‘Family By Choice’ Self-Introduction Written by Hwang In-yeop

The upcoming JTBC Wednesday drama, Family By Choice (written by Hong Si-young, directed by Kim Seung-ho, and produced by Hi-Zium Studio, Base Story, and SLL), will make its debut on Wednesday, October 9. This romantic drama explores the lives of three kids who have been like family for a decade, yet have been estranged from each other for the same period.

Kim San-ha, portrayed by Hwang In-yeop, is a strikingly handsome and well-rounded individual who seems to have it all. Despite his enviable exterior, Kim San-ha is internally a prickly hedgehog, shaped by an early childhood incident that made him mature faster than his peers and develop a habit of enduring hardship silently. The only sources of comfort in his life are Yoon Joo-won (played by Jung Chae-yeon), Kang Hae-joon (played by Bae Hyun-sung), his father Yoon Jung-jae (played by Choi Won-young), and Kim Dae-wook (played by Choi Moo-sung). The mystery surrounding why Kim San-ha abandoned the sanctuary that once made him feel loved and lived as a stranger for ten years is piquing interest.

Hwang In-yeop, who plays Kim San-ha, has crafted a personal character profile that reflects the mature aspects of his role. His motto, “Let’s cherish the time to come rather than the time that has passed,” along with his self-described keyword #family, indicates his role as a guardian to Yoon Joo-won and Kang Hae-joon, highlighting the reliable and protective aspects of Kim San-ha.

Additionally, Hwang In-yeop selected #outside and #studyinggenius as keywords to describe Kim San-ha. A recently released photo showcases the duality of Kim San-ha’s character: outwardly cold but inwardly warm. While his piercing eyes suggest intellectual depth, his occasional bright smile reveals a softer side.

As Hwang In-yeop brings this complex character to life, viewers can anticipate a nuanced portrayal of Kim San-ha, navigating between warmth and aloofness. He is set to depict Kim San-ha’s evolution with the same clarity and freshness as the autumn sky.

Family By Choice will premiere on October 9 (Wednesday) at 8:50 PM on JTBC, with episodes airing consecutively every Wednesday. International audiences can catch the show on Viu (covering Asia, the Middle East, and Africa), U-Next in Japan, and Rakuten Viki in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Oceania, and India.