Jo Woo Jin Shares Insight Into His Character In Upcoming Crime Drama "Gangnam B-Side"

Oct 10, 2024

Jo Woo Jin has shared his thoughts on his upcoming drama “Gangnam B-Side”!

“Gangnam B-Side” is a crime drama about a detective, a prosecutor, and a mysterious broker, each following different leads to find Jae Hee, the missing ace of a club. Directed and written by Park Nu Ri, known for the film “Money,” the series stars Jo Woo Jin, Ji Chang Wook, Ha Yun Kyung, and BIBI.

Jo Woo Jin stars as Detective Kang Dong Woo, who returns to solve a series of missing persons cases in Gangnam after being demoted due to a past incident. He uses his keen intuition, relentless determination, and sharp judgment to uncover the truth behind the disappearances.

Jo Woo Jin describes Kang Dong Woo as a character who “acts on what he believes is just and right without hesitation.” As a principled detective, Kang Dong Woo dives into his cases and faces challenges head-on. However, he experiences a shocking turning point midway through the story, which leads to another transformation.

The released stills vividly capture Detective Kang Dong Woo in intense moments as he investigates the case. His serious expression while staring intently and his shocked look under red lighting suggest something troubling is happening. As he explores the hidden side of Gangnam, anticipation builds for Kang Dong Woo’s increasing efforts and his emotional journey.

Jo Woo Jin said, “As Kang Dong Woo digs into the truth of a case with multiple characters, I tried to show how he changes in a multi-dimensional way. I think that aspect will be interesting to explore.” He also mentioned, “When I found this project, the first thing that caught my interest was how I could make this character different from others I’ve played,” suggesting the creation of another memorable role.

He noted, “Many people judge a character based on their first impression, so I wanted Kang Dong Woo’s steadfastness to show in his appearance. That’s why I started gaining weight right away.” He committed to the role, increasing his weight by as much as 18 kilograms (approximately 40 pounds) to enhance his visual impact.

Director Park Nu Ri praised Jo Woo Jin for his humanely sexy traits, while Ji Chang Wook also reflected on working with Jo Woo Jin, saying, “I felt like I had met a respected senior and a comfortable older brother—someone I could rely on. That made it easy for me to move freely and enjoy acting.”