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Ji Sung Salutes In Front Of Colleagues After Being Specially Promoted In New Crime Thriller Drama "Connection"

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Apr 23, 2024

by S Kim

SBS’s upcoming drama “Connection” has dropped new stills featuring Ji Sung!

“Connection” is a new crime thriller starring Ji Sung as Jang Jae Kyung, a well-respected detective who is the ace of the narcotics unit. Jeon Mi Do will star as Oh Yoon Jin, an opinionated and outspoken reporter who works at a newspaper. The drama is a collaboration between director Lee Tae Gon and writer Lee Hyun, who previously worked together for JTBC’s “Diary of a Prosecutor.”

Ji Sung plays detective Jang Jae Kyung, the leader of the narcotics team at Anhyun Police Station, who is respected by his juniors and trusted by his seniors within the police force.

The newly released stills feature Jang Jae Kyung being specially promoted to inspector for his outstanding performance in apprehending criminals. Dressed neatly in his police uniform, Jang Jae Kyung receives a badge that symbolizes his appointment as a police inspector in front of his colleagues.

 

Jang Jae Kyung stands to attention and salutes with a determined facial expression to his seniors and juniors who give him applause.

 

 

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Ji Sung remarked, “I think it would be great if you watch the drama while thinking about Jang Jae Kyung’s struggle and the root cause of the various actions that he will take as he gets entangled in an incident.” He added, “The actors and staff are filming each and every scene with great care, so please show lots of interest.”

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1656598wpp/ji-sung-salutes-in-front-of-colleagues-after-being-specially-promoted-in-new-crime-thriller-drama-connection

 

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 Ji Sung Reveals His K-Drama "Connection" Conveys a Message About Drug Crimes

by Lily Alice, April 23, 2024

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SBS's mystery thriller Connection dropped the first character stills of Ji Sung.

Connection tells the story of an ace detective in the narcotics team, forcibly addicted to drugs. He uncovers the entire story of connections of a 20-year distorted friendship using the death of his friend as a clue. 

In the K-drama, Ji Sung portrays an ace detective, Jang Jae Kyung, in the Narcotics Department at Anhyeon Police Station. The stills show Jang Jae Kyung receiving a special promotion to the rank of inspector for his outstanding ability to arrest criminals. 

 

 

Impeccably dressed in police uniform, with unwavering determination evident in his gaze, Jang Jae Kyung offers a salute to his senior and junior colleagues who gave thunderous applause.  

 

 

 

Having stubbornly refused to make connections, fearing that his ties or backing might become vulnerabilities to the police force, Jang Jae Kyung considers the promotion a triumph for the principles he has upheld. 

The teasers raise curiosity as to why Jang Jae Kyung, a staunch man of principles, has fallen victim to drugs. 

Ji Sung revealed he chose the drama for its solid script. The actor commented, "This drama has a unique theme that has not been commonly employed in dramas before, and it also carries a heavy message about the drug crimes that must be addressed in reality." 

 

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He further stated, "The biggest goal was to portray Jang Jae Kyung's psychological and external changes in a way that doesn't appear overly sensational," and added, "I think it would be great if you watch the drama while thinking about Jang Jae Kyung's struggle and the root cause of the various actions that he will take as he gets entangled in an incident. The actors and the staff are putting their hearts into every scene, so please show lots of interest."

Connection is scheduled to premiere on May 24. More news about the K-drama's OTT streaming service is yet to come.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/ji-sung-reveals-his-k-drama-connection-conveys-a-message-about-drug-crimes

 

 

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News bites: April 22, 2024

by tccolb

Character posters have dropped for SBS’s Connection, showcasing the many faces of detective Ji Sung (Adamas) and journalist Jeon Mi-do (Thirty-Nine). With the mysterious death of a mutual high school friend at the center of the crime-mystery, the series takes off on May 24 with always-a-prosecutor Kwon Yul (Longing for You) and chaebol Kim Kyung-nam (The One and Only) co-starring. [SBS]

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/04/news-bites-april-22-2024/

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SBS drama Connection JeonMiDo still cuts, broadcast on May 24.

 

 

 

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Jeon Mi Do Describes Her Character as Realistic in "Connection"

by Lily Alice, April 24, 2024

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Hospital Playlist actress Jeon Mi Do returns to the small screen, this time as a journalist in Connection.

On April 24, the production team of the new SBS drama Connection revealed the character stills of the actress.

Connection tells the story of an ace detective in the narcotics team, forcibly addicted to drugs. He uncovers the entire story of connections of a 20-year distorted friendship using the death of his friend as a clue. 

