'Soul Mechanic' actress Jung So Min is in talks to star in a new historical drama titled 'Tale of the Secret Royal Inspector and Jo Yi'
Korean news outlets reported on January 27 that Jung So Min is offered to star in a brand new drama. According to an industry insider, Jung So Min talks to portray the female lead in "Tale of the Secret Royal Inspector and Jo Yi".
Following the reports, Jung So Min's agency, Blossom Entertainment, issued their response and clarified that she received a casting offer to star in the drama. She's currently reviewing it. However, as of the moment, nothing has been confirmed yet. .
"Tale of the Secret Royal Inspector and Jo Yi" will tell the story of the secret royal inspectors who are assigned to travel in disguise and takedown corruption done by government officials. It will center its story on an unmotivated secret royal inspector and a brave woman who has an advance thinking as they work side by side to investigate, uncover the truth and bring justice.
It was previously reported that Jo Byeong Gyu is the lucky actor to be picked to star as the male lead Ra Yi Eon (Ryan). He is the youngest secret royal inspector who topped the list in the state exams. He's an adventurous man with lazy eyes. He's doesn't seem to have any plans or goals in his life.
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On the other hand, actress Jung So Min has been offered to star as the female lead Kim Jo Yi. She is a woman full of passion who has a modern way of thinking. She thinks about the reality of life and also believes that couples could separate legally. However, she lives in an era when women can't even be part of the family registry but she dreams of getting a divorce and starting anew.
"Tale of the Secret Royal Inspector and Jo Yi" will start their filming as soon as the casting is complete and is set to premiere later this year.
We are excited about this new drama and we are hoping that both Jo Byeong Gyu and Jung So Min would accept this casting offer.
Moving forward, let's get to know more facts about the drama's possible lead stars Jo Byeong Gyu and Jung So Min below!
South Korean actor Jo Byeong Gyu was born on April 23, 1996. The 24-year-old actor is widely recognized for his portrayal in the hit television series Sky Castle and Hot Stove League. Currently, he stars as So Mun in the ongoing hit drama "The Uncanny Counter" which marks his first main role.
On the other hand, South Korean actress Kim Yoon Ji famously known as Jung So Min, was born on March 16, 1989. She started her career in the entertainment industry way back in 2010, starring in a supporting role in Bad Guy's television series. The actress became famous for her leading role in her 2010 TV series Playful Kiss, the Korean adaptation of the popular manga Itazura Na Kiss.
You can catch Jung So Min's latest drama series, "Soul Mechanic" (2020) on your favorite Korean video streaming site!
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Written By Liza Parker
