3 Things To Look Forward To In Upcoming Drama "The Art Of Negotiation"

JTBC’s new drama “The Art of Negotiation” premieres tonight!

“The Art of Negotiation” follows the story of Yoon Joo No, an M&A expert who is known as a legendary negotiator, as he leads his team through high-stakes corporate challenges. The drama is helmed by director Ahn Pan Seok, who is known for his meticulous attention to detail and realism.

Here are three reasons to tune in:

1. Collaboration between acclaimed director Ahn Pan Seok and Lee Je Hoon

“The Art of Negotiation” is an office drama directed by director Ahn Pan Seok, whose previous works like “Behind the White Tower” and “Something in the Rain” are renowned for their realistic and detailed direction. His collaboration with Lee Je Hoon, a versatile actor known for his unique charisma, has heightened anticipation for the actor’s drastic transformation in this project.

Additionally, the drama boasts a stellar supporting cast, including veteran actors Kim Dae Myeung, Sung Dong Il, and Jang Hyun Sung, whose natural and realistic acting will add depth to the series. Rising stars Ahn Hyun Ho and Cha Kang Yoon round out this impressive lineup, bringing fresh energy to the show and ensuring a perfect generational mix.

2. A corporate war without gunshots

M&A (mergers and acquisitions) is a key component of modern capitalism, a powerful force that can either save or bankrupt companies. At the core of “The Art of Negotiation” lies the cutthroat world of corporate negotiations, with high-stakes deals shaping the fate of entire organizations.

In the drama, Yoon Joo No (Lee Je Hoon) is tasked with leading negotiations using his calm, calculated judgment and sharp insights. However, he won’t face these challenges alone. His team includes Oh Soon Young (Kim Dae Myeung), whose empathetic abilities offer a different perspective, Kwak Min Jung (Ahn Hyun Ho), who brings rational judgment to the table, and Gen Z intern Choi Jin Soo (Cha Kang Yoon).

3. The power struggle surrounding Sanin Group

Sanin Group, one of Korea’s leading corporations, is on the brink of collapse with a staggering debt of 11 trillion won (approximately $7.6 billion). To save the company, CEO Song Jae Shik (Sung Dong Il) hires the legendary negotiator Yoon Jo No to head the M&A team.

However, Sanin Group is effectively under the control of CFO Ha Tae Soo (Jang Hyun Sung), whose ambitions to take over the company put him at odds with Yoon Joo No. As tensions rise, intense emotional confrontations and a sharp power struggle set the stage for the ultimate corporate showdown.

“The Art of Negotiation” premieres on March 8 at 10:30 p.m. KST and will be available to watch on Viki.

In the meantime, check out a trailer for the drama with English subtitles below:

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