Romance Fantasy Series Marks Jang's Comeback After Military Service

Courtesy of JTBC

Actor Jang Ki-yong is set to make his small screen comeback after a two-year hiatus due to mandatory military service. He will portray the lead role in the new JTBC series titled "The Atypical Family."
 

▲ Actor Jang Ki-yong plays the role of Bok Gwi-joo in the series “The Atypical Family” / Courtesy of JTBC

"The Atypical Family" is a romance fantasy series scheduled to premiere on Saturday. It follows a family of heroes who have lost their supernatural powers due to various reasons. The protagonist, Bok Gwi-joo (played by Jang), is a single father with the ability to travel back in time. However, after experiencing depression following an incident, he loses this power. The storyline takes a turn when a mysterious woman named Do Da-hae (played by Chun Woo-hee) enters Bok and his family's lives, bringing about changes to their powerless days.

During a press conference for the series, held at Stanford Hotel in Mapo District, Seoul, Jang expressed his attraction to the script and his excitement for the comeback. He mentioned taking a different approach with this series compared to his previous works and highlighted the peacefulness he felt during the preparation process. 

▲ A scene from the series “The Atypical Family” / Courtesy of JTBCDirector Jo Hyun-tak, known for the hit series "Sky Castle" (2018), directed "The Atypical Family." He emphasized the combination of genres and the portrayal of relatable stories within a fictional setting. The series blends elements of reality and fantasy, presenting a storyline that is both comical, poignant, and desperate.

Actor Chun Woo-hee, who plays the mysterious woman Do Da-hae, was drawn to the series for its fantasy setting within an everyday family story. She emphasized the paradoxical nature of the storyline and the relatability it offers to viewers living in today's society. Chun also praised the unique chemistry between her and Jang Ki-yong, highlighting their unexpected combination as counterparts in the series.

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