When it first aired, the film version of 'Untold Scandal' received an R18+ rating due to its vulgar storyline. However, the film managed to record more than 3 million viewers.
The casting news came from Son Ye Jin and Ji Chang Wook on October 24. The two popular actors were reportedly offered to be the main couple in the Netflix drama which is a remake of the vulgar film "Untold Scandal" which was released in 2003.
The film "Untold Scandal" tells the story of Madam Jo (Lee Mi Sook) who lives as a model wife during the Joseon Dynasty. However, the beautiful woman has secretly had many secret relationships with other men.
At the same time, there is the figure of Jo Won (Bae Yong Joon) who is an accomplished scholar and expert in martial arts. However, his true passion is to seduce other women. Madam Jo is his first love. Since then, they have been involved in a high-stakes game of seduction and love. They hide their true feelings for each other.
When it first aired, "Untold Scandal" was rated R18+ due to its vulgar storyline. However, the film managed to record more than 3 million viewers and was recognized for its artistic quality. The film even won various awards.
For the drama version of "Untold Scandal", Ye Jin was offered the role of Madam Jo. Meanwhile, Chang Wook played Jo Won. If both agree to join, the filming process will begin around March 2025.
The news of Ye Jin and Chang Wook's casting to star in the remake drama "Untold Scandal" has successfully shocked netizens. "Shock a little bwangggg, waiting for it [sic!]," wrote one netizen. "WOWHHHHHHH KACAUUUUU [sic!]," added another.
"Bang Jichang is really fast, every year you can see this bang Jichang mah [sic!]," said another netizen. "Huh??? Waaaaaah... Pairing that is beyond BMKG's prediction... Can't wait can't wait [sic!]," added another. "FOR WHAT[sic!]," continued another netizen.
Meanwhile, the drama version of "Untold Scandal" will be directed by director Jung Ji Woo who previously directed several popular films such as "Happy End", "Modern Boy", "Eungyo", and "Tune in for Love". Stay tuned for the latest information here. (wk/amal)
