Actor Lee Junho transforms from a free-spirited youth roaming Apgujeong into a sales manager.
On the 22nd, tvN's new weekend drama 'Typhoon Salesman' unveiled Lee Junho's growth poster and video, showcasing his transformation from a free-spirited youth to a businessman.
In the released poster, Kang Tae-pung (played by Lee Junho) is sitting amidst piles of cargo, holding fabric with a bright smile. The phrase, "It's okay to expect. I didn't start this just to survive," strongly conveys his determination to protect everyone. Standing at the center of chaos due to the IMF, Kang Tae-pung becomes a novice CEO of a trading company and is set to inspire viewers with his unwavering will and courage in overcoming crises.
The growth teaser video also highlights Kang Tae-pung's resolute will. Once known as 'Apgujeong Street Boyz', Kang Tae-pung grapples with the sudden shock of the IMF while holding the bankruptcy notice of Typhoon Salesman, eventually declaring, "I want to become a real employee of Typhoon Salesman," choosing the path of a businessman. Despite his confident resolve, there are humorous moments where he reveals awkwardness during phone calls with foreign companies.
These ups and downs in Kang Tae-pung's experiences lead to his growth. His interactions with the employees at Typhoon Salesman will showcase his proactive nature and will present viewers with a great emotional impact. Especially, the scene where he desperately tries to stop a moving cargo truck encapsulates his unwavering sense of responsibility and his will to advance together in times of crisis, raising expectations.
The production team stated, "We captured Kang Tae-pung's character, who does not hesitate to break through in the face of crisis, in this poster and video. His journey embodies the core message that 'Typhoon Salesman' seeks to convey, leaving warm empathy and hope for the viewers." This further enhances the anticipation for the drama.
'Typhoon Salesman', which depicts the struggles of novice salesman Kang Tae-pung who became a CEO during the 1997 IMF economic crisis, is set to air its first episode on October 11 at 9:10 PM.