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The Cast of Korean Drama “Bad Memory Eraser” Shares Their Excitement Ahead of Premiere

The anticipation for MBN’s upcoming romance drama “Bad Memory Eraser” is reaching a fever pitch as the cast shares their enthusiasm and memorable moments ahead of the premiere.
“Bad Memory Eraser” tells the story of a man whose life takes a dramatic turn due to a memory eraser and the woman who becomes his fake first love through memory manipulation. Kim Jaejoong stars as Lee Kun, a once-promising tennis player who lost his self-esteem and confidence following an injury. Jin Se Yeon co-stars as Kyung Joo Yeon, a neuropsychiatrist who inadvertently becomes intertwined with Lee Kun’s past through her professional expertise.

Adding depth to the narrative, Lee Jong Won plays Lee Kun’s younger brother, Lee Shin, the world’s top tennis player with hidden emotional scars. Yang Hye Ji rounds out the main cast as Jeon Sae Yan, Lee Shin’s endearing interpreter.
Kim Jaejoong expressed his excitement about the drama, saying, “I’m thrilled and happy to meet viewers through ‘Bad Memory Eraser.’ This drama brings back memories of every moment I spent with Lee Kun. For me, ‘Bad Memory Eraser’ is a bittersweet show that will tickle viewers’ hearts, make them tear up, and provide a refreshing sense of relief. Please look forward to it.” He also highlighted his favorite scene, an emotional moment on a Han River bridge with his character’s younger brother, emphasizing, “It’s a crucial scene in the storyline, so please don’t miss it.”
Jin Se Yeon shared her enthusiasm for the project, stating, “I’m thrilled to showcase a new character that I haven’t portrayed before. I hope everyone has a refreshing summer with ‘Bad Memory Eraser.’” She reminisced about her most memorable scene, where Lee Kun rescues Kyung Joo Yeon during a tennis match, saying, “I was deeply immersed in filming this scene because it marks the beginning of Lee Kun and Kyung Joo Yeon’s romance as they both feel an inexplicable thrill.”
Lee Jong Won also voiced his excitement about his role as Lee Shin, commenting, “I’m thrilled to present a new side of myself with this character. You can also expect great chemistry with the other actors.” He highlighted a significant tennis match scene as his favorite, noting, “The tennis match scene is particularly memorable. I practiced and worked hard to make it feel authentic, and I’m happy with how it turned out.”
Finally, Yang Hye Ji shared her thoughts, saying, “‘Bad Memory Eraser’ has a mix of fun elements including humor, exciting romance, and bonding between the female characters, so viewers can look forward to the drama.” She added, “The hidden story between Jeon Sae Yan and Lee Shin is especially memorable. Their intriguing journey will add extra enjoyment to the drama.”
“Bad Memory Eraser” premieres on August 2 at 9:40 p.m. KST and will be available with subtitles on Viki.