You Have Done Well () is an upcoming South Korean drama directed by Kim Won-seok and written by Lim Sang-choon.
Premise
A drama that unfolds the adventurous life of Ae-soon, the "remarkable rebel," born in Jeju in the 1950s, and Gwan-sik, the "unyielding iron," full of challenges and trials throughout the four seasons.
Cast and characters
Main
Lee Ji-eun as Ae-soon. A spirited rebel, much like a "stubborn potato." Despite being in a situation that calls for maturity, she remains unyielding, her voice trembling like a goat each time she defies. She is a young girl with a touch of literary charm. Though slightly inexperienced, she is not overshadowed. Like a vibrant flower, she defiantly tilts her head towards the sun, even beneath the shaded walls that deny a single ray of light. She is an intriguing character, resolute and unfazed, radiating a captivating presence. Even in circumstances where attending school is impossible, she dreams of becoming a poet. Unafraid to express her emotions openly, her laughter resounds across the vast sea. She is a bold and spirited individual. Kim Tae-yeon as child Ae-soon Moon So-ri as middle age Ae-soon Park Bo-gum as Gwan-sik. A character as silent and unyielding as "steel." He is a diligent and unwavering individual, understanding the immense power of true dedication. In matters of love, however, he is as fragile as a ripe peach. Even a smile from Ae-soon can cause his heart to falter, and his tears are equally devastating. Nevertheless, his loyalty, like unyielding steel, remains unshakable. From the very beginning, he loves and cherishes Ae-soon alone, never straying from his commitment. Using the pretext of the era, he takes the reins of Ae-soon's pivotal moments, steering, pulling the emergency brake, and at times even stepping on the accelerator of life. These actions defy the predictable course of time, as he wholeheartedly embraces his role as a warrior of unwavering devotion. Lee Cheon-mu as child Gwan-sik Park Hae-joon as middle age Gwan-sik Oh Jung-se Lee Jun-young
Supporting character
Na Moon-hee
Choi Da-hoon
Kim Yong-rim
Baek Ji-won
Yeom Hye-ran
Lee Soo-kyung
Special appearance
Kim Seon-ho
Production
Development
The upcoming series, written by Lim Sang-choon, marks her return after writing the 2019 drama When the Camellia Blooms. The critically acclaimed director Kim Won-seok helmed the project. On January 27, 2023, the title of the series, initially referred to as "Life" as a working title, was unveiled as "You Have Done Well." The title, derived from the Jeju dialect, carries the meaning of "Thank you for your hard work." The production cost is known to be around .
Casting
On January 27, 2023, IU and Park Bo-gum were confirmed to be cast in the roles of main characters Ae-soon and Gwan-sik respectively. Kim Won-seok and Lee Ji-eun found themselves joining forces once again after their successful collaboration in the 2018 tvN drama series My Mister.
On January 30, 2023, Moon So-ri and Park Hae-joon were officially confirmed to play the older versions of Ae-soon and Gwan-sik, respectively. This marks the fourth collaboration between Park Hae-joon and director Kim Won-seok, following their successful partnerships on tvN dramas like Misaeng: Incomplete Life, My Mister, and Arthdal Chronicles.
Following the casting news, on February 28, 2023, Choi Dae-hoon's participation in the drama was also confirmed. Furthermore, it was revealed that filming for the series would commence in March. On March 10, 2023, the casting of Na Moon-hee and Kim Yong-rim was announced. This project reunites Kim Yong-rim and Lee Ji-eun after nine years, since their previous joint project in the KBS2 weekend drama series You Are the Best! which aired in 2013. Finally, on March 15, 2023, Lee Jun-young's casting was confirmed, and he actively participated in the script reading, securing a lead role in the drama.
On May 12, 2023, Lee Soo-kyung's casting was confirmed. It has been reported that the script reading is about to take place after a meeting with director Kim Won-seok. Baek Ji-won's casting was confirmed on June 23, 2023, followed by Oh Jeong-se's confirmation on July 25, 2023. An article was published on July 27, 2023, announcing that Kim Seon-ho would make a special appearance. Jeong Yi-seo's casting was confirmed on August 24, 2023, and Lee Soo-mi's casting was confirmed on September 5, 2023. In an interview with Yeom Hye-ran on September 16, 2023, it was revealed that her next work would be You Have Done Well.