Yeon Woo Jin, Kim So Yeon, and More to Lead Remake of British Series Brief Encounter in Virtuous Sales
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- 22 Jul 2024
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Renowned actors Yeon Woo Jin, Kim So Yeon, Kim Sung Ryung, Kim Shin Young, and Lee Se Hee have been confirmed to star in the highly anticipated business comedy series Virtuous Sales. The series is a Korean remake of the 2016 British series Brief Encounter and is set to premiere in the latter half of 2024.
Cast and Characters
Yeon Woo Jin will play Kim Do Hyun, a police officer from the United States. Despite his wealthy background and sharp intellect, which quickly earned him promotions, he chooses to work in a rural village for reasons that will unfold as the series progresses.
Kim So Yeon will take on the role of Han Jung Sook, a former beauty pageant winner turned homemaker. Facing financial difficulties, she begins selling adult products door-to-door and discovers her knack for sales.
Kim Sung Ryung, Kim Shin Young, and Lee Se Hee are also confirmed to join the cast in pivotal roles, adding to the excitement and depth of the storyline.
Plot and Setting
Virtuous Sales is set in the 1990s in a rural village where discussing sex was considered taboo. The series focuses on the lives of women who sell adult products, navigating societal expectations that women should retire early and focus solely on family care. Through humor and heartfelt moments, Virtuous Sales aims to shed light on the challenges and triumphs of these women.
Production Team
The drama is directed by Jo Woong, known for his work on Love All Play and Justice. The screenplay is penned by Choi Bo Rim, who has written for popular series such as My Roommate is a Gumiho and Touch Your Heart.
The combination of a strong cast and a talented production team has set high expectations for Virtuous Sales. The unique premise of women finding empowerment through unconventional means during a conservative era promises to deliver both comedy and thought-provoking moments.
Fans eagerly await the series, anticipating a blend of humor, drama, and social commentary that will resonate with viewers. Virtuous Sales is poised to be a standout drama in the 2024 lineup, bringing a fresh take on a classic British series to Korean audiences.
