Gong Seungyeon Praised for Historical Drama Role
Actress Gong Seung-yeon has garnered praise from viewers since the first episode of the MBC Friday-Saturday drama 'The Grand Heir of the 21st Century,' where she plays the role of Dowager Queen Yoon Yi-rang. 'The Grand Heir of the 21st Century' is a drama set in a constitutional monarchy in 21st-century South Korea, depicting the romance between a woman from a chaebol family who is of commoner status and a king's son who can possess nothing.
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In the drama, Gong Seung-yeon delicately portrayed her vigilance and anxiety towards Grand Prince Ian (played by Byun Woo-seok) amidst a crisis surrounding her son Lee Yoon's throne, showcasing complex emotions. In particular, she heightened viewer immersion by expressing her impatience and anger at the cracks in power with restrained gazes and a firm vocal delivery.
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Her calm yet powerful voice tone and clear diction brought out the dignity of the royal family, and her acting, combined with her elegant visuals, added persuasiveness to the character. It was noted as impressive how she raised the tension through restrained acting rather than overtly displaying emotions.
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Immediately after the broadcast, online communities and social media were flooded with positive reactions such as, "Gong Seung-yeon's historical drama tone is insane," "Her voice tone is so good," "Every word is clear, making it incredibly immersive," "Her gaze acting is overwhelming," and "She suits historical dramas so well." Furthermore, there were re-evaluations of her acting skills, with comments like, "Has Gong Seung-yeon always been this good at acting?", "She's improved," and "She's carrying the acting in this drama."
At the press conference, Gong Seung-yeon explained her role as Yoon Yi-rang as a "character who values the royal family and responsibility," and "a character who appears cold and indifferent but strives to protect her position." She also revealed her reason for choosing the project, stating, "The setting of a constitutional monarchy in the 21st century was intriguing."
