EXID Hani, Cosmic Girls Exy, LABOUM Solbin and More Share Thoughts on ‘IDOL: The Coup’ + What It’s Like to Portray Idols in Dramas

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Broadcast giant JTBC's newest melodrama, "IDOL: The Coup," unveiled its exclusive behind-the-scenes video featuring Cotton Candy's poster shoot.

Cotton Candy is a fictional girl group designed for the drama, which includes real-life idols EXID Hani, Cosmic Girls Exy, LABOUM Solbin, and more.

EXID Hani, Cosmic Girls Exy, LABOUM Solbin and More on New Roles in 'IDOL: The Coup'

JTBC's "IDOL: The Coup" unveiled its exclusive behind-the-scenes poster filming video.

"IDOL: The Coup" follows the stories of a six-year-old idol group who failed to reach their dreams, and are now waiting for a miracle before they finally let go of their unfulfilled dreams.

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The fictional girl group consists of the leader, Je Na (EXID Hani), Hyun Ji (LABOUM Solbin), L (Cosmic Girls Exy), Stella (Han So Eun), and Chae Ah (Redsquare Green).

The newly released video begins with the members posing for their individual photoshoots. Later, Hani introduces herself as Je Na and describes her character as "someone who has a strong sense of responsibility."

She added, "She has a lot of love to give, and she strongly hopes for the genuine happiness of her Cotton Candy members."

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Next, Solbin uses syllable poems to describe her character, Hyun Ji. She says, "There is no tomorrow. She drowns herself in alcohol and oftentimes gets in trouble. But she expresses her feelings really well, especially those close to her."

El is described by Exy as "a person with an intense determination who will never accept defeat despite numerous failures."

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On the other hand, Han So Eun, who is playing Stella, said, "Stella is extremely soft and sensitive. Although she is the oldest member, she is indecisive. Emotionally, she's the weakest member, she doesn't know what she wants and what she wants to do, so she relies on Je Na a lot."

Finally, Green said, "Chae Ah is the youngest yet she is good at singing and dancing. However, she is always in the shadow of her pretty members."

After which, the girls start smiling for the camera together for their group photoshoot, filling the air with wide smiles and laughs.

Once they finish, the group takes photos of each other, like regular friends on the weekend.

EXID Hani, Cosmic Girls Exy, LABOUM Solbin and More on New Drama 'IDOL: The Coup'

The actors then talked about their new drama, with Hani sharing first, "I found the drama very interesting. To be honest, I cried a lot when I first read the script."

"It's a project close to my heart as I'm an idol myself," she continues, "I hope this drama warms everyone's hearts and gives them healing and comfort."

'IDOL'
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When asked about what kind of drama "IDOL: The Coup" is, she answered, "It is an opportunity for people to think about what exactly "failure" is and whether "failure" is actually that bad."

Solbin says, "It's a project where I can grow as an actress. I hope everyone feels the same way after watching it."

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Exy, on the other hand, comments, "JTBC's "IDOL: The Coup" is my very first project and it's such an honor."
"I am very happy and working together with them [Hani, Solbin, Exy and more] gives me a different kind of excitement. The director is also gentle so I'm really enjoying filming," Han So Eun adds.

Finally, Green says, "It's a huge honor to work with my seniors. I'm very happy these days."

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The girls of Cotton Candy ask viewers to look forward to seeing them portray their characters who are facing difficult paths and how they're able to overcome challenges.

Moreover, "Lovers of the Red Sky" star Kwak Si Yang and rising actor Kim Min Kyu are also part of the drama.

"IDOL: The Coup" is slated to premiere on November 8 at 11:00 p.m. KST on JTBC.

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Written by Elijah Mully.

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