Ji Chang-wook and Lee Sung-kyung are in consideration for the lead roles in upcoming Korean drama, Watch out for This Woman (working title).
Drama to air after Saimdang, Light’s Diary, Watch out for This Woman is a romantic comedy drama in a judicial setting.
“We’re currently in discussion with Ji Chang-wook for the male lead,” said SBS on March 9. “Nothing is determined yet.”
Lee Sung-kyung, too, is still in consideration for the female lead, as confirmed by both her agency YG Entertainment and SBS.
Ji Chang-wook is rising as one of the most popular Korean actors, actively making appearances in dramas and films especially of action genre. As his previous works like The K2 and Fabricated City present his great acting skill in the genre, fans are curious how he will be featured in the romantic comedy genre.
Lee Sung-kyung, who is mentioned as a female lead candidate, has recently proven her talent in the genre through popular drama series, Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo.
Original article by Park Pan-seok
Translated by Heewon Kim
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