Entertainer (South Korean Television Series)

Entertainer (Korean: 딴따라; RR: Ddanddara) is a South Korean television series that aired on SBS from April 20 to June 16, 2016. The drama, directed by Hong Sung-Chang and written by Yoo Young-A, follows the professional and personal struggles of a former top entertainment manager attempting to rebuild his career by forming a new band.

Entertainer promotional poster — Promotional material for the drama series Entertainer.

Plot Synopsis

Shin Suk-Ho (Ji Sung) is a high-profile director at a major entertainment agency who plans to launch his own company, Mango. His plans are derailed when he is framed for a DUI offense, leading to the loss of his talent and his reputation. While in Busan, he discovers a talented young singer named Ha-Neul (Kang Min-Hyuk), who is struggling with a false accusation of sexual harassment. Recognizing Ha-Neul's potential, Suk-Ho decides to mentor him and form a new band, navigating the cutthroat music industry while seeking redemption.

Ji Sung as Shin Suk-Ho — Ji Sung portrays the protagonist, Shin Suk-Ho.

Production

The series was originally scheduled for 16 episodes but was extended to 18 episodes during its broadcast run. The first script reading was held in mid-March 2016 at the SBS Ilsan Production Studios in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. The role of Ha-Neul was initially offered to actor Park Bo-Gum, who ultimately declined the part. The series occupied the Wednesday and Thursday 22:00 time slot on SBS, following Come Back Mister and preceding Wanted.

Hyeri as Geu-Rin — Hyeri plays the role of Geu-Rin.

Cast

Ji Sung as Shin Suk-Ho
Hyeri as Geu-Rin
Kang Min-Hyuk as Ha-Neul
Chae Jung-An as Yeo Min-Joo
Gong Myung as Kayle
Lee Tae-Sun as Na Yeon-Soo
L.Joe as Seo Jae-Hoon
Jeon No-Min as Lee Joon-Suk
Heo Joon-Seok as Kim Joo-Han
Jeong Man-Sik as Jang Man-Sik
Ahn Nae-Sang as CEO Byun

Kang Min-Hyuk as Ha-Neul — Kang Min-Hyuk stars as the aspiring singer Ha-Neul.