tvN’s ‘Melancholia’ Writer Shares Inspiration in Creating the Drama + Reveals Thoughts on Im Soo Jung and Lee Do Hyun
The backstory and behind-the-scenes formula of the highly anticipated melodrama "Melancholia" has been revealed by its very own screenwriter, Kim Ji Woon.
Writer Kim Ji Woon also revealed her thoughts on the casting of Im Soo Jung and Lee Do Hyun, who will lead the drama with their sensuous acting prowess.
'Melancholia' Writer Kim Ji Woon Shares Inspiration in Creating the Drama
tvN's 15th Anniversary Special Drama "Melancholia" is written by screenwriter Kim Ji Woon and played by filmmaker Kim Sang Hyeop, together with Studio Dragon and Bone Factory for tvN.
It follows the story of a former Mathematics genius and a Mathematics teacher who navigate their way through life while struggling in the private high school that is the mecca of corruption and scandals.
On October 26, "Melancholia" writer Kim Ji Woon shared her inspiration on creating the new drama.
"First things first, I had no interest in Mathematics at all," she laughs at her own honesty.
According to her, "Melancholia" was solely inspired through the mathematical documentary she happened to watch once in her life.
"The noble effort of a human being who devotes his life to a problem that can't be solved touched my heart. I experienced a moment of "movement" and "joy" [while watching the documentary]," Kim Ji Woon reasoned.
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As the mathematical theories should be dealt with in depth analysis, the writer surely had many thoughts. Kim Ji Won shared, "I was often branded as a "desperate person" but while writing "Melancholia", I studied with Mathematics sterling teachers and participated in the process of creating problems. Now, my heart trembles just by looking at the word "Mathematics"."
Undoubtedly, Mathematics is beautiful since it's universal and just the same in all parts of the world. However, there is still a stereotype that Mathematics is very difficult for viewers.
Kim Ji Woon debunks this prejudice by saying, "It's okay to not understand the problem-solving process. Rather than the joy of solving difficult and complex problems, I wanted to express the joy of being immersed in the world of numbers and analytical thinking skills."
The writer also hinted at the two main characters, Ji Yoon Soo (Im Soo Jung) and Baek Seung Yoo (Lee Do Hyun), who will give joy and enjoyment to viewers, as well as communicate with them through the beauty of Mathematics.
'Melancholia' Writer Kim Ji Woon Shares Honest Thoughts on Im Soo Jung and Lee Do Hyun's Casting
The refreshing and new combination of Im Soo Jung and Lee Do Hyun has been igniting a spark of excitement in many potential viewers' hearts.
"Melancholia" writer Kim Ji Woon shares her thoughts on the casting of the two actors, saying, "I was honestly surprised because the two actors looked really good together. I can really see Ji Yoon Soo and Baek Seung Yoo in them."
The writer also shared that she was very much thrilled when Im Soo Jung delivered Ji Yoon Soo's lines during the first script reading table, as the actress perfectly portrayed the character that was painted in Kim Ji Woon's head.
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She continued, "The more that we [Im Soo Jung and Lee Do Hyun] talk, the more I realize that the actors are meant to portray my characters. Im Soo Jung and Lee Do Hyun are "0th-ranked" in my heart."
Finally, she concluded by encouraging potential viewers to anticipate the drama, "The drama may seem to not suit you nor come off as unfamiliar, but I hope it will be remembered as a love story that is unraveled through the beauty and complexity of formulas and numbers."
On the other hand, "Melancholia" is set to air for the first time on Wednesday, November 3 at 10:30 p.m. KST on tvN. It will also be available on legal streaming sites like iQIYI and Bilibili.
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Elijah Mully wrote this.
