Model (1997 South Korean TV Series)

Model is a South Korean television drama series that aired on the SBS network from April 9 to August 7, 1997. Spanning 36 episodes, the series focuses on the professional and personal lives of individuals working within the fashion industry, highlighting the intense competition and ambition inherent in the field.

Promotional poster for the 1997 television drama Model — Promotional image for the 1997 SBS drama Model.

Plot

The narrative centers on the experiences of young men and women striving for success as models. The series depicts various aspects of the fashion world, including runway shows, modeling competitions, and the corporate rivalries between fashion houses. Beyond the professional sphere, the plot incorporates themes of personal ambition, social critique, and the complexities of human relationships within a high-pressure environment.

Cast

The series features an ensemble cast that includes several prominent South Korean actors:

Kim Nam-Joo as Kyeong-rin Song
Jang Dong-Gun as Jeong Lee
Han Jae-Suk as Won-jun Jo
Yum Jung-Ah as Su-ah Park
Song Seon-Mi as Lee-ju Kim
Lee Sun-Jin as Pil-sun Na

The supporting cast features notable appearances by actors including Jang Hyuk, Ha You-Mi, and So Ji-Sub.

Production

The series was directed by Kang-hun Lee, with a screenplay written by Yun-taek Lee, Lee Kyoung-Hee, and Lee Sun-Hee. It was broadcast on SBS in South Korea.