Jang Gyuri Transforms into a News Anchor in MBC's Weekend Drama, "When the Phone Rings", Showcasing Her Versatile Charm

Actress Jang Gyu-ri is gaining attention for her transformation into a news anchor in a new drama. The MBC weekend drama, ‘When the Phone Rings’ (지금 거신 전화는)which premiered on the 22nd, features Jang Gyu-ri as Na Yu-ri, a popular news anchor, showcasing her multifaceted charms.

In the first episode, Na Yu-ri captivated viewers with her stable news presentation skills. Even during a broadcast accident, she calmly handled the situation, demonstrating her professionalism. Portrayed as a capable and trustworthy anchor among her colleagues, she made a strong impression from the very beginning of the drama.

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However, after the broadcast, she showed a contrasting charm. Na Yu-ri displayed warm humanity by cheerfully comforting her colleague, Hee-ju (Chae Soo-bin). Her pure admiration for her respected senior, Baek Sa-eon (Yoo Yeon-seok), added a fun and cute energy. Her passionate "fandom" in the drama added depth to her character and brought laughter to the viewers.

MBC Weekend Drama

In particular, the first meeting between Na Yu-ri and Ji Sang-woo (Heo Nam-jun) was another highlight of the drama. Sang-woo saved Yu-ri from being knocked over by fans in front of the broadcasting station, marking their first encounter. The mishap of Yu-ri's coffee spilling on Sang-woo's hand brought laughter. Na Yu-ri's apologetic yet pure fan-like conversation with Sang-woo further highlighted the character's vibrancy and charm.

In this work, Jang Gyu-ri perfectly embodies the Na Yu-ri character, showcasing both her professional demeanor as a news anchor and her quirky and lovable side. Her energetic personality and diverse acting spectrum offer viewers a refreshing experience, raising anticipation for the future development of the drama.

Furthermore, Jang Gyu-ri consistently demonstrates her growth as an actress by taking on new challenges in each project. Much attention is focused on the additional charms and acting transformations she will display through ‘When the Phone Rings’.

‘When the Phone Rings’ (지금 거신 전화는)airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM on MBC. Don't miss Na Yu-ri's story, as portrayed by Jang Gyu-ri, and the various relationships and events that unfold in the drama!

Who is Actress Jang Gyu-ri?

Jang Gyu-ri is a South Korean actress born in Seoul on December 27, 1997. Standing at 168cm tall, Jang Gyu-ri is a former member of the girl group fromis_9, transitioning to acting in July 2022 after leaving the group.

Currently enrolled in the acting department of Seoul Institute of the Arts, she debuted in the entertainment industry through Mnet's 'Idol School' in 2017. Since then, she has appeared in dramas such as tvN's 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' and SBS's 'Cheer Up,' receiving recognition for her acting skills. She won the SBS Drama Awards' New Star Award in 2022 for her role in 'Cheer Up'.

Recently, she expanded her acting career by appearing in tvN's drama ‘Player 2: The War of the Tricksters’. Jang Gyu-ri is receiving attention for her fresh and multifaceted charms and stable acting skills, and she is an up-and-coming actress whose future activities are highly anticipated.