Ji Jin-Hee Describes ‘Romance In The House’ As A Unique Divorce Drama

Byeon Moo-jin is not exactly welcome when he shows up at the apartment building where his children and ex-wife live. These characters in the k-drama Romance In The House have reasons to be wary. Life has been relatively peaceful since the divorce and his former family has no wish to return to the past. That’s not true for Moo-jin. He would love to make things up to his ex-wife.

“Romance in the House tells the bittersweet story of an unwanted divorce, caused from a lack of love and the poor choices made by Moo-jin,” said Ji Jin-hee, the actor who plays Moo-jin. “His heartfelt journey to make amends and rebuild his family is what truly sets this story apart. I found the narrative and character setting both compelling and refreshingly unique.”

Moo-jin’s sudden appearance after a long and mysterious absence prompts suspicion rather than sympathy.

“Yet, as the story unfolds towards the conclusion, it is his unwavering devotion to the same woman, the heartbreak of his divorce, and his struggle to rediscover love that evoke sympathy from the audience,” said Ji. “These emotional threads were seamlessly integrated into the script, shaping Byeon Moo-jin’s character and guiding his every action. This allowed me to immerse myself fully in his journey, making the acting process feel natural and effortless.”

Like many 2024 Korean series the focus of this SLL drama is on divorce, but it’s perspective differs as it centers on a divorced couple who might potentially get back together. Moo-jin’s ex-wife, Geum Ae-yeon, is played by Kim Ji-soo , an actress who played Ji’s wife once before. In the 2013-2014 drama Word From A Warm Heart, she was married to Ji’s character and knew he was having an affair. Ji enjoyed acting with Kim again.

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“We shared so many wonderful and joyful memories while working on A Warm Word, and this time was no different,” said Ji. “I trust her deeply, and the chemistry between us on screen is truly remarkable. It’s no surprise that every scene we performed together flowed so effortlessly.”

Ji, who made his acting debut in 2000 with the drama Female Secretary, has a long resume of drama roles that includes D.P. Season 2, Move to Heaven, Designated Survivor: 60 Days, Misty, Take Care of Us Captain, Dong Yi and Jewel in the Palace. He also currently appears in the Netflix film Officer Black Belt.

“While I’ve enjoyed every project I’ve been part of, my true passion lies in romantic comedies and melodramas,” said Ji. “These are the genres I’ve always loved, and they’ve always topped my watch list. I hope to keep exploring them in the future. I’m also drawn to films where justice prevails.”

Each role he takes on offers him a new perspective on life.

“I feel that acting helps me grow and mature by allowing me to glimpse lives I haven't had a chance to live,” said Ji. “While exploring and digesting the new character, it gives me a chance to understand many different aspects of life that I didn’t fully grasp before. This process of ‘learning things’ offers me immense happiness.”

The SLL drama, which also stars Son Na-eun, SHINee member Choi Min-ho and Astro member Yoon San-ha, can be seen on Netflix.