Unveiling ENA’s New Drama ‘Salon de Holmes’: A Comic Female-Led Adventure
A new wave of empowering female detectives is set to captivate viewers with humor and intrigue.
ENA’s Latest Offering: Salon de Holmes
Prepare for an intriguing mix of comedy and mystery as ENA premieres its new drama, Salon de Holmes, on June 16 at 10 PM. This new show promises a unique take on the detective genre, with a thrilling comic womance adventure that unfolds in the mundane setting of Gwangseon Jugong Apartment.
#### A Power-Packed Female Quartet
Salon de Holmes revolves around four dynamic women—each with distinct roles like an ace detective, an insurance queen, and a part-time job expert—who come together to fight against quirky apartment villains. Director Min Jin-gi shares, “The original novel’s concept of ordinary women forming a detective team was captivating. It combines relatable life experiences with thrilling narrations, tackling modern women’s struggles and triumphs.”
Min is acclaimed for directing Recruit, where male characters prevailed. In contrast, Salon de Holmes delves deep into individual emotions of its female characters to draw the audience into their world. He adds, “Through this series, I hope we convey that ‘mothers are the coolest and strongest’.”
#### Stellar Cast and Crew
The cast includes Lee Si-young as the sharp-witted detective Gong Mi-ri, possessing a complex yet bright persona. Director Min believes only Lee, with her vibrant image and authentic comedic touch, could effectively portray Gong Mi-ri.
Jung Young-joo is praised for bringing to life Chu Kyung-ja with unmatched presence, portraying intense action scenes after extensive martial arts training, earning her the tag of ‘female Ma Dong-seok‘.
With her captivating aura, Kim Da-som was selected through auditions, while Nam Gi-ae plays the ex-insurance queen and Gwangseon Super’s CEO, Jeon Ji-hyun.
Jung Sang-hoon’s comedic improvisations created endless laughs on set, highlighting the delightful off-screen moments during filming.
The late actress Park Ji-a‘s heartfelt contributions as the head of the neighborhood women’s association added keen interest to the series’ narrative, with the director expressing gratitude for her dedication.
Min reassures, “Even in tough times, Salon de Holmes will bring exhilarating catharsis and keep viewers glued to their screens.”
