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MBC's next weekend drama promises to be as realistic as it is wacky. Entitled Let's Go to the Moon (달까지 가자)Starting in September, the series will feature 3 heroines from modest backgrounds, who enter the cut-throat world of cryptocurrencies in the hope of changing their destiny. An original pitch supported by a first-rate cast and adapted from Jang Ryujin's hugely popular bestseller.
A story of survival as funny as it is gritty
Let's Go to the Moon follows the journey of 3 women on modest incomes, who, faced with a suffocating economic reality, decide to bet everything on crypto investing. Between dreams of financial escape, office woes and moral dilemmas, this comedy-drama promises to be a gritty mirror of our times, somewhere between social satire and raw emotion.
The original work, which won over many readers, is adapted here, with endearing characters, a touch of dark humor and infectious energy.
An explosive trio: Lee Sun-bin, Ra Mi-ran and Jo Ah-ram
Upon reading the script, the chemistry between the three lead actresses was immediately obvious.
- Lee Sun-bin camp Jung Da-haeA discreet woman in her thirties, born into a lacklustre and uncomfortable childhood, with a "normal", even banal, educational and professional background... but profoundly human. The actress brings a poignant accuracy to her role, making palpable the fatigue of a minimum-wage life, but also the fragile hope that remains.
- Ra Mi-rantrue to his reputation, embodies Kang Eun-sanga seemingly model employee obsessed with making money. With her razor-sharp sense of humor and ability to play between lightness and seriousness, she promises a delightful performance.
- Jo Ah Rambrings to life Kim Ji-songa young MZ who lives by the YOLO principle. Eccentric, naive and full of energy, she embodies the audacity and casualness of a disillusioned but resourceful generation.
Their trio, nicknamed the "Mu-nan-i" (a pun on "ordinary"), is anything but banal. Far from clichés, they form an unlikely alliance, full of tenderness, humor and complicity.
Kim Young-dae in elegant contrast
At their side, Kim Young-dae provides an interesting counterpoint as Ham Ji-wooThe ambitious, elegant executive is the complete opposite of the 3 heroines. From a wealthy background, he seems to have stepped straight out of a classic drama where heirs shine. Motivated not by money but by ideals, he will nevertheless cross paths with the "Mu-nan-i" and turn their lives upside down.
An equally promising secondary cast
The drama also brings together a cast of seasoned actors and rising talents: Kim Mi-kyung, Eum Moon-suk, Hong Seung-hee, Ahn Dong-gu, Oh Seung-ah or even Seo Ji-sooall come together to recreate the world of "Maron Confectionery", where the 3 heroines work. The atmosphere, both realistic and absurd, brings to life a professional microcosm that will speak to many viewers.
The production promises a series "full of humanity, humor and deeply rooted in everyday life". The tone will oscillate between social satire, chronicle of modern precariousness and feel-good drama. It's sure to appeal to a wide audience, and perhaps even make us reflect on our relationship with money, work and the dreams we sacrifice as we grow up.
Let's Go to the Moon will be broadcast from september 2025each Friday and Saturday on MBC.