Connection is Jeon Mi Do's first mystery crime K-drama. She plays the character of Oh Yun Jin, a journalist at Ahn Hyun Economic Daily who refuses to turn a blind eye to any wrongdoing. She is a materialistic woman who, while enduring hardships to make a living, believes money is the best thing one can have in life. 

The stills depict a scene from the K-drama in which Oh Yun Jin appears visibly irritated after her phone falls when someone bumps into her. Soon after, her expression changes to a serious one and she urgently makes a call to report the news from the scene.  

 

 

 

Actress Jeon Mi Do explained her reason for choosing Connection: "I found it interesting that two  imperfect protagonists dig into the case." Regarding her character, she said, "She is a character more realistic than anyone else, who honestly reveals her desires." 

 

 

Connection is scheduled to premiere on May 24. More news about the K-drama's OTT streaming service is yet to come.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/jeon-mi-do-describes-her-character-as-realistic-in-connection

 

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Jeon Mi Do Is A Reporter Who Cannot Stand Injustice In Upcoming Drama "Connection"

https://www.soompi.com/article/1656954wpp/jeon-mi-do-is-a-reporter-who-cannot-stand-injustice-in-upcoming-drama-connection

 

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SBS drama Connection KwonYul still cuts, broadcast on May 24.

 

 

 

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Kwon Yool Transforms Into A Brilliant Prosecutor For Upcoming Drama "Connection"

Apr 26, 2024

by E Ezeji

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1657147wpp/kwon-yool-transforms-into-a-brilliant-prosecutor-for-upcoming-drama-connection

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Kwon Yool Plays a Calm and Cool-Headed Prosecutor in "Connection"

by Lily Alice, April 25, 2024

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Connection teases Kwon Yool's new character transformation with new stills. 

Connection tells the story of an ace detective in the narcotics team, forcibly addicted to drugs. He uncovers the entire story of connections of a 20-year distorted friendship using the death of his friend as a clue.  

In the K-drama, Mental Coach Jegal actor Kwon Yool plays the role of Park Tae Jin, a prosecutor at Ahn Hyun District Office, who has a brilliant mind and exceptional networking skills. Park is a strong ally to Won Jong Soo (Kim Kyung Nam) and a key member of the inner circle of a group of friends who oppose Jang Jae Kyung (Ji Sung) and Oh Yun Jin (Jeon Mi Do). 

His calm demeanor and cool-headedness make him a perfect problem solver and a vicious villain. 

 

 

 

The stills show a scene from the K-drama where Park Tae Jin is at a funeral in mourning clothes. Despite the sudden news of his friend's death, he is composed and collected.   

 

 

 

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Kwon Yool's portrayal of Park Tae Jin, a reliable problem solver for his circle of friends and a mysterious villain to Jang Jae Kyung and Oh Yun Jin, raises expectations for the actor's performance.  

Kwon Yool commented, "While I was reading the script, at some point, found myself speculating about who the culprit might be. [It's at that time] I knew I really wanted to do this."  

The actor expressed confidence in the K-drama, saying, "I'm sure there won't be anyone who watches just one episode of this drama without continuing." 

Connection is scheduled to premiere on May 24. More news about the K-drama's OTT streaming service is yet to come.

 

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/kwon-yool-plays-a-calm-and-cool-headed-prosecutor-in-connection

 

 

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News bites: April 27, 2024

by tccolb

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Speaking of thrillers, the mood is grim in the newest set of stills for SBS’s Connection, starring Ji Sung (Adamas), Jeon Mi-do (Thirty-Nine), Kwon Yul (Longing for You), and Kim Kyung-nam (The One and Only). Taking over the weekend slot following 7 Escape – Resurrection, the mystery unfolds on May 24 with PD Kim Moon-kyo (Trolley) directing and scripts by Lee Hyun (Diary of a Prosecutor). [SBS (1), (2), (3), (4)]

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/04/news-bites-april-27-2024/

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New casting News! .

 

JungSoonWon confirmed cast for SBS drama Connection>, he will act as Heo Joo-song who is an insurance company CEO and had a crush on JeonMiDo during school days.

 

 

 

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SBS drama Connection 1st trailer broadcast on May 24.

 

 

 

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SBS drama Connection JiSung main posters, broadcast on May 24.

 

 

 

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Soon-won Jeong joins drama ‘Connection’

 

 

Actor Jeong Soon-won joined SBS’ new Friday-Saturday drama ‘Connection’.

