Nana and Son Ye Jin's Acting Transformation and Behind-the-Scenes Stories in Netflix Drama 'Scandal'

Nana's 'strong woman charisma' displayed towards Son Ye Jin in the Netflix series 'Scandal' has recently garnered significant attention. During the production presentation, Nana was observed casually adjusting Son Ye Jin's skirt, drawing focus to Nana's evolving charm. Previously known for her glamorous visuals in After School and Orange Caramel, Nana is now praised for her chic style and actions, earning her the moniker 'strong woman charisma'.

Nana, whose real name is Im Jin-ah, was born in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do, in 1991. She debuted with After School in 2009 and gained widespread recognition through her activities with Orange Caramel. Her role as Kim Mo-mi in 'Mask Girl,' where she portrayed a character living with a new face after plastic surgery, solidified her reputation as an actress, showcasing her cold gaze and subdued demeanor. 'Scandal' marks Nana's first historical drama, where she plays Heeyeon, engaging in a dangerous love wager alongside Son Ye Jin (Lady Jo) and Ji Chang-wook (Jo Won). This drama is a remake of the 2003 film 'Untold Scandal,' which itself is based on the 1782 French novel 'Les Liaisons dangereuses'.

Bloggers expressed initial curiosity about the casting choices for Netflix's 'Scandal,' particularly noting that Son Ye Jin and Nana took on roles different from their established images. After watching the series, many reported understanding the rationale behind the casting. Son Ye Jin received praise for anchoring the role of Lady Jo, with the subtle tension between Son Ye Jin, Han Sun-hwa, and Kang Ji-eun being particularly memorable. While Nana's character Heeyeon shares narrative similarities with Jeon Do-yeon's role in the 2003 film, the director stated that the characters and relationships were newly written, offering fans of the original an interesting comparison point.