Lee Joo Bin stars in the Korean drama Queen of Tears as Cheon Da Hye, the wife of Hong Soo Cheol (Kwak Dong Yeon). In the series, she juggles four roles: wife, mother, wealthy daughter-in-law, and con artist.
Speaking to various Korean media outlets, Lee Joo Bin shared her experience of delving into her character in the drama, scripted by Park Ji Eun. Curious about her journey? Here’s the rundown.
1. Chemistry with Kwak Dong Yeon Came Naturally
Kwak Dong Yeon and Lee Joo Bin, cast as Queen of Tears (instagram.com/hellobeen)Lee Joo Bin discussed how effortlessly she built chemistry with Kwak Dong Yeon, who portrays Hong Soo Cheol. She expressed relief and happiness with Kwak Dong Yeon’s casting despite their eight-year age gap, noting his maturity. She credited him as an icebreaker on set, praising his intelligence and humor. Lee Joo Bin rated their chemistry a solid 95 out of 100, deducting points only because of his penchant for making her laugh uncontrollably.
2. Investing in the Role of a Wealthy Daughter-in-Law
Lee Joo Bin plays Cheon Da Hye in the drama Queen of Tears (instagram.com/andmarq_official)Lee Joo Bin went to great lengths to embody the role of a wealthy daughter-in-law, even purchasing expensive clothing to exude the aura of luxury. Drawing inspiration from foreign artists’ photos, she amassed a collection of outfits, including some from sponsors and others she bought herself. Despite the challenge of selecting these clothes, she embraced it as part of her artistic process.
3. Challenges of Portraying a Mother
Koo See Woo and Lee Joo Bin, cast as Queen of Tears (instagram.com/hellobeen)Admitting to facing difficulties portraying a mother for the first time, Lee Joo Bin sought assistance from the production team to overcome her initial awkwardness, particularly in scenes with her on-screen child, Koo See Woo. Despite the challenges, her closeness with Koo See Woo off-camera facilitated their on-screen bond, easing her into the role.
Despite her supporting role, Lee Joo Bin captivated audiences with her portrayal of Cheon Da Hye in Queen of Tears. In her upcoming project, tentatively titled Guardian, she takes on the lead role. Stay tuned for more updates on her latest endeavor!
