The news of Ye Jin and Ji Won's casting to star in the remake of 'Untold Scandal' has sparked debate among South Korean netizens. Some hope that the two actors will unanimously reject the offer.
Son Ye Jin and Ji Chang Wook are reportedly being targeted as a couple for Netflix's new drama titled "Scandal". The drama is a remake of the popular film "Untold Scandal" with an R18+ audience rating that was released in 2003.
Regarding the casting news, the agency MSteam Entertainment commented, "Son Ye Jin received a casting offer for Netflix's 'Scandal' and is reviewing the offer." Ji Chang Wook's agency also responded, "It is true that she received a casting offer."
In the Netflix adaptation, Ye Jin will play Lady Cho. Meanwhile, Chang Wook will play Jo Won. The drama will be directed by Jung Ji Woo, who is known for films such as "Eungyo" and "Tune in for Love".
The news of Ye Jin and Ji Won's casting to star in the remake of "Untold Scandal" has sparked debate among South Korean netizens. Some hope that the two actors will unanimously reject it. However, many also support them.
"Seriously, why... They are both fun, so I hope they don't accept this [sic!]," wrote one netizen. "I don't think the plot of this movie is worth a remake [sic!]," added another. "Why? And Son Yejin.. why????????[sic!]," said another netizen.
"It's been 20 years since the movie was made, so I thought it might be a remake. And they are also going to turn it into a series, so I'm looking forward to it. What's with the response? [sic!]," added another. "Should they star in it?," continued another netizen.
On the other hand, the film version of "Untold Scandal" tells the story of Madam Jo (Lee Mi Sook) living 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 desire is to seduce other women. Madam Jo is his first love. From then on, they engage in high-stakes games of seduction and love. They hide their true feelings for each other. (wk/charity)
