Netflix has shared a sneak peek into its November release, The Trunk, starring Gong Yoo and Seo Hyun Jin. The highly awaited thriller drama dives into a contract marriage surrounded by secrets, shifting relationships, and hidden motives.
First Look: Teaser and Poster Reveal
On October 30, Netflix announced that The Trunk will premiere on November 29, 2024, accompanied by a teaser and an official poster. The storyline centers on an arranged marriage between two individuals whose lives are carefully curated yet devoid of real love. The poster’s tagline—“Truth and lies, wrath and longing. A marriage entangled in secrets”—gives a glimpse into the emotionally complex nature of the series.
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The plot reveals that Gong Yoo and Seo Hyun Jin’s characters enter a contractual marriage, each seeking benefits without romantic involvement. However, their lives take a dramatic turn when a mysterious trunk disrupts their seemingly controlled existence. Tensions escalate as both characters navigate personal struggles while dealing with a web of deception and conflicting desires.
Storyline and Key Characters
The drama centers on two central figures: a music producer (played by Gong Yoo) and the head of a marriage service agency (played by Seo Hyun Jin). With fundamentally different perspectives on marriage, they frequently clash, creating a strained dynamic. Gong Yoo’s character holds traditional beliefs in marriage, while Seo Hyun Jin’s character is skeptical of romantic commitment.
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The narrative, adapted from the novel Trunk, combines elements of mystery, romance, and psychological intrigue. Director Kim Gyu Tae of Our Blues and Moon Lovers fame will helm the series, while Park Eun Young, known for her work on Hwarang, is the series’ screenwriter.
“Truth and lies, wrath and longing. A marriage entangled in secrets.”
About the Stars: Gong Yoo and Seo Hyun Jin
Gong Yoo, known for his extensive career, started as a video jockey in 2000 before moving to acting in 2001 with School 4. Since then, he has starred in popular dramas and films like Goblin, Squid Game, Coffee Prince, Silenced, Kim Ji Young: Born 1982, and Train to Busan. With a career spanning over two decades, Gong Yoo’s ability to capture complex characters has made him one of South Korea’s most respected actors.
Seo Hyun Jin debuted in 2006 with Hwang Jin Yi, transitioning to leading roles in 2011 with The Duo. Known for her powerful performances in dramas such as Another Miss Oh, The King’s Daughter, Doctor Romantic, The Beauty Inside, and You Are My Spring, she has become a beloved figure in Korean entertainment, widely praised for her versatility and depth.
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