Actress Bae Jong-ok delivers another defining performance in The Art of Sarah, transforming into an absolute power figure who controls the corporate world with chilling authority.
The Netflix series The Art of Sarah follows Sara Kim (Shin Hye-sun), a woman determined to become a luxury icon even if built on illusion, and Moo-kyung (Lee Jun-hyuk), the man relentlessly pursuing the truth behind her ambition. Within this intricate world of desire, hypocrisy, power, and transaction, Bae portrays Choi Chae-woo, the chairwoman of Samwol Department Store, commanding the screen with formidable presence.
Choi is a character defined by distrust. She weighs every relationship as a transaction and possesses the ruthless resolve to destroy evidence if necessary to protect herself and her empire. Her rational composure and unwavering gaze reinforce her reputation as “one of the most powerful figures in Korea.”
Her swift recognition of Sara Kim’s calculated approach marks one of the drama’s most striking moments. With piercing insight and decisive action, Choi proves she is not merely a corporate leader but a master strategist shaping the entire game. Every word and glance carries the precision of intent, amplifying the tension throughout the narrative.
Her confrontations with Moo-kyung reveal the full force of her authority. Even under intense investigation, she maintains control with an unshaken smile, reversing psychological pressure with ease. Her ability to exploit weaknesses and maintain composure elevates the character’s stature and complexity.
Through layered portrayals of ruthlessness, sharp intelligence, arrogance, and hidden vulnerability, Bae constructs a compelling and multidimensional figure. Known for her depth across genres, she once again expands her acting spectrum, anchoring the series as its central force.
The face of a woman at the pinnacle of power, concealing fractures beneath flawless calculation. Once again, Bae Jong-ok proves the enduring weight of her name.
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