the actor’s versatility and the depth of his acting skills, elevating him to new heights in the world of Korean dramas.