The upcoming finale week of the hit Korean drama "W - Two Worlds" that stars Lee Jong Suk will reportedly include a special episode to be aired on Saturday, Sept. 17.
Avid fans of the MBC drama will be happy with the latest news. The Korean network has announced its plans to release a "W" special episode that will contain the series' memorable scenes, a look at some of the show's behind-the-scenes activities and more goodies. News outlet OSEN has stated that MBC made the announcement on Thursday, Sept. 8, Soompi reported.
The drama is set to air its series finale episode on Wednesday, Sept. 14. Viewers have been kept in suspense over the fate of the show's beloved characters. Lee portrays the role of Kang Chul, a webtoon character whose family was murdered by a mysterious villain. Lee's co-star Han Hyo Joo plays the doctor Oh Yeon Joo who is the daughter of the cartoonist who created Kang's webtoon universe. The link between Kang and Oh formed when Han's character found herself travelling back and forth between reality and the webtoon world.
Anticipation over the MBC series' final few episodes has been high. The drama's recent events have shown Kang's struggles to keep Oh safe. Episode 14 that aired on Wednesday, Sept. 7, featured Lee's character efforts to bring Oh back to life through a new variable in the webtoon's universe.
On the other hand, apart from the special episode to air on Sept. 17, there has been speculations that hinted the potential release of another "W" special on Thursday, Sept. 15, as indicated in the same report. At this point, it is still unclear if the said speculated Thursday "W" special will be aired. Although the cast and crew of the drama are said to end filming activities on Sunday, Sept. 11.
In other news, "W" cast member Lee has already identified his next acting project with the movie "VIP," allkpop reported. The model turned actor is set to portray the serial killer Kwang Il. The said character is a North Korean high-ranking official who has been on Interpol's wanted list given his crimes. Lee will be joined by Park Hee Soon and veteran Korean star Jang Don Gun in the said movie.
Meanwhile, watch the preview for "W - Two Worlds" episode 15 that will air on Thursday, Sept. 8: