“Mary Hands People” Kicks Off with Electrifying Script Reading: Lee Bo Young, Lee Min Ki, Kang Ki Young Deliver Powerhouse Performances – kdramadiary
The curtain has officially lifted on MBC’s highly anticipated Friday-Saturday drama Mary Hands People, as the cast gathered for their very first table read, delivering a charged atmosphere filled with talent, tension, and undeniable synergy.
Set to premiere on August 1st, Mary Hands People follows the gripping story of an emergency physician who provides assisted death for terminal patients—and the detective determined to track her down. Adapted by writer Lee Soo-ah and helmed by action-savvy director Park Joon-woo (Taxi Driver, Crash), the show promises a bold blend of suspense, emotional depth, and philosophical intrigue.
The script reading session buzzed with dynamic energy as powerhouse actors Lee Bo Young, Lee Min Ki, and Kang Ki Young showcased a seamless blend of chemistry and command. Lee Bo Young transforms into Woo So-jung, an ER doctor walking the ethical tightrope between saving lives and easing suffering. Her poised yet emotionally nuanced performance revealed a woman torn between conviction and compassion.
Opposite her, Lee Min Ki brought quiet intensity to Jo Hyun-woo, a terminally ill patient caught in the throes of existential crisis. His stillness, layered with grief and clarity, added emotional gravity from the very first page.
Kang Ki Young, stepping into the shoes of disbarred plastic surgeon Choi Dae-hyun, infused the room with both humor and heart. His ability to oscillate between comedic timing and emotional sincerity offered the perfect counterbalance to the drama’s heavier moments.
The supporting cast—featuring seasoned actors like Baek Hyun-jin, Kwon Hae-hyo, Kim Tae-woo, Seo Young-hee, and more—further elevated the atmosphere with gripping performances and rich character portrayals. Whether it was a mysterious businessman, a quirky hospital director, or a steadfast lawyer, each role pulsed with authenticity.
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Even in their first read-through, the actors delivered laughter, intensity, and moments of gut-punch emotion. The seamless rapport among the ensemble hints at a series that will not only explore life-and-death dilemmas but do so with depth, empathy, and edge-of-your-seat storytelling.
The production team shared, “From the very first script reading, the cast showed an incredible level of synchronization. Mary Hands People will not only thrill but also challenge audiences to reflect on life, death, and the choices in between.”
Mark your calendars—Mary Hands People premieres August 1st on MBC, and if this first glimpse is any indication, viewers are in for a suspenseful and thought-provoking ride.
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