Lee Jin-wook and Jung Chae-yeon confront their clients with contrasting lawyer personas in 'Esquire'.
The new JTBC weekend drama 'Esquire: Lawyers Who Dream of Being Lawyers' (written by Park Mi-hyun, directed by Kim Jae-hong, hereafter 'Esquire'), which will premiere on August 2, is drawing attention with its teaser poster showcasing the cold superior Lee Jin-wook (as Yoon Seok-hoon) and the hot junior Jung Chae-yeon (as Kang Hyo-min) in a contrasting dynamic.
'Esquire' is an office growth drama about a rookie lawyer Hyo-min (played by Jung Chae-yeon) at the law firm Yullim, who is just and bold but clumsy in social situations, growing into a complete lawyer through the top-notch partner lawyer Seok-hoon (played by Lee Jin-wook), who exudes a chilling aura for some unknown reason.
The released teaser poster captures the moment Yoon Seok-hoon and Kang Hyo-min face their client across a conference table, drawing attention. Yoon Seok-hoon listens attentively to the client while maintaining a calm and composed posture, revealing the traits of a perfectionist who approaches cases with reason and logic. His cold and unwavering gaze naturally reflects the trust and experience built over a long time.
In contrast, Kang Hyo-min stands up, leaning forward and fixing her gaze intensely on the client. Her proactive attitude and unrestrained instinct to move forward vividly showcase the boldness typical of a newcomer, creating a completely different atmosphere from her superior Yoon Seok-hoon. The contrasting responses of the two in the same situation heighten curiosity about the relationship they will develop in the future.
Additionally, the phrase on the poster, “When a person reaches the limit of their wounds, they think of a lawsuit,” leaves a strong impression, hinting at the stories of lawsuits that only begin when emotions reach their peak. It already sparks curiosity about the various cases the two lawyers will face and the stories they will hold.
In this way, 'Esquire' conveys the contrasting atmospheres of Yoon Seok-hoon and Kang Hyo-min's characters through the teaser poster, raising expectations for the upcoming legal battles. The chemistry between the two, facing the same case from different perspectives, promises to add unique enjoyment to the drama.
The dynamic of the lawyer duo with extreme work styles, Lee Jin-wook and Jung Chae-yeon, can be seen in 'Esquire', which will premiere on August 2 at 10:40 PM.
[Lee Da-kyum, Star Today Reporter]
