Vengeful Housekeeper: Bandaged Face Drama - Deep Revenge Adaptation
The world of vertically scrolling manga is reaching new heights as U-NEXT Comic’s popular series, Deep Revenge - The Housekeeper Who Abandoned Her Face, is officially getting a live-action TV drama adaptation. This gripping story, which is originally based on the scenario by Kanako Ishigami and beautifully illustrated by J-MANGA CREATE, has managed to capture a huge audience with its dark and twisted themes. Fans who have been following the manga won't have to wait for too long, as the broadcast is set to start sequentially on Yomiuri TV, Chukyo TV, and BS12 Twelve from 9th April.
The visual for the drama “Deep Revenge – The Housekeeper Who Abandoned Her Face” has already created quite a stir online. It is clear that the production committee is aiming for a very intense atmosphere that stays true to the source material. For those who enjoy a good psychological thriller, understanding why this twisted housekeeper thriller is a must-read manga and anime experience is quite essential before jumping into the drama.
The Plot: A Tale of Betrayal and Transformation
The story focuses on Nozomi, who was once living a life full of happiness. She was pregnant and happily married to her husband, Ryoichi. However, her life turned into a nightmare after a tragic traffic accident. When Nozomi finally wakes up from a coma, she is shocked to find out that four long years have passed. Even more heartbreaking is the news that her unborn child did not survive the accident. To make matters worse, she discovers that while she was unconscious, Ryoichi divorced her to marry Erika Mido, who is the daughter of a very powerful corporate giant.
In the depths of her despair, Nozomi uncovers a horrifying truth: the accident that ruined her life was actually a cold-blooded plan orchestrated by Ryoichi and Erika. This revelation transforms her sorrow into an uncontrollable fire for vengeance. She decides to abandon her identity, her name, and even her original face to seek revenge. By becoming a housekeeper in Ryoichi and Erika’s new home, she begins a terrifying game of infiltration to destroy those who took everything from her. This is exactly why this twisted housekeeper thriller is a must-read manga and anime experience for any fan of the revenge genre.
Production Details and Teaser Insights
Along with the drama announcement, the team released a striking visual showing a woman whose face is almost entirely covered in bandages, perfectly capturing the "abandoned face" aspect of the title. A short teaser movie has also been released, giving us a glimpse of the women involved in this high-stakes narrative. While the anticipation is building up, the official cast information is still being kept under wraps, which has led to a lot of speculation among the fans.
- Directorial Team: The drama is in good hands with Hidemitsu Miyamoto (known for Sugar Dog Life), Koichi Okamoto, and Ryosuke Sakuno.
- Screenplay: Mikiko Takahashi, who previously worked on Business Wedding, is handling the script alongside the original creator, Ishigami.
- Unique Storytelling: Ishigami mentioned that being involved in the script allowed for a valuable opportunity to develop plot points that are unique to the drama format while staying grounded in the original work.
Drama "Deep Revenge -The Housekeeper Who Abandoned Her Face-" Teaser Movie
This upcoming series looks like it is going to be one of the most talked-about dramas this season. The combination of a "bottomless" revenge plot and the mysterious bandaged protagonist is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Make sure to tune in this April to see Nozomi's transformation into the most terrifying housekeeper on television.
