by Hazel Jung, July 18, 2023
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MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama My Dearest will premiere on August 4th. My Dearest is a historical melodrama that depicts the love between lovers torn apart by war and the vitality of the people.

The public's enthusiastic interest and anticipation for My Dearest revolves around the return of Namkoong Min, the top actor in Korea, to the historical drama genre after ten years. Ahn Eun Jin is the rising star of 2023 with her irreplaceable charm and acting skills. The previously released teaser posters, the first teaser, and the couple shots have captivated viewers' expectations by capturing the poignant emotions of the two characters.
Amidst this, the second teaser video for My Dearest was unveiled. The second teaser begins with Lee Jang Hyun (played by Namkoong Min) alone on the beach, his knees on the ground, covered in blood. Then, the voice of Yoo Gil Chae (played by Ahn Eun Jin) is heard saying, "Do you remember the day you first saw me?" and Lee Jang Hyun slowly closes his eyes. Subsequently, the screen displays the faint memories of Lee Jang Hyun and the one woman, Yoo Gil Chae, who captured his heart.

Temporarily escaping from happy memories, the turbulent whirlwind of war intertwines with Lee Jang Hyun and Yoo Gil Chae, hinting at their love's arduous journey. Yoo Gil Chae runs through mountain trails daily as Lee Jang Hyun earnestly pleads, "If smoke rises over that mountain, you must flee to safety." Shedding tears yet maintaining an unwavering gaze, Yoo Gil Chae solemnly declares, "Today, nothing happened to us." Lee Jang Hyun, drenched in blood, fights relentlessly in the war.
At this moment, the subtitle appears: "As it becomes more precarious, a deep love begins." This intensifies the poignancy of the love between the two characters. Then, Lee Jang Hyun and Yoo Gil Chae meet once again. Lee Jang-hyun's gaze is tender, gently caressing Yoo Gil Chae's face. Lee Jang Hyun leaves a heartfelt message, saying, "I must never forget this moment we shared today," as he gradually approaches Yoo Gil Chae. The teaser video concludes with the poignant and ambiguous portrayal of the two characters.
The second teaser for My Dearest powerfully and impactfully presents the love between a man and a woman that cannot be torn apart even amid a brutal war, capturing the eyes and hearts of potential viewers. Namkoong Min showcases his heartfelt melodramatic gaze and strong masculinity, captivating the hearts of women. Ahn Eun Jin portrays various aspects of her character, from a delicate and charming appearance to a stronger and more mature demeanor after experiencing the war, increasing the depth of her performance.
Above all, the intense and heart-wrenching melodramatic chemistry between Namkoong Min and Ahn Eun Jin evokes admiration. From their eye expressions, facial expressions, tone of voice, and even the slightest tremors, they perfectly synchronize their acting, completing scenes that resemble a beautiful painting. Even in the teaser video, the dazzling love between the two characters raises curiosity and anticipation for how it will unfold in the actual drama. MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama My Dearest will premiere on August 4th at 9:50 PM KST.

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