Lee Jong Suk and Han Hyo Joo have been cast as the leads in the upcoming 16-episode romantic-suspense melodrama, which is currently referred to by the title, "W."
Most recent reports have confirmed the drama's casting news and much-awaited premiere date. The new drama will air on July 20, taking the place of "Lucky Romance" on MBC's Wednesdays & Thursdays 22:00 (KST) time slot, News Nate reported.
"W" is a mysterious melodrama about a parallel universe, which depicts the love story of a man and a woman in their early 30s. The two protagonists live in the same Seoul, but in different environments and dimensions.
Lee has been given a role as Kang Chul, a former shooting Olympic gold medalist, and self-made young chaebol. Han plays Oh Yeon Joo, an outgoing second-year cardiothoracic resident doctor and a daughter of a famous comic book creator.
With a two distinct universe intertwined throughout the story setting, an unforeseeable crisis and conflicts arise when Dr. Oh's father suddenly disappears. Further, sudden twists and turns are set to happen when Dr. Oh was kidnapped by a strange man bathed in blood, and was taken to a different dimension.
"W" will benefit from the creativity of screenwriter Song Jae Jung and will be directed by PD Jung Dae Yoon, Soompi has learned. The director also helmed the blockbuster romantic-comedy series, "She Was Pretty" and "Cunning Single Lady."
The upcoming drama marks Lee's return to the small screen after one-year hiatus. The 26-year-old star is the youngest actor to win the prestigious award, the 27th Grimae Awards for Best Male Actor, due to his groundbreaking performance in SBS' "Pinocchio."
It also marks Han's small screen comeback after six years since "Dong Yi." The 29-year-old actress received much love and praise for her role in "Cold Eyes" film in 2013.
Though not much has been said about the upcoming drama, it has been learned that the staff and cast members are already prepping to start filming at some point within this month. The star-studded cast includes Jeong Eu Gene, Kim Eui Sung, Kang Ki Young and Heo Jung Do.
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