South Korea’s top most brilliant actors in versatility acting, Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun, will reportedly star in a new drama in which they’re losing everything: Welcome to Samdalri. So, what is the drama about, their roles, and have the two actors accepted the offers? Here’s everything you need to know about the early casting process of Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun’s new drama, Welcome to Samdalri.
Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun to Star in New Drama Together
“Welcome to Samdalri” gives the HomCha vibes,”
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Nobody beats Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun in terms of multitalented acting versatility, and 2023 will be one of the busiest and most productive times for these two actors.
After previously announcing new projects: The Worst Evil drama for Ji Chang Wook and See You in My 19th Life for Shin Hye Sun, the two actors will soon reportedly join forces and appear together on the same screen.
On February 2, Ten Asia exclusively reported that Shin Hye Sun was in talks for new drama, Welcome to Samdalri. At the same time, E-Daily Star also pitched in, claiming Ji Chang Wook was cast in the same new drama. According to both reports, Welcome to Samdalri is a new project scheduled to air this year.
WELCOME TO SAMDALRI: Another Healing Romance Masterpiece!
Written by Kwon Hye Joo of Go Back Couple and Hi, Bye Mama, Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun possible new drama would reportedly be another healing masterpiece to calm the viewers’ minds this year.
Welcome to Samdalri new healing drama depicts the story of a glorious protagonist who experienced the most drastic turns in life. As the main character rises magnificently like a dragon ascending to heaven, a sudden life twist causes the downfall that brings the dragon to return to his original stream to catch its breath.
After losing everything, the main character must take a step back from all the glory to regain themselves and catch their breath.
If she accepts the offer, genius actress Shin Hye Sun will reportedly take on the main role, Sam Dal. All her life, Sam Dal has been pursuing the love of her life. She constantly dates to find the perfect man and finally meets her other half.
But not everything comes her way. One day having to overcome yet another breakup, Sam Dal decides to return to her hometown. Sam Dal is portrayed as a fragile character on the outside but possesses immense strength nobody has ever imagined.
At the same time, brilliant actor Ji Chang Wook will be taking the role of Cho Yong Pil. Unfortunately, no further information is available about the character. All we know so far today is that Cho Yong Pil is a member of the Meteorological Administration Office in Mado. And interestingly, people consider him the slowest-witted person in the office.
Did Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun Accept the New Drama Offer?
So, are you excited to see the profound acting performance of Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun? With solid acting and brilliant character immersion, Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun are two actors who will undoubtedly complement each other, especially in romance drama.
Not only that, but director Cha Young Hoon of Forecasting Love and Weather and When the Camellia Blooms will also be the one leading this healing drama. So, you may have to prepare yourself more for its magnificent and dramatic cinematography.
However, please hold your horses. That is because both actors’ agencies released a statement that they had only been reviewing the drama. Nothing has been officially decided yet, and they’re only considering each of their respective roles.
Agencies’ Official Statements
“It’s true that Ji Chang Wook received an offer to appear in Welcome to Samdalri. He’s currently reviewing the offer and has yet to make any decision.”
Ji Chang Wook’s agency representative.
“We’re still preparing for Wax Doll drama for our next project as a priority. Nothing has been decided yet, so it’s premature to make any statement about the offer.
Currently, we are still in discussion regarding Shin Hye Sun’s appearance in Welcome to Samdalri. It is simply a progress, and no official decision is ready just yet.”
Shin Hye Sun’s agency representative.
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