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September promises to be an exciting month on tvN with the arrival of Shin's Project, a comedy-drama with a concept as original as it is promising. Led by established actor Han Seok-gyualongside young talent Bae Hyeon-seong and Lee Rethe series revealed itself through the first images of its script reading, revealing a tasty chemistry between its characters.
Shin, an everyday hero like no other
Shin's Project tells the story of Shin, a fried chicken restaurant manager... who doesn't just serve crispy wings. In a neighborhood where tensions and petty conflicts are mounting, Shin becomes a mediator ready to go wherever disputes break out to restore calm. Behind his apron lies a true, almost mythical negotiator, in a society where dialogue seems increasingly difficult.
This counter-current role is entrusted to Han Seok-gyu (Dr. Romantic, Doubt), making his tvN production debut. Charismatic and full of subtlety, he promises to deliver an unforgettable performance between humor and gravity.
A former judge in an apron and an outspoken delivery girl
At his side, Bae Hyeon-seong (seen in 2024 in Family by choice) embodies Philip ChoA young judge who, through a series of unexpected circumstances, finds himself parachuted into a chicken restaurant! Disoriented, awkward but endearing, he discovers a world quite different from that of the courts.
Lee Re (Devils stay, It's okay), meanwhile, lends her features to Lee Si-onShe's a spirited young delivery girl, as spicy as spicy chicken. With her outspokenness and resourcefulness, she's a refreshing and essential member of the team.
A human and social comedy
The production describes Shin's Project as a "sparkling negotiation comedy", proving that conflicts can still be settled with words... and lots of humor. With its mix of tasty verbal jousting, absurd situations and social reflections, the series is as much about making us laugh as touching our hearts.
A reading of the script has already confirmed that the actors are very much on the same wavelength. The exchange of lines brought out the laughter, foreshadowing a warm and captivating drama.
