Park Sung Woong Trades Tough-Guy Roles for Rural Life in KBS2's Heartwarming New Drama 'Cabbage Your Life'

Veteran Korean actor Park Sung Woong, renowned for his commanding presence in crime thrillers and action films, is about to undergo the most unexpected transformation of his career. KBS2 has released the first teaser for its upcoming family drama "Cabbage Your Life" (Korean title: Simumyeon Yeonriri), and it promises a delightful departure from everything audiences have come to expect from the actor.

From Boardrooms to Cabbage Fields

In the drama, Park Sung Woong plays Sung Tae Hoon, a corporate manager who has spent years climbing the ladder in Seoul's competitive business world. When an unexpected turn of events forces his entire family to relocate to the rural village of Yeonriri, Sung Tae Hoon must navigate the jarring transition from urban sophistication to countryside simplicity — all while desperately searching for a way back to the city.

The first teaser captures the essence of this fish-out-of-water premise perfectly. In one memorable scene, Sung Tae Hoon arrives at a field carrying black bags, bewildered and asking, "Why am I here?" Park Sung Woong then breaks the fourth wall with a self-aware quip that has already become a talking point among fans: "I signed the contract because they said they would change my image as an actor, but it's my first time burying cabbage instead of people."

A Bold Image Reinvention

The tongue-in-cheek reference to his extensive filmography of villain and tough-guy roles signals that "Cabbage Your Life" is fully embracing the comedic potential of casting Park Sung Woong against type. The drama appears to blend heartfelt family storytelling with situational comedy, as the Sung family navigates the culture clash between their city sensibilities and the rhythms of rural Korean life.

The script reading event, attended by Park Sung Woong and co-star Lee Soo Kyung, who plays his wife, revealed a warm and enthusiastic ensemble. The actors expressed excitement about portraying a couple whose relationship is tested and ultimately strengthened by their unexpected rural adventure. Lee Soo Kyung noted the special chemistry between the cast members, comparing them to "a real family."

Premiere Details

"Cabbage Your Life" is set to premiere on March 26, 2026, at 9:50 p.m. KST on KBS2. The drama is expected to fill the network's coveted weekend drama slot, a time traditionally associated with family-oriented storytelling that draws multi-generational viewership. With Park Sung Woong's star power and an endearing premise that celebrates the warmth of community life, the show is well-positioned to become one of spring's most anticipated new series.

For fans who have watched Park Sung Woong command the screen in intense roles for over two decades, seeing him wrestle with cabbage instead of criminals may just be the refreshing change everyone needs.