 

SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Connection' (written by Lee Hyeon, directed by Kim Moon-kyo), which will be aired for the first time on May 24th, is about an ace detective from the narcotics team who was forcibly addicted to drugs by someone, and a friendship that lasted for 20 years deteriorated using the death of his friend as a clue. , is an ‘addiction chase suspense’ drama that uncovers the full story of that connection.

 

Soon-won Jeong plays the role of Heo Joo-song, the CEO of an insurance company. Joo-song moved to Anhyeon New Town with his mother, who runs a hamba restaurant, and fell in love at first sight with Oh Yun-jin (played by Jeon Mi-do), who transferred to the school with him. Although he is talkative and weak-hearted, he is a sincere person when it comes to insurance.

 

Soon-won Jeong said, “I remember the first time I received the script and read it after taking on the role of Heo Joo-song. He read Part 4 in one sitting and immediately called Director Kim Mun-kyo. He said, ‘It’s so fun and I’m grateful for giving me the role of Heo Joo-song.’

He continued, “Heo Joo-song, who has pure sincerity toward people, plays a pretty good role, creating funny moments along with Jang Jae-kyung and Oh Yun-jin. I hope Connection airs and receives love from many people. That's why it's the work I love first and the character I cherish. “I pray that you will receive warm love,” he added. Meanwhile, Jeong Soon-won's sincere acting is not limited to a specific work or character, but shines and is receiving a lot of love from viewers.

 

https://www.nbnnews.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=855098

 

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‘Luxury supporting role’ Cha Yeop confirmed to appear in SBS’ ‘Connection’… Transformation into a ‘loyal man’

 

 

Actor Cha Yeop will appear in SBS’ new Friday-Saturday drama ‘Connection’. 'Connection', which will first air on May 24th, is an 'addiction chase' about an ace detective from the drug team who was forcibly addicted to drugs by someone, and uses the death of his friend as a clue to uncover the full story of the connection and the deteriorating friendship that lasted for 20 years. It is a ‘thriller’ drama.

 

Cha Yeop plays the role of Oh Chi-hyeon in the drama. Oh Chi-hyeon is a character who is a ‘fighter’ from Anhyeon city high school and values loyalty more than life. He plays an active role as the chief secretary working under Kim Kyung-nam, who plays the role of Won Jong-su, the second generation of a chaebol and the ‘Axis of Evil’.

Also, as a member of the ‘Inner Circle Friends’ led by Kim Kyung-nam, he is in conflict with Ji-seong, an ace detective on the drug team, and Jeon Mi-do, a reporter for the daily Anhyun Economic Daily. He is expected to play an active role in injecting tension into the story by helping Kim Kyung-nam commit various evil deeds.

Cha Yeop, who debuted in the 2005 film 'Skin', left a strong impression through films such as 'The Most Ordinary Romance', 'Long Live the King: Mokpo Hero', 'Lucky', 'Shark the Beginning', and 'Officer's Blood'.

 

In 2015, he appeared in tvN’s ‘Reply 1988’ and expanded his activities to the small screen. He rose to the ranks of premium supporting actors by showing unique acting in SBS’ ‘Stove League’ in 2019 and Netflix’s original series ‘The Thief: The Sound of the Sword’ last year. ‘Connection’, in which he appears, is written by ‘Prosecutor’s Civil War’ writer Hyun Lee and directed by ‘Trolley’ director Kim Moon-kyo. It is produced by Studio S, Soul Pictures, and Pungnyeonjeonpasang. First broadcast on May 24th at 10pm.

 

https://m.news.nate.com/view/20240428n13689

https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/382/0001122673

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Will Ji-sung, who is addicted to drugs, be able to reveal the whole story and escape? ('Connection')

 

 

Ji-sung, who plays Jang Jae-kyung, the main character in the poster, is alone in a dark police station, keeping an eye on a mysterious pill. He was looking at the pill warily, arousing the viewer's curiosity.

 

However, in the close-up, he couldn't take his eyes off the medicine and showed a nervous expression, revealing the confrontation between reason and instinct. Jang Jae-kyung, who fell into a trap from the beginning, is raising curiosity about whether she will be able to hide her drug addiction and find the real culprit in the evil connection.

 

'Connection' is a suspense drama in which an ace detective who was forcibly addicted to drugs by someone uses the death of his friend as a clue to uncover the full story of their distorted friendship. Writer Lee Hyun, who proved his writing skills with JTBC's 'Prosecutor's Civil War', and director Kim Moon-kyo, who showed delicate and in-depth directing in SBS' 'Trolley', collaborated and attracted attention. Ji-seong, who has shown a wide acting spectrum, joined here, heralding the birth of a well-made crime drama. Meanwhile, 'Connection' will premiere on May 24th at 10 PM.

