Cast and characters
◆ Park Ha-na as Maeng Gong-hee
The daughter of Kang Myung-ja and Maeng Kyung-tae, she works as a contract designer at Jayce Fashion and is known for her survival instinct, which has earned her the nickname “wild woman”. Her life was going smoothly until her childhood friend Goo Dan-soo returns and becomes her rooftop tenant, marking the beginning of their story.
◆ Park Sang-nam as Goo Dan-soo
Granddaughter of Jayce Fashion President Hwang Ik-seon, Goo Dan-soo has a cheerful and innocent personality. However, his life takes a turn after his mother escapes. After wandering aimlessly, he is sent away as part of his grandmother’s plan, which leads him to reunite with his childhood friend Maeng Gong-hee.
◆ Lee Yeon-doo as Kang Ji-na
Head of Jayce Fashion’s design team, Kang Ji-na is the only daughter of the Dodo Group and is known for her exceptional design skills. He falls in love at first sight with his colleague Min-ki but rejects his sudden proposal due to his anti-marriage stance. However, when Min-ki begins to show interest in contract employee Maeng Gong-hee, his feelings become mixed.
◆ Kim Sa-kwon and Seo Min-ki
The head of Jayce Fashion’s marketing team, Min-ki is heartbroken after being rejected by Ji-na. Shocked when he learns of Goo Dan-soo’s meeting (with a potential spouse) with Ji-na, Min-ki becomes determined to surpass Dan-soo and reach the top.
◆ Lee Eun-hyung as Maeng Gong-bu
The son of Kang Myung-ja and Maeng Kyung-tae, Maeng Gong-bu is an elite doctor who graduated from a prestigious medical school. Impulsive and unpredictable, her life takes a turn when the enigmatic Eom Hong-dan enters her life, bringing unexpected changes.
◆ Park Tam-hee as Eom Hong-dan
The talented deputy director of Jayce Fashion’s design team, Eom Hong-dan learns of her premature menopause and decides to have a child with Maeng Gong-bu. However, as his complicated situation is revealed, his life is thrown into chaos and he is left uncertain whether the outcome will be a blessing or a curse.
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The drama “My Merry Marriage” promises to reveal complex family relationships, intertwined love lines and various conflicts. The story revolves around the Maeng family and the romantic entanglements between Seo Min-ki and Kang Ji-na. Their interactions will explore different emotions and perspectives, with Maeng Gong-hee and Goo Dan-soo’s childhood bond expected to spark current conflicts.
Through this depiction of generational clashes and realistic relationships, the drama invites viewers to reflect on their daily lives in a moving way.
Plot summary
In an age where marriage rates are declining and birth rates are at their lowest levels globally, “My Merry Marriage” explores why modern people are hesitant to get married and have children. The drama delves into the selfish desires behind these decisions, while also suggesting that the conditions for marriage may be simpler than we think. Ultimately, the show emphasizes that marriage is the most selfish choice for one’s happiness, while also showing the growth of parents as they take on the role of raising children.
The story reflects the reality of today’s mothers. Through mothers, the drama revisits the true meaning of love and sacrifice within complex family relationships. Viewers will find warmth and inspiration as these characters seek happiness through marriage and becoming parents.
Source: Tistoria
