Cast and characters
◆ Park Ha-na as Maeng Gong-hee
Daughter of Kang Myung-ja and Maeng Kyung-tae, she works as a contract designer at Jayce Fashion and is known for her survival instincts, earning her the nickname “wild woman”. Her life was going smoothly until her childhood friend Goo Dan-soo returns and becomes her rooftop tenant, marking the start of their story.
◆ Park Sang-nam as Goo Dan-soo
The grandson of Jayce Fashion Chairman Hwang Ik-seon, Goo Dan-soo has a cheerful and innocent personality. However, his life takes a turn after his mother runs away. After wandering aimlessly, he is sent away as part of his grandmother’s plan, leading to a reunion with his childhood friend Maeng Gong-hee.
◆ Lee Yeon-doo as Kang Ji-na
The head of the Jayce Fashion design team, Kang Ji-na is the only daughter of Dodo Group and is known for her exceptional design skills. She falls for her colleague Min-ki at first sight but rejects his sudden proposal due to her stance against marriage. However, when Min-ki starts showing interest in contract employee Maeng Gong-hee, her feelings become conflicted.
◆ Kim Sa-kwon as Seo Min-ki
The head of the marketing team at Jayce Fashion, Min-ki is heartbroken after being rejected by Ji-na. Shocked when he hears about Goo Dan-soo’s meeting (with a prospective marriage partner) with Ji-na, Min-ki becomes determined to surpass Dan-soo and reach the top.
◆ Lee Eun-hyung as Maeng Gong-bu
Son of Kang Myung-ja and Maeng Kyung-tae, Maeng Gong-bu is an elite doctor who graduated from a prestigious medical school. Impulsive and unpredictable, his life takes a turn when the enigmatic Eom Hong-dan enters his life, bringing unforeseen changes.
◆ Park Tam-hee as Eom Hong-dan
Talented deputy manager of the Jayce Fashion design team, Eom Hong-dan learns of her premature menopause and decides to have a child with Maeng Gong-bu. However, as his complicated situation unravels, her life is thrown into chaos, and it remains uncertain whether the outcome will be a blessing or a curse.
Relationship chart
The drama “My Merry Marriage” promises to unfold complex family relationships, intertwined love lines and various conflicts. The story revolves around the Maeng family and the romantic entanglements between Seo Min-ki and Kang Ji-na. Their interactions will explore different emotions and perspectives, with Maeng Gong-hee and Goo Dan-soo’s childhood connection expected to stir up current conflicts.
Through this portrayal of generational clashes and realistic relationships, the drama invites viewers to reflect on their daily lives in a heartwarming way.
Plot summary
In a time when marriage rates are declining and birth rates are at their lowest globally, “My Merry Marriage” explores why modern people hesitate to marry and have children. The drama delves into the selfish desires underlying these decisions, while also suggesting that the conditions for marriage might be simpler than we think. Ultimately, the show emphasizes that marriage is the most selfish choice for one’s happiness, while also showing the growth of parents as they take on the role of raising children.
The story reflects the reality of today’s mothers. Through the moms, the drama revisits the true meaning of love and sacrifice within the complex relationships of family. Viewers will find warmth and inspiration as these characters seek happiness through marriage and grow into parenthood.
Source: Tistory
