Im Soo Jung Transforms into a Money-Savvy Ambitious Character in Disney+ Series “Low Life” – kdramadiary
Im Soo Jung is breaking away from her usual roles — and she’s doing it with sharp ambition and fearless flair.
In Disney+’s upcoming original series Low Life, the actress takes on an electrifying transformation as Yang Jeong-sook, a woman who never flinches when it comes to money.
Set in 1977, the series follows a group of straight-laced, hardworking rural folks who unexpectedly band together in pursuit of a sunken treasure ship.
Jeong-sook is the sharp-minded owner of Heungbaek Industries — and the secret driving force behind its chairman, Cheon Hwang-sik (played by Jang Gwang).
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Known for her elegant yet restrained screen presence, Im Soo Jung now dives into a character who is unapologetically driven and laser-focused on power and wealth. Jeong-sook has a money sense sharper than most and isn’t afraid to follow her instincts — even if it means walking a morally gray line. Her ambition simmers beneath her poised exterior, making her one of the most intriguing figures in this retro-tinged heist tale.
Recently revealed character stills show Yang Jeong-sook clad in chic 1970s fashion, her poised hands and piercing gaze embodying confidence and control. Her eyes, locked forward with precision, hint at a woman who doesn’t just chase fortune — she strategizes her way to it.
Im Soo Jung shared her excitement about the role, saying, “I wanted to explore a new kind of character, one with a very different arc and ending from the ones I’ve portrayed before.” She described Yang Jeong-sook as “a woman who is fiercely loyal to her desires and doesn’t hesitate to act on them. She charges forward without apology.”
Director Kang Yoon-sung praised Im’s layered portrayal, stating, “She nailed the many sides of Yang Jeong-sook with remarkable subtlety. Her acting never feels exaggerated — it’s grounded and compelling, like watching a real person.”
Low Life premieres with three episodes on July 16, followed by a weekly rollout: two episodes each on July 23, July 30, August 6, and August 13, wrapping up with a total of 11 episodes.
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