Rich Heir’s Role: Jiang Hena’s Efforts in ‘Your Taste
- SEOUL – actor Jiang Hena discusses his approach to portraying a second-generation chaebol in the upcoming Genie TV series, "Your Taste." The series is set to premiere May...
- “Your Taste,” penned by Jung Soo-yun and directed by Park Dan-hee,centers on the contentious romance between Han Fanyu,played by Jiang,and Mao Yeon-joo (Gao Min-shi).
- Jiang Hena's portrayal of Han Fanyu marks another transformation for the actor, known for his diverse roles across past dramas, youth series, film noir, and office dramas.
Jiang Hena Explores Chaebol Role in Genie TV’s ‘Your Taste‘
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SEOUL – actor Jiang Hena discusses his approach to portraying a second-generation chaebol in the upcoming Genie TV series, “Your Taste.” The series is set to premiere May 12 at 10 p.m. on ENA.
A War-Like Romance
“Your Taste,” penned by Jung Soo-yun and directed by Park Dan-hee,centers on the contentious romance between Han Fanyu,played by Jiang,and Mao Yeon-joo (Gao Min-shi). Han Fanyu is depicted as a ruthless “recipe hunter,” an heir to a chaebol who acquires and merges small restaurants to expand the family’s food empire. Mao Yeon-joo is a headstrong chef running a restaurant in Jeonju.
Jiang Hena’s Transformation
Jiang Hena’s portrayal of Han Fanyu marks another transformation for the actor, known for his diverse roles across past dramas, youth series, film noir, and office dramas. In “Your Taste,” Jiang plays a chaebol with unwavering self-assurance and a materialistic outlook.
Why ‘Your Taste’?
Jiang Hena shared his enthusiasm for the project. “I am very happy to meet viewers through a TV series after a long time,” Jiang said. ”When I read the script for ‘Your Taste,’ I was promptly drawn to the engaging plot and its development. I read it all in one sitting, which solidified my decision to take on the role.”
Portraying Han Fanyu
Addressing the challenge of portraying a chaebol, Jiang explained his approach: “While I have seen chaebol characters in manny productions, I aimed to differentiate Han Fanyu by portraying both his vulnerabilities and his strong sense of self-worth.” He added, “The script and the character were inherently captivating. My focus was on making Han Fanyu even more captivating for the audience.”
Food as Metaphor
Jiang used food as a metaphor to describe his character and the ensemble cast. “If I were to use food to represent Han Fanyu, I would choose bracken,” Jiang said. “Bracken is flavorful on its own, but it also enhances the flavor of bibimbap or other dishes. if bibimbap is ‘Your Taste,’ then the ingredients in bibimbap are all the actors working together.”
Team Dynamics
Jiang also praised the collaborative spirit on set. “Even though I am tired on my way to the set each morning, I smile when I think about seeing my colleagues. My mood improves,and a feeling of warmth fills my heart,” Jiang said.”Everyone is working hard to find ways to make the audience enjoy the show.”
A Lasting Impression
“I hope ‘Your Taste’ is a TV series that you can remember before going to bed each night,” Jiang concluded, expressing his hopes for the series’ impact.
Availability
“Your Taste” will be available for streaming on KT Genie TV and Genie TV mobile after its premiere.
Jiang Hena on “Your Taste”: A Q&A with the Actor
Introduction:
Actor Jiang hena is set to star in the upcoming Genie TV series “your Taste,” and we’ve got exclusive insights into his approach to the role. The series promises a compelling narrative, and we dive into Jiang’s perspective on portraying a complex chaebol character. Below, we explore the show, his planning, and what viewers can expect.
Q: What is “Your Taste” about,and what is Jiang Hena’s role in the series?
A: “Your Taste” centers on the contentious romance between Han Fanyu,played by Jiang Hena,and Mao Yeon-joo (Gao Min-shi).Han Fanyu is described as a “recipe hunter,” an heir to a chaebol, who acquires and merges small restaurants to expand his family’s food empire. The series, penned by Jung Soo-yun and directed by Park Dan-hee, is set to premiere on May 12 at 10 p.m. on ENA.
Q: How does Jiang Hena describe his character, Han Fanyu?
A: Jiang Hena plays Han Fanyu, a second-generation chaebol in “Your Taste.” Han Fanyu is portrayed as a ruthless “recipe hunter” with a materialistic outlook. The actor explained that while he had seen many chaebol characters in other productions, he wanted to differentiate Han Fanyu by portraying both his vulnerabilities and strong sense of self-worth.
Q: What drew Jiang Hena to the project?
A: Jiang shared his enthusiasm, stating, “When I read the script for ‘Your Taste,’ I was promptly drawn to the engaging plot and its growth.” He added that he “read it all in one sitting, which solidified my decision to take on the role.”
Q: How did Jiang Hena prepare to portray a chaebol character, and what makes his portrayal unique?
A: Jiang Hena mentioned that, despite having seen many chaebol characters, he aimed to make his portrayal unique by focusing on both the vulnerabilities and the strong self-worth of Han Fanyu. His approach centers on making the character “even more captivating for the audience.”
Q: Did Jiang Hena use any interesting metaphors to describe his role or the series?
A: Jiang hena used food as a metaphor to describe his character and the ensemble cast. he stated, “If I were to use food to represent Han Fanyu, I would choose bracken.” He explained that while bracken is flavorful on its own, it also enhances the flavor of bibimbap and other dishes. Illustrating that “if bibimbap is ‘Your Taste,’ then the ingredients in bibimbap are all the actors working together.”
Q: What are the team dynamics like on the set of “your Taste”?
A: Jiang praised the collaborative spirit, saying, “Even though I am tired on my way to the set each morning, I smile when I think about seeing my colleagues. My mood improves, and a feeling of warmth fills my heart.” He added,”Everyone is working hard to find ways to make the audience enjoy the show.”
Q: Where and when can viewers watch ”Your Taste”?
A: “Your Taste” will premiere on May 12 at 10 p.m. on ENA and will be available for streaming on KT Genie TV and Genie TV mobile after its premiere.
Q: What are Jiang Hena’s hopes for the series?
A: Jiang concluded by expressing his hopes that “Your Taste” is a TV series that you can remember before going to bed each night,expressing his hopes for the series’ impact.
Conclusion:
The Genie TV series “Your Taste” promises to be a captivating drama. With Jiang Hena’s conversion and the engaging plot, the series is sure to grab viewers’ attention. Be sure to tune in on may 12!