Actress Kim Hee-jung caught attention with her deep performance from the very first episode of ‘Glamorous Days’, showcasing her veteran acting skills.
In the KBS2 weekend drama ‘Glamorous Days’ (directed by Kim Hyung-seok, written by So Hyun-kyung), which aired on the 9th and 10th, Kim Hee-jung added a warm atmosphere to the drama with her realistic acting and delicate emotional expressions.
Kim Hee-jung plays Kim Da-jung, the wife of Lee Sang-cheol (played by Chun Ho-jin) and the mother of Lee Ji-hyuk (played by Jung Il-woo). From her first appearance, she cheerfully introduced a blind date for her son Ji-hyuk, who is averse to marriage, showcasing a relatable mother-son dynamic.
Da-jung, who is caring and cherishes her family more than anyone, was a true mother who could see through her family's inner feelings without saying a word. On her husband Sang-cheol's last day before retirement, she immediately sensed his emptiness as he fidgeted with his tie. She also created a warm atmosphere by understanding her mother-in-law Jo Ok-rye (played by Ban Hyo-jung), who wanted to prepare a nice meal for her hardworking son-in-law with her savings.
Da-jung also displayed a youthful charm. When she received a European travel ticket prepared by Park Sung-jae (played by Yoon Hyun-min) as a retirement gift for Sang-cheol, she expressed her excitement by trying on various outfits while choosing a travel destination, bringing smiles to viewers.
However, she soon noticed Sang-cheol's strange demeanor. With her keen intuition, Da-jung sensed that there was a problem with her husband's re-employment, and while hiding her troubled feelings, she showed warm consideration by checking on her mother-in-law Jo Ok-rye first.
At the end of the second episode, a large amount of consolation money was discovered in a box of fruit sent from Seongil Textile, causing the atmosphere to freeze instantly. Sang-cheol was furious, and Da-jung quietly tried to manage the situation to minimize conflict. Although it was Ok-rye who opened the fruit box, Da-jung, worried that the blame might fall on her mother-in-law, took responsibility by claiming she had opened it. Da-jung's prioritization of her family even in a crisis resonated with viewers.
With her delicate emotional acting and warm presence, Kim Hee-jung is anchoring the drama, portraying the character of Kim Da-jung in a multi-dimensional way, enhancing the immersion of the story. She effortlessly transitions between being a realistic mother, a caring wife, and a cute girl, proving her prowess as a veteran actress.
