- By Srishti Pandey
- Sat, 05 Oct 2024 11:28 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Moon Ga Young and Lee Jong Suk are reportedly joining forces for the upcoming legal drama Seocho-dong, which will be helmed by W’s director Park Seung Woo. According to recent reports from JTBC Entertainment News, Moon Ga Young has been confirmed to play the female lead role of Kang Hee Ji, a passionate lawyer looking to bring change to people’s lives through her work.
Moon Ga Young’s character, Kang Hee Ji, is a two-year associate at a prominent law firm. She firmly believes that even changing one person’s life means making a difference in the world. Her character is described as someone who may have certain shortcomings but has an abundance of enthusiasm and passion. Throughout the drama, viewers will witness her growth into a confident and compelling legal professional.
Meanwhile, Lee Jong Suk is said to be in talks for the role of Ahn Joo Hyung, a senior lawyer with nine years of experience at the prestigious Kyungmin Law Firm. If he accepts the role, this drama will mark Lee Jong Suk’s reunion with director Park Seung Woo, whom he previously collaborated with on the acclaimed series W. Fans are eagerly anticipating the chemistry between Moon Ga Young and Lee Jong Suk, as this project would be their first on-screen collaboration if both actors confirm their participation.
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The plot of Seocho-dong revolves around the lives of lawyers working at high-profile law firms in Seoul’s Seocho-dong neighbourhood. With a focus on complex legal cases and the personal struggles of its characters, the drama promises an engaging narrative and strong character development.
Moon Ga Young, who began her career as a child actor, is known for her standout performances in popular dramas such as True Beauty, Tempted and Welcome to Waikiki 2. She was last seen in the tvN drama Delightfully Deceitful, where she garnered praise for her role. On the other hand, Lee Jong Suk, who made his debut in 2010 with Princess Prosecutor, has built an impressive filmography, with hits like While You Were Sleeping, Romance is a Bonus Book and Big Mouth.
With a tentative release date set for 2025, Seocho-dong is already generating excitement among fans. If the casting is finalized, it will be intriguing to see how Moon Ga Young and Lee Jong Suk bring their characters to life under the direction of Park Seung Woo. The drama is expected to delve into the world of legal professionals and the challenges they face in both their personal and professional lives, making it one of the most anticipated projects of 2025.
