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'The Story of Manager Kim, Who Works For a Large Company in Seoul' Webtoon Gets Live-Action Series
posted on by Wonhee Cho
Korean broadcasting studio JTBC confirmed on April 1 that Seung-ryong Ryu will take on the lead role in its upcoming live-action series The Story of Manager Kim, Who Works For a Large Company in Seoul adaptation of the Naver webtoon of the same name.
The drama centers around Nam-soo Kim, a straight-laced, middle-aged man who appears to be living the ideal life: a managerial position at a major corporation, a happy family, and a home in one of Seoul's most desirable neighborhoods. But when he suddenly loses it all, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery to find his true identity.
Ryu will portray Nam-soo, a seasoned salesman with 25 years of experience. Known for his excellent skills and never missing a promotion, Nam-soo's life begins to unravel as he struggles to adapt to a changing workplace. Ryu is a movie star in Korea with performances in Miracle in Cell No. 7, Extreme Job, and the Disney+ series Moving.
The webtoon, which is drawn by Byung-gwan Kim and has been serialized since 2023, struck a chord with readers for its grounded and emotionally resonant storytelling, surpassing 10 million views within a month of release. The webtoon is based on the novel of the same name, which Hee-gu Song wrote.
The drama is set to premiere in the second half of 2025.
The English version of the webtoon is currently unavailable.
Source: Dispatch (Myung-joo Lee)
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