Actress Kim Ji-won is set to star in a bold new drama based on Korea’s first female detective. Titled Detective Park Mi-ok, the series is penned by acclaimed screenwriter Jung Seo-kyung, known for her work on The Handmaiden and Decision to Leave, and will be directed by Kim Hee-won, reuniting with Kim after their hit Queen of Tears.
According to a report by Sports Chosun on October 29, Jung is currently in the early stages of developing the script and has already handed it over to Kim Ji-won. The drama draws inspiration from Park Mi-ok, a real-life trailblazer and the first female detective in South Korea. The idea of Kim Ji-won portraying such an iconic figure has already generated excitement among fans and industry insiders.
Jung Seo-kyung has built a reputation for crafting female-centric narratives that captivate audiences worldwide. After making her name with Park Chan-wook’s films, she has successfully transitioned to television with dramas like Mother (starring Lee Bo-young), Little Women (starring Kim Go-eun), and Polaris (starring Jun Ji-hyun). Her latest collaboration with Kim Ji-won promises another rich, emotionally resonant story.
Kim Ji-won, fresh off the success of Queen of Tears, which peaked at an impressive 24.9% viewership rating (Nielsen Korea), will join the cast of Detective Park Mi-ok after wrapping up Doctor X: The Age of White Mafia. This marks her first collaboration with Jung Seo-kyung and a reunion with director Kim Hee-won.
With its real-life inspiration and powerhouse team, Detective Park Mi-ok is poised to be one of the most anticipated K-dramas in development.
Sources: Daum
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