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tvN's upcoming Monday-Tuesday drama, Useless Lies (directed by Nam Sung Woo and the screenplay penned by Seo Jeong Eun), has brought together its cast for the script reading session.
The new mystery rom-com tells the story of Mok Sol Hee, a woman with the ability to detect lies, and a genius composer Kim Do Ha, who hides his true identity.
During the script reading session, the ensemble cast, Kim So Hyun, Hwang Min Hyun, Yun Ji On, Seo Ji Hoon, Lee Si Woo, Ha Jong Woo, Park Gyeong Hye, Song Jin Woo, and Jo Jin Se, portrayed their impeccable acting skills, bringing their unique characters to life.
Kim So Hyun's flawlessly portrayed Mok Sol Hee, a cynic who can sense lies due to her extraordinary ability. Growing up surrounded by falsehoods, Mok Sol Hee faces challenging situations in her life. Kim So Hyun deftly unravels the dynamic story of Mok Sol Hee, leaving viewers intrigued. Expressing her excitement, Kim So Hyun commented, "Mok Sol Hee, who struggles to trust people due to her ability to detect lies, fascinated me. I thought I could show a new side of myself by portraying the character in an appealing way".
Whereas, Hwang Min Hyun plays the character of Kim Do Ha, a genius composer, who has an untold secret. The actor delicately portrayed the intriguing character of the reclusive loner. As his path intertwines with his neighbor Mok Sol Hee, his life begins to take a different turn. Hwang Min Hyun expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "When I first received the script, I was captivated by its engaging storyline. It is an immense honor to be part of this project. I am dedicated to showcasing my growth and delivering an outstanding performance".
Yun Ji On's portrayal of Cho Deuk Chan, the CEO of J Entertainment who knows Kim Do Ha's true identity, adds the element of bromance. Seo Ji Hoon gave a stellar performance as Lee Kang Min, Mok Sol Hee's first love and a passionate detective driven by a strong sense of justice. Lee Si Woo showcased her vibrant charm as Syaon, a well-known solo singer, and the "Nation's Younger Sister".
Useless Lies will premiere in July.
