The third week of June 2025 is absolutely buzzing with news, and it’s got us really excited. We’re getting so many incredible Korean actors who reportedly in talks or even confirmed for some seriously cool projects. Names like Jung Joon Won, Gong Hyo Jin, Lim Ji Yeon, and Seo Hyun Woo are currently in discussions for potential lead roles in new K-dramas. Moreover, the second season of “All of Us Are Dead” has officially confirmed its full cast lineup. It feels like we’re getting hints about the next must-watch shows, which definitely got us eagerly anticipating what’s coming. So, without further ado, check out all the casting updates making headlines this week!
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Jung Joon Won and Gong Hyo Jin Are in Talks for “A Bonafide Killer”
Rising star Jung Joon Won and Gong Hyo Jin may team up in a new K-drama, “A Bonafide Killer.” The upcoming series is a live-action adaptation of a popular webtoon of the same name. The story follows a professional assassin, Yoo Bo-na, and her journalist husband, Kwon Tae-sung.
Gong Hyo Jin received an offer to play the female role of Yoo Bo Na, a professional assassin. She is known as the famous sniper, ‘Kingfisher.’ Bo Na is married to Kwon Tae-sung and raising their three-year-old daughter, Yul. After her precarious life, she is deeply committed to protecting the peace that she finally found. Jung Jun Won portrays Kwon Tae Sung, Yoo Bo Na’s husband and a newspaper reporter.
Jung Joon Won, on the other hand, received an offer to play Kwon Tae Sung, Yoo Bo Na’s husband. He is a newspaper journalist who wants to reveal his wife’s secret life.
Additionally, the details of “A Bonafide Killer,” including its premiere date, broadcast channel, or platform, are still under discussion.
Lim Ji Yeon in Talks for “Brave New World”
Remember Lim Ji Yeon’s absolutely iconic (and terrifyingly brilliant) villain turn in “The Glory”? Well, it looks like she might be dipping back into that kind of energy – but with an amusing fantasy rom-com twist!
Currently, the production team of the new SBS drama “Brave New World” is eyeing Lim Ji Yeon for the lead role. Han Tae Seob, known for his popular shows “Cheer Up” and “Hot Stove League,” will reportedly take the director’s chair.
“Brave New World” is an exciting fantasy romantic comedy with a time travel twist, centering on a complex love-hate relationship between a legendary villainess from the Joseon era and a modern-day heir to an “evil” conglomerate.
Lim Ji Yeon reportedly received an offer to play Shin Seo Ri. This character is an unknown actress who undergoes a dramatic change, becoming utterly heartless after the spirit of that legendary Joseon villainess possesses her. This villainess was a notorious femme fatale from the Joseon era – a figure so infamous the court sentenced her to death back then.
After her brilliant turn in “The Glory” and “The Tale of Lady Ok,” imagine Lim Ji Yeon bringing that fierce historical character energy into a modern rom-com! How exciting is that?! Now, who do you think is the perfect fit to play the modern-day “evil” conglomerate? Let us know in the comments below!
The drama’s production is reportedly set to kick off in the second half of 2025. Additionally, the show is set to air exclusively on SBS sometime in the first half of 2026.
Choi Jin Hyuk and Oh Yeon Seo in Talks for “Positively Yours”
Actors Choi Jin Hyuk and Oh Yeon Seo are in talks to lead the webtoon-based K-drama “Positively Yours.” According to their agencies, both actors are reviewing the offers positively.
“Positively Yours” follows the story of Jang Hee-won, who becomes pregnant after a one-night stand with a stranger. Later, she realizes that the man she spent a night with is her company’s CEO. When he learns about her pregnancy, he demands marriage.
According to the reports, the background of the drama will be different from the webtoon version. It will take place in a large company for a more colorful story.
Oh Yeon Seo received an offer to play Jang Hee-won. She is a woman who has given up on the idea of marriage and pregnancy. She has been working day and night, seven days a week, to get a promotion. But, a one-night affair changes her life. She became pregnant with the child’s father, who was the company’s CEO.
Choi Jin Hyuk received an offer to play the role of Kang Doo Joon, Jang Hee Won’s company CEO and the father of her baby.
What do you think about the pairing of Choi Jin Hyuk and Oh Yeon Seo in “Positively Yours”?
Jeon Do Yeon in Talks for “The Great Bang Ok Sook”
“Kill Bok Soon” Jeon Do Yeon has received an offer for the main role in the new drama “The Great Bang Ok Sook.” According to the report, the actress is considering the project positively.
“The Great Bang Ok Sook” is a work based on a popular Naver webtoon of the same name. This Kakao webtoon series is the second work of writers Maemi and Heese. Their first work was for the Netflix original series “Mask Girl.”
