‘Thirty-Nine’ Kdrama: Why Son Ye Jin, Jeon Mi Do, Kim Ji Hyun’s Series is Worth Watching
Another uplifting Kdrama is set to hit the small screen featuring Son Ye Jin, Jeon Mi Do and Kim Ji Hyun as lead stars of "Thirty-Nine."
After the broadcast network confirmed the cast lineup, Kdrama fans are looking forward to the trio's dynamics, especially since this will be the Hallyu star's comeback after the mega-hit series "Crash Landing on You."
Directed by Kim Sang Ho, who is the genius behind the "Age of Youth 2" Kdrama, "Thirty-Nine" follows the story of three best friends who are on the verge of turning forty.
Before welcoming the big 4-0, the trio is set to experience a once-in-a-lifetime and remarkable journey.
Meet the Stellar Cast
There's no doubt why "Thirty-Nine" should be on everyone's must-watch list.
To start off, it has an impressive cast lineup starting off with Son Ye Jin.
The soon-to-be bride took on the role of the head dermatologist of Gangnam's clinic, Cha Mi Jo.
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Among the three, she seems to be the most successful; however, she thinks that something is still missing in her life.
Apart from her, Jeon Mi Do, who is famous for her role as neurosurgeon Chae Song Hwa in "Hospital Playlist," joined as Jung Chan Young.
Her lifelong dream is to become an actress, but she ends up as an acting teacher.
Capping off the lead stars is Kim Ji Hyun, who plays the department store cosmetics manager, Jang Joo Hee, and the group's introvert, making it hard for her to go on a date.
Not only did "Thirty-Nine" have stellar lead stars, but it also boasts a roster of talented supporting actors, which includes Lee Moo Saeng, Yeon Woo Jin, Lee Tae Hwan and more.
An Uplifting Story of Women Entering a Major Milestone
Thirty-Nine Cast
If the coming of age depicts the journey of youth towards the discovery of new things, "Thirty-Nine" will uncover the drama, struggles and, at the same time, beauty of turning forty.
As the saying goes, life begins at forty; in their case, the trio is set to figure out what they really want in life, whether it's career, family, or love.
The Life-Long friendship
One of the highlights of this Kdrama is the friendship between Cha Mi Jo, Jang Joo Hee, and Jung Chan Young that began during their high school.
"Thirty-Nine" is set to display their individuality as they reach their dreams as well as their friendship over the years.
Son Ye Jin, Jeon Mi Do and Kim Ji Hyun's new drama is scheduled to premiere on February 16 at 10:30 p.m. KST via JTBC and Netflix.
