The film “Jeon, Ran” tells the story of two men who were raised together during the turbulent era of the Japanese invasions of Korea: ‘Jongryeo’ (played by Park Jung-min), the son of the most powerful military family in Joseon, and his servant ‘Cheonyeong’ (played by Kang Dong-won). After being separated, they reunite as enemies—Jongryeo as one of King Seonjo’s (played by Cha Seung-won) closest confidants, and Cheonyeong as a militia leader.
In “Jeon, Ran,” King Seonjo is depicted fleeing the palace at the outbreak of the war, while the commoners desperately fight with the hope that their efforts will earn them freedom from slavery. The film portrays these events with a mix of realism and grandeur.
In addition to the compelling storyline, the action scenes featuring Park Jung-min and Kang Dong-won are also drawing attention. Despite their differences in social status—one being an aristocrat and the other a servant—the two characters are portrayed as close friends who care deeply for one another. However, due to a series of misunderstandings, their relationship deteriorates, and they end up facing each other as enemies with their swords drawn.
Park Jung-min delivers a calm yet weighty performance as Jongryeo, a loyal servant who faithfully follows the king’s orders and strives to earn the monarch’s favor. When Jongryeo learns during the war that Cheonyeong was responsible for the death of his entire family, he is consumed by betrayal. Park’s portrayal of this betrayal-filled character is intense and menacing. Known for his versatility across various genres, Park Jung-min showcases a new acting style in “Jeon, Ran,” offering audiences a fresh and captivating performance.
Hwang Boreumbyeol plays the wife of Park Jung-min’s character in the work.
Hwang Boreumbyeol is the winner of the 2019 Miss Chunhyang beauty pageant. Even before her debut, her elegant and clean-cut image garnered attention among netizens, leading her to sign with Mystic Story.
Born in 1999, she made her debut in the 2020 web drama “The World of My 17” as the lead actress.
She was then cast in the lead role of KBS’s Wednesday-Thursday drama “School 2021”, delivering a passionate performance.
Hwang Boreumbyeol has been actively working, appearing in dramas like “The Secret Romantic Guesthouse” and “Maestra: Strings of Truth”.
In SBS’s “The Secret Romantic Guesthouse”, Hwang Boreumbyeol played the role of Ban-ya, a woman who became a gisaeng after her family’s downfall and strives to reclaim her original name.
Hwang Boreumbyeol showcased her excellent emotional range in “The Secret Romantic Guesthouse”, skillfully shifting between coldness and warmth, increasing viewers’ immersion level. She made a significant impact amidst the tangled relationships in the storyline, perfectly leading one of the drama’s main narratives. Her portrayal of Ban-ya, who remains dignified despite her hardships, proved her expanded acting spectrum.
