South Korean stars Won Ji An and Park Seo Joon are teaming up for the upcoming romantic comedy Waiting for Gyeongdo, set to air in 2025. While Park Seo Joon was already confirmed as the male lead, JTBC has now officially signed Won Ji An for a key role, confirming earlier reports that she was in talks for the drama. With casting finalised, production is set to begin soon.
#WonJiAn officially confirmed to lead JTBC romcom drama <#WaitingForGyeongdo> along with #ParkSeoJoon, she will act as Park's first love Seo Ji-woo who is a chaebol's daughter and a troublemaker celebrity, she even got divorced due to an affair scandal broke out by her… pic.twitter.com/Vdw8RNycb6
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Waiting for Gyeongdo follows the story of Lee Gyeong Do and Seo Ji Woo, former lovers who first fell in love at 20, rekindled their romance at 28, and later parted ways. Years later, fate brings them back together under unexpected circumstances- Gyeong Do, now a journalist, is covering an affair scandal, only to discover that Ji Woo is the wife of the man at the centre of the controversy. As they navigate their complicated past and present, romance and humour unfold in surprising ways.
Meet The Lead Characters
- Park Seo Joon plays Lee Gyeong Do, an entertainment reporter for Dongwoon Ilbo, a relatable office worker with a grounded personality.
- Won Ji An takes on the role of Seo Ji Woo, the glamorous yet troubled daughter of Jarim Apparel, whose dazzling image hides her struggles as she deals with her husband’s reckless actions. At her lowest, she finds herself reminiscing about her past love with Gyeong Do.
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Won Ji An’s Rising Stardom
Won Ji An recently impressed audiences as Se-mi (Player 380) in Squid Game 2, where she portrayed a tough and street-smart character. Her chemistry +with Park Seo Joon in this new rom-com is highly anticipated, with fans eager to see her in a different light.
Director And Production Details
The show is directed by Lim Hyun Wook, known for hit dramas like King the Land and Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency. While more details about the storyline and additional cast are yet to be revealed, Waiting for Gyeongdo is already generating excitement among K-drama lovers.
The series is expected to premiere in 2025, promising a mix of romance, humour, and heartfelt emotions.