 

https://www.newsculture.press/news/articleView.html?idxno=547328

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Watch: Ji Sung, Jeon Mi Do, Kim Kyung Nam, And Kwon Yool Preview Entangled Friendships In "Connection" Teaser

https://www.soompi.com/article/1658341wpp/watch-ji-sung-jeon-mi-do-kim-kyung-nam-and-kwon-yool-preview-entangled-friendships-in-connection-teaser

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Ji Sung Is A Narcotics Detective Who Becomes Forcibly Addicted To Drugs In "Connection"

DRAMA PREVIEW

SBS’s upcoming drama “Connection” has unveiled its main posters!

 

“Connection” is a new crime thriller starring Ji Sung as Jang Jae Kyung, a well-respected detective who is the ace of the narcotics unit. Jeon Mi Do will star as Oh Yoon Jin, an opinionated and outspoken reporter who works at a newspaper.

 

Although Jang Jae Kyung is a trusted detective who cares deeply about his principles, his world is turned upside down when he is kidnapped and forcibly addicted to a mysterious new drug against his will.

 

In the first of the two newly released posters, Jang Jae Kyung stares intently at some yellow pills scattered across a table at the police station. From far away, Jang Jae Kyung looks every bit the sharp detective ace that he is known to be, looking wary and composed as he inspects the drugs in front of him.

 

 

However, a close-up poster reveals the troubling truth: rather than calmly examining the drugs, Jang Jae Kyung is unable to tear his eyes away from the pills in front of him. The detective also looks nervous and unstable, as if he is barely restraining himself from reaching out for the temptation that lies within arm’s reach.

 

The caption on both posters reads, “The narcotics team ace that has become addicted to narcotics.”

 

The “Connection” production team commented, “Ji Sung is a meticulous actor who never does anything by halves. Even during the main poster shoot, he displayed just how meticulous he was and proved why he’s such a trusted actor.”

 

“Connection” will premiere on May 24 at 10 p.m. KST. Check out the latest teaser for the drama here!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1658418wpp/ji-sung-is-a-narcotics-detective-who-becomes-forcibly-addicted-to-drugs-in-connection

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Connection teaser and main poster OUT: Ji Sung, Jeon Mi Do get tangled up in world of drugs; know more details

Upcoming drama Connection has unveiled main posters starring lead Ji Sung and released its first teaser featuring Ji Sung, Jeon Mi Do, Kim Kyung Nam, and Kwon Yool. Check out below!

By PRATYUSHA DASH

Updated on May 01, 2024  

 

 

Connection, SBS' highly anticipated drama, has revealed its main posters featuring lead actor Ji Sung, building excitement among viewers. Additionally, the drama has released its first teaser, showcasing Ji Sung, Jeon Mi Do, Kim Kyung Nam, and Kwon Yool’s characters, offering a glimpse into the captivating storyline to come.

Connection is an electrifying crime thriller featuring Ji Sung as Jang Jae Kyung, a top detective in the narcotics unit who gets caught in the grip of addiction. Jeon Mi Do takes on the role of Oh Yoon Jin, a bold and vocal reporter at a local newspaper. This gripping drama marks the partnership of director Lee Tae Gon and writer Lee Hyun, known for their previous hit Diary of a Prosecutor on JTBC.

Despite being a respected detective with strong principles, Jang Jae Kyung's life takes a dark turn when he's abducted and involuntarily hooked on a mysterious new substance.

In the first of the two freshly unveiled posters of Connection, Jang Jae Kyung's gaze pierces through the frame as he surveys yellow pills strewn across a table at the police station. Even from a distance, his aura of sharpness and composure is evident as he cautiously examines the drugs before him, showcasing his unwavering detective instincts as the ace.

A closer look at the second poster reveals a troubling reality: Jang Jae Kyung's gaze isn't one of examining but of intense fixation on the pills before him. His vibe is far from being composed; instead, he appears jittery and unsteady, battling against the urge to succumb to the temptation within reach. Both posters share the same chilling caption: “The narcotics team ace that has become addicted to narcotics.”

https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tv/kim-soo-hyuns-new-k-drama-on-the-horizon-after-queen-of-tears-sky-high-viewership-report-101711013509550.html

 

 

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SBS drama Connection JiSung still cuts, broadcast on May 24.