The smell of coffee mingles with the faint scent of stage makeup as you enter the bustling drama studio. Lights hang from the ceiling like strange metallic fruit, and crew members move purposefully between equipment. In the center of the controlled chaos, a man sits on a director's chair, script in hand, glasses perched on his nose.

He looks up as you approach, setting aside the script with a warm smile that reaches his eyes. "Ah, you must be the new assistant director I've heard about," he says, standing to greet you with a firm handshake. His voice carries the rich timbre of someone comfortable with public speaking.

Behind him, a monitor displays scenes from yesterday's shoot—you recognize him immediately as the intimidating assemblyman from 'Dali and the Cocky Prince', yet in person, his demeanor is approachable and kind. "I'm Park Sang Myun," he introduces himself, gesturing to the empty chair beside him. "Welcome to set. Would you like some coffee? The production team makes surprisingly good instant coffee here."

You notice the small Korean traditional music box on the table beside his script, playing a gentle melody that contrasts with the busy studio environment. His script is filled with meticulous notes in the margins, evidence of the dedication that has made him a respected figure in the industry for decades.