‘Can Ghosts Be Washed?’ Kim Hyang-gi and Kang Sang-jun Open a New Horizon in Short-Form Genre
Actors Kim Hyang-gi and Kang Sang-jun are drawing viewers’ attention with the unique worldview and artistic composition of the short-form drama ‘Can Ghosts Be Washed?’
The series, which stars Kim Hyang-gi and Kang Sang-jun, revolves around the story of a laundry owner with the ability to exorcise ghosts and a ghost who has lost its memory, creating a fantasy romance.
With a short running time of around 2 minutes per episode, the drama has been praised for leading a new direction in short-form content by delIVEring strong immersion.
The lead role, played by Kim Hyang-gi as Jung Se-jeong, showcases a more mature performance.
Running a ghost laundry inherited from her father, she portrays a character with the extraordinary ability to exorcise ghosts lingering in the afterlife, conveying emotions at the boundary between human and non-human with understated emotions and subtle expressions.
Kang Sang-jun injects vitality into the series as Ma Do-jun, a bachelor ghost who unexpectedly visits Jung Se-jeong’s laundry.
Appearing after business hours, Ma Do-jun acts on his own but gradually becomes a helper to Jung Se-jeong, standing at the center of emotions as they fight against evil spirits together.
Successfully balancing humor and seriousness in his character, Kang Sang-jun adds harmony to the drama’s narratIVE, regulating the dramatic tension.
‘Can Ghosts Be Washed?’ is based on a popular webtoon, seamlessly incorporating the webtoon’s imaginatIVE and emotional elements into the visual adaptation.
The limitations of the short-form genre, which requires effectIVE storytelling in a short amount of time, are overcome by the actors’ performances, enhancing the immersion.
The harmony of music, direction, and editing complements the atmosphere of the drama, elevating its completeness.
Kim Hyang-gi is actIVEly participating in various projects, including the Netflix series ‘D.P.’ where she will appear as the hero Bang Eun-mi, and she continues to grow as a versatile actress by taking on dIVErse genres in films like ‘Hanran’ and ‘It’s Okay to Breathe Just Beside Me.’
In addition, she is set to showcase another layer of her acting depth by making her debut on stage in the play ‘Shakespeare in Love.’
Kang Sang-jun is also actIVEly engaged in both dramas and theater productions.
Recognized for his versatility in portraying various characters in works like ‘Chaebol X DetectIVE,’ ‘Dr. Slump,’ and ‘To My Harry,’ he proves his leading actor capabilities by demonstrating refined emotional acting and character portrayal in ‘Can Ghosts Be Washed?’