Kim Chae-eun-I's Prominent Stance in "Fifties Professionals"

Rising actress Kim Chae-eun-I has shared her thoughts on wrapping up MBC's Friday-Saturday drama "Fifties Professionals".

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The drama concluded to positive reviews on June 27, with Kim Chae-eun-I leaving a strong impression on viewers as Lee Ye-ji, an accounting staff member at Youngseon Steel. Through her agency, Inyeon Entertainment, the actress expressed her heartfelt gratitude as the series came to an end.

Although Lee Ye-ji could have come across as an ordinary office employee, Kim Chae-eun-I infused the character with her own distinctive charm. Her performance stood out especially in Episodes 11 and 12, the drama's final week. She convincingly portrayed Ye-ji's determination while preparing protest signs to support the victims of Heaven Capital, and later delivered an engaging undercover performance at a tourist hotel during an operation to capture North Korean agent Ri Cheol-jin, played by Jung Suk-yong. Balancing humor with suspense, Kim Chae-eun-I fulfilled the role of a memorable scene-stealer until the very end.

The project also marked a breakthrough for Kim Chae-eun-I, who successfully held her own alongside an impressive cast of veteran actors, including Shin Ha-kyun, Oh Jung-se, Heo Sung-tae, Kim Sang-kyung, and Kim Shin-rok. Her natural chemistry with the cast added to the drama's immersive storytelling while allowing her own acting style to shine.

From the beginning of the series, Kim Chae-eun-I earned viewers' attention by portraying a seemingly cold but secretly warm-hearted 'tsundere' character. Whether cleverly rescuing her senior colleague Bong Je-soon in a dangerous situation or standing up against injustice to help the victims, she skillfully conveyed the character's emotional depth.

Reflecting on the experience, Kim said, "Being able to meet such a wonderful character as Lee Ye-ji through "Fifties Professionals" and bring her to life was a truly happy and rewarding experience every step of the way".

She added, "I was able to complete filming safely thanks to the director, the writer, my senior colleagues who supported me throughout the production, and all of the staff. I sincerely thank everyone who cheered for Ye-ji and loved the drama, and I'll continue working hard to return with an even more mature performance in the future".