Following a thread similar to other very popular dramas, such as SKY Castle and The World of the Married, Penthouse is a Korean drama detailing the lives of the rich and the corrupted who are living in Hera Palace. Obviously, it is very fun to see how the uber-rich live, and having a glimpse into their lives makes for an extremely entertaining show. So, it goes without saying, but Penthouse was a smash hit as soon as it was released. Many are wondering what the cast of Penthouse is like now.
For many people, Korean dramas are a happy place, serving as an outlet for the daily stresses of their lives. But many people also gravitate toward some “stressful” Korean dramas, such as Penthouse. This salacious drama has been loved by many simply due to its absurdity and the fact that it develops at such a break-neck speed without having compromised on its quality. Keep on reading to know more about the cast of Penthouse.
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Penthouse Plot
Penthouse is divided into three very entertaining seasons. The first season entails Shim Su Ryeon (Lee Ji-ah), whose husband is the shady Joo Dan Tae, played by Uhm Ki Joon. But their marriage is far from perfect since Joo Dan Tae is hiding something from Shim So Ryeon.
Oh Yoon Hee, who is played by Eugene, is someone who is not rich. She is humble and lives a simple life, but for the sake of her children, she wants to climb the social ladder. Cheon Seo-jin (Kim So Yeon) is a famous soprano whose father has been the head of Cheong-ah Arts School since high school. Oh Yoon Hee and Cheon Seo Jin get embroiled in a love triangle with Ha Yoon Cheol, played by Yoon Jong Hoon.
The thing about the residents of Hera Palace is that they would go to any extent to ensure that their kids are happy and that they get into the Cheong Ah Arts School. However, things fall apart when a girl, Min Seol Ah (Jo Soo Min), falls to her death during a party at Hera Palace, and while the residents are trying to cover up the fact that Min Seol Ah died at their place, they cannot help but be suspicious of each other about who murdered the poor girl. The season in question deals with the murder of Mi Seol Ah and how the residents of Hera Palace react to it.
The second season of Penthouse deals with Shim So Ryeon’s death and Oh Yoon Hee’s need for revenge. At the same time, Cheon Seo Jin has a fall from grace. But Oh Yoon Hee is framed for murder, and Cheonn Seo Jin decides to get married to Joo Dan Tae.
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Cast of Penthouse:
Lee Ji Ah as Shim Su Ryeon
Shim Su Ryeon is the epitome of class and elegance. She is able to hide her fierce nature behind a soft demeanor, making her the wrong person to cross paths with.
Kim So Yeon as Cheon Seo Jin
Cheon Seo Jin is another ambitious character who will stop at nothing to ensure her child is the best at the music university. But it is her insecurities that get the best of her, leading to her downfall.
Eugene as Oh Yoon Hee
Oh Yoon Hee’s lifeline is her daughter, and for her daughter, she will go to any extent as well. Her childhood rival was Cheon Seo Jin, and due to this rivalry, she was not given her due chances in life.
Uhm Ki Joon as Joo Dan Tae
Joo Dan Tae is the embodiment of evil. He pretends to care, but when push comes to shove, he is willing to show his cold and calculating side as a businessman.
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