The Korean series “Gangnam B-Side,” starring Jo Woo-jin, Ji Chang-wook, Ha Yoon-kyung, and Kim Hyeong-seo (aka Bibi), was released on Disney+ on Nov. 6.
“Gangnam B-Side” takes place in Gangnam, the glitzy and upscale district in Seoul, South Korea famous for its nightlife.
During the series’ press conference, director Park Noo-ri explained, “I believe in order to gain such splendor, a dark side undoubtedly would exist alongside it.”
“Gangnam B-Side” is now streaming on Disney+ (Photo from Disney+)
“This intrigued me and raised questions about what stories are hidden behind the scenes, leading me to think that interesting stories would lie ahead," he said, the Korea JoongAng Daily reported.
In the series, Jo Woo-jin plays the role of detective Kang Dong-woo while Ji Chang-wook is Yoon Gilho, a mysterious broker who has taken control of the Gangnam area.
Ha Yoon-kyung is prosecutor Min Seo-jin while Kim Hyeong-seo is Kim Jae-hee, a nightclub figure who disappeared.
Director Park Noo-ri and Jo Woo-jin previously worked together in the 2019 movie “Money.”
“Along with my trust in Jo as an actor, I had unwavering faith in him as a person as well, which made me decide to give the series’ main role to him without any hesitation,” the director said.
For his role, Jo Woo-jin gained 18 kilos.
“I've hit my highest weight since my senior year of high school. I think I've tried almost every gourmet burger joint in Gangnam,“ he said.
In the series, Ji Chang-wook dons different outfits for his role as a broker.
“I wanted this character to feel a bit unconventional when around others — perhaps even a little dangerous or strange. That’s why I chose much more intense outfits from those that I usually wear,” he said.
“Gangnam B-Side” reunited Jo Woo-jin and Ji Chang-wook after starring in the 2021 movie “Hard Hit.”
Ji Chang-wook and Kim Hyeong-seo previously worked in last year’s Disney+ drama “The Worst of Evil.”
“Gangnam B-Side” has eight episodes with two episodes released every week.
The stars of "Gangnam B-Side" (from left) Jo Woo-jin, Ha Yoon-kyung, Kim Hyeong-seo and Ji Chang-wook (Disney+)
"Gangnam B-Side" star Jo Woo-jin (Disney+)
"Gangnam B-Side" star Ji Chang-wook (Disney+)
Ha Yoon-kyung (Disney+)
Kim Hyeong-seo (Disney+)
Director Park Noo-ri (Disney+)