Song Il-gook Reinterprets Anger Acting in 'Mermaid Lady' on MBC's 'DocuPrime'

By Choi Songhee Posted : June 13, 2026, 08:03 Updated : June 13, 2026, 08:03
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MBC's 'DocuPrime - Life Needs a Script' revisits the popular drama 'Mermaid Lady.'

The second episode, airing on the 14th, will focus on the 2002 drama 'Mermaid Lady,' which garnered significant acclaim during its original broadcast.

'Life Needs a Script' is a health-oriented program that explores health issues through the characters and stories of MBC's classic dramas, hosted by actor Song Il-gook and announcer Park Ji-min.

This episode will delve into the casting story of Jang Seo-hee, who created a sensation with her role in 'Mermaid Lady,' and reflect on the impact the show left behind. Jang Seo-hee won the Grand Prize at the MBC Acting Awards for her performance in the drama, achieving an extraordinary milestone as a lead actress in a daily drama.

Song Il-gook will analyze Jang Seo-hee's portrayal of anger in 'Mermaid Lady' from an actor's perspective. He will discuss the challenges of maintaining emotion while shouting and will demonstrate the crucial timing and breath control involved in action scenes, including the slap scene, live in the studio.

Additionally, the episode will explore the characters' skincare routines in 'Mermaid Lady' and examine the relationship between wrinkles and health. Experts will simplify the connections between collagen reduction, skin changes, and overall health.

The second episode of MBC's 'DocuPrime - Life Needs a Script' will air at 7:40 a.m. on the 14th.




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