Jang Dong Gun Is Stoic And Formidable In First Stills For Upcoming tvN Drama

tvN’s upcoming weekend drama “Arthdal Chronicles” (working title) has shared its first look at Jang Dong Gun as Ta Gon!

“Arthdal Chronicles” is a fantasy drama that tells the story of heroes in the mythical city of Arthdal. Jang Dong Gun will take on the role of Ta Gon, the son of the leader of one of the tribes in Arthdal.

The new stills show Jang Dong Gun looking like a warrior as he gazes upon the scenery with a glint in his eye. He is expressionless until his lips quirk up in a small smile, reflecting the confident aura that Ta Gon possesses. His leather and fur armor, as well as the metal details, make him look quite formidable.

Screenwriters Kim Young Hyun and Park Sang Yeon said, “Ta Gon is someone who isn’t very reactionary because he was raised to not show any emotion. He is one of the greatest talents that Arthdal has to offer, and though he carries a powerful sword, he prefers to wait things out with either a small smile or no expression at all.” They added, “Ta Gon hides his emotions for his own sake as well as for the sake of his people. In the end, what he fears most is himself.”

They continued to explain, “Ta Gon is both the character viewers will have the most sympathy for, as well as the most formidable and dangerous character. Jang Dong Gun has been perfectly portraying Ta Gon and his unreadable expressions, and every scene he’s in has an undercurrent of tension that viewers will also feel.”

The production staff stated, “From his first appearance, Jang Dong Gun will bring a confident Ta Gon to the drama. The cold gaze and confident smile of Ta Gon will be a side viewers have not seen of Jang Dong Gun till now, so we hope people will anticipate it.”

“Arthdal Chronicles” will be the follow-up drama to “Confession” and will premiere in June.

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