Korean Actor Ji Sung in Talks to Return to MBC K-Dramas
Actor Ji Sung is reportedly set to make his return to MBC, marking a decade since his iconic role in Kill Me, Heal Me. On January 10, media outlets confirmed that Ji Sung’s next K-drama project will air on MBC. The actor is said to star in the upcoming fantasy law K-drama Judge Lee Han Yeong.
MBC has also commented on the casting rumors, confirming the news. The broadcasting channel stated, “Ji Sung has been offered the lead role in the web novel-based K-drama Judge Lee Han Yeong.” This return has sparked excitement among fans, as Ji Sung’s past performances have left a lasting impact on the K-drama world. Fans are eager to see how he will portray his new character in this unique blend of fantasy and law.
Ji Sung’s agency, Surpass Entertainment, also shared their thoughts on the casting news. They mentioned, “Ji Sung is carefully considering the offer to star in a new MBC K-drama.”
Judge Lee Han Yeong will tell the story of a judge who was wrongly accused of a crime and sadly lost his life. He mysteriously returns to the past, 20 years before his death. The K-drama is based on a web novel with the same title.
Ji Sung has been offered the role of Lee Han Yeong, the judge who comes back to life and travels 20 years into the past.
Judge Lee Han Yeong will premiere exclusively on MBC. The exact broadcast date and details about the other cast members have not been revealed yet. Fans are eagerly awaiting more information about this exciting new project.
Ji Sung has confirmed his casting, marking his grand return to MBC, where he last appeared in the hit series Kill Me, Heal Me in 2015. This will likely be his first K-drama project for 2025.
Last year, Ji Sung starred in the successful SBS K-drama Connection alongside Jeon Mi Do, Kwon Yul, Kim Kyung Nam, Jung Soon Won, and Jung Yoo Min.
Ji Sung is well known for his leading roles in popular K-dramas like Adamas, The Devil Judge, Doctor John, Familiar Wife, Defendant, and Secret.
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