Chaebol family treats daughter-in-law like a maid in JTBC drama 'Fantastic'

According to footage from the JTBC drama 'Fantastic', the series reveals intense conflicts and complex power struggles between a chaebol in-law family and a daughter-in-law. The scenes depict a daughter-in-law, whose family has fallen into financial ruin, being treated like a maid by her wealthy in-laws.

The Contrast Between 29 Million Won in Assets and a Bottle of Wine

The dialogue highlights the stark economic divide and clashing values of the characters. One character notes that the total family assets reported by the patriarch during his lifetime amounted to 29 million won, contrasting this with a scene where they consume expensive wine worth the price of a car. Remarks linking the cost of the wine to the family's entire fortune underscore the massive wealth gap. Additionally, the lifestyle of a character connected to politics is highlighted, including the luxury of employing a first-class chef at home.

In-Laws' Hostility and the Daughter-in-Law's Struggles

The tension between the in-laws and the daughter-in-law serves as a central theme. The family members exert pressure through verbal abuse, making disparaging remarks such as calling her "ignorant" or claiming she is "damaging the family's reputation." The conflict intensifies over the use of nursing home fees, with the mother-in-law questioning the legality of spending even more than 30,000 won. The daughter-in-law is further depicted struggling under the weight of her in-laws' demands, including handling all housework and childcare duties.

Accidents and Escalating Confrontations

The drama also explores how a car accident shifts the relationships between the characters. Following the accident, hospital room conversations and subsequent encounters are marked by a cycle of accusations and apologies. The confrontation turns particularly harsh, with one character using biting insults such as accusing the other of "cosplaying as a devoted wife" or making derogatory comments about her womanhood. The tension remains constant as characters dig into each other's pasts and raise suspicions, driving the narrative forward.