Initially, the production teams offered the role to actress Yum Jung Ah. However, it seems that the actress dropped it.
This upcoming series may be Jeon Do Yeon’s next project after “The Price of Confession,” in which she will star alongside actress Kim Go Eun.
Currently, the production team of “The Great Bang Ok Sook” is still in the casting process. In addition, they are still discussing its network, platform, and premiere date.
Seo Hyun Woo and Ok Ja Yeon in Talks for “Lotto 1st Place Winner Goes to Work Too”
Actors Seo Hyun Woo and Ok Ja Yeon are in discussion to star in “Lotto 1st Place Winner Goes to Work Too” (literal title). This TVING’s new original series is a live adaptation of a webtoon of the same name.
The story follows Gong Eun-tae, an average employee who suddenly wins a lottery jackpot. Despite the new cash, he decides to stick and tackle the daily grid office challenges with a renewed mindset.
Lee Jun-hyuk was offered the main role of Gong Eun-tae. However, there is no further information for his final decision.
Seo Hyun Woo has been offered the part of Assistant Manager Yang. He entered the company one year before Eun Tae, but the company transferred him to Gong Eun Tae’s team for promotion. This led to bitterness and envy. Meanwhile, Ok Ja Yeon’s potential role is still undisclosed.
Ji Sung, Won Jin Ah, Park Hae Soon Confirmed from “Judge Lee Han Young”
Get ready for a new legal K-drama, “Judge Lee Han Young” (literal title)! Taking the leading roles are Ji Sung, Won Jin Ah, and Park Hee Soon. The upcoming K-drama is a live adaptation of a web novel titled “Judge Lee Han Young.”
The story follows Judge Lee Han Young. After being wrongly accused and facing a tragic end, he gets a second chance: he is transported back 10 years into the past.
Ji Sung plays the role of Lee Han Young. He starts his career as a single judge at the Chungnam District Court. Later on, he becomes the son-in-law of a successful law firm CEO. However, during his career, he misused his power for personal gain.
Right when he’s feeling guilty about his path and is at a breaking point, he suddenly travels back to that earlier time – when he was just a single judge. Now, he struggles to start a new, different life as a judge, making bold new decisions and judgments.
Won Ji Ah plays Kim Jin Ah, who is a prosecutor working out of the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office. She teams up with Lee Han Young to bring down Jang Tae Sik, a member of the S Group.
On the other hand, Park Hee Soon steps in as Kang Shin Jin. He’s the Chief Criminal Judge at the Seoul Central District Court. Furthermore, he’s a major player in a sort of ‘shadow government’ tied to a former president. He wields incredible power, and he doesn’t think twice about bending or selling justice. With that kind of power and approach, he is ready to have a fierce battle with Lee Han Young.
Jung Il Woo, Jung In Sun, Yoon Hyun Min Confirmed for “Splendid Days”
Director Kim Hyung-suk and author So Hyun-kyung’s upcoming drama “Splendid Days” (literal title) has announced its main cast lineup. Featuring Jung Il-woo, Jung In-sun, and Yoon Hyun-min, the drama tells a heartwarming story that will resonate with viewers.
The captivating story explores people’s special moments. Big or small, it shapes their lives and connect them all.
Jung Il Woo steps into the role of Lee Ji Hyuk. On the surface, he’s a man who seems to have it all, both in his career and personal life. But nobody knows that he’s secretly hit rock bottom. He fought through some tough times and is slowly discovering the true meaning of life.
Jung In Sun plays Ji Eun Oh. She has a bright and optimistic personality. She works as an interior designer and runs a cafe. Even though she grew up in challenging situations, it’s her passion that keeps her spirit high. She’s determined to live a life without regrets.
Yoon Hyun Min as Park Sung Jae. He’s described as a man who appears to have everything but carries an empty heart. It seems these three will embark on an emotional journey together.
“Splendid Days” is scheduled to air this August.
“All of Us Are Dead 2” Additional Cast
According to News1’s coverage on June 18, Lee Min Jae, Kim Si Eun, Seo Ji Hoon, Yoon Ga Yi, Noh Jae Won, and others have joined the casting lineup for Netflix’s new series ‘All of Us Are Dead’ Season 2. They will join the first-season cast lineup alongside Park Ji Hu, Yoon Chan Young, Cho Yi Hyun, Lee Eun Saem, Lomon, and Lim Jae Hyeok.
“All of Us Are Dead” Season 2 will showcase the journey of the Hyosan High School students who endured the zombie apocalypse within their school. However, their survival in the first season marks the beginning of their struggles in the second season, with a twist in the existence of hybrid students (zombie-human).
Director Lee Jae Gyoo and writer Chun Sung Il will team up for this thrilling series. According to the report, filming is scheduled to begin next month. The new season of the series will exclusively air on Netflix in 2026.
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