Actor Choi Hyun-wook presents a surprising character that shifts between a chic department head and the black dragon from his dark past in the new tvN drama ‘That Guy is a Black Dragon’.
The new tvN drama ‘That Guy is a Black Dragon’ (directed by Lee Soo-hyun / written by Kim Soo-yeon / produced by Studio N / planned by Studio Dragon) is a romance about the ‘department head killer’ team leader Baek Soo-jung, who suffers from a dark past, and the ‘third-generation chaebol’ department head Ban Joo-yeon, who harbors a black dragon in his heart. Based on the popular Naver webtoon of the same name by writer Hye-jin Yang, the drama is a collaboration between director Lee Soo-hyun, who directed tvN’s ‘The Good Scam’, and writer Kim Soo-yeon, featuring a solid lineup of main cast members including Moon Ga-young (as Baek Soo-jung), Choi Hyun-wook (as Ban Joo-yeon), Lim Se-mi (as Seo Ha-jin), and Kwak Si-yang (as Kim Shin-won).
In this context, the production team of ‘That Guy is a Black Dragon’ has captured attention by revealing the first stills of Choi Hyun-wook in character. Choi Hyun-wook’s character, Ban Joo-yeon, is a third-generation chaebol and the head of the strategic planning department at Yongseong Department Store, portrayed as a thoroughly perfect individual. However, he harbors a secret of secretly hiding his fanboy persona, the ‘black dragon’, in order to be recognized as the heir of the chaebol. After his private life, which he has meticulously concealed, is exposed by team leader Baek Soo-jung (played by Moon Ga-young), Ban Joo-yeon’s previously calm office life is expected to become tumultuous.
In the released stills, Choi Hyun-wook showcases a flawless suit fit, transforming into the perfect department head that captivates the hearts of viewers. He is expected to portray a character who is cold and meticulous in the office, embodying the capabilities of a flawless leader. Just by looking at the stills, one can sense the cold and composed charisma of department head Choi Hyun-wook, raising curiosity about what kind of performance he will deliver in ‘That Guy is a Black Dragon’.
Meanwhile, in the subsequent stills, Choi Hyun-wook sheds his suit fit and activates his ‘black dragon’ alter ego, drawing attention. He is seen enjoying his hobbies in a space filled with his favorite figures. Wearing latex gloves to avoid leaving fingerprints on the figures, he treats them with more care than the approval documents, revealing a childlike fanboy side. This raises anticipation for the contrasting charm of charisma and innocence that Choi Hyun-wook will portray as Ban Joo-yeon, and how he will develop an office romance with Moon Ga-young, who holds his secret.
In this regard, the production team of ‘That Guy is a Black Dragon’ stated, “Choi Hyun-wook, who has portrayed a shining youth image on tvN, is returning this time with an office romance. He will perfectly embody the maximum charm of a fanboy for the ‘black dragon’, as well as the charismatic role of the department head, showcasing the unexpected charm of the character ‘Ban Joo-yeon’,” raising expectations for the upcoming broadcast.
The new tvN drama ‘That Guy is a Black Dragon’ is set to premiere on February 17 at 8:50 PM.
