The first preview of Chae Jong Hyeop's character in the upcoming sports romance drama "The Speed Going to You 493km" with Park Ju Hyun has been released!

Chae Jong Hyeop To Play Badminton in New Drama 'The Speed Going to You 493km'

KBS2's newest sports romance drama "The Speed Going to You 493km" unveiled its first photo stills of Chae Jong Hyeop in his badminton uniform!

"The Speed Going to You 493km" centers around the story of two badminton players who play together and fall in love unexpectedly. The drama stars Chae Jong Hyeop as Park Tae Joon, a sports professional in a badminton business team, and Park Ju Hyun takes on the role of Park Tae Yang, a badminton player who returns to the court after three years.

On March 3, the drama unveiled the first photo stills of Chae Jong Hyeop who transforms into Park Tae Joon, completely immersed in his new acting role.

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In the first photo, Park Tae Joon stands on the court, holding a badminton racket with a smug look on his face.

While Park Ju Hyun's character has bottomless enthusiasm, he shows no earnestness and eagerness towards badminton, showing an attitude like an office worker waiting for work to be done.

But after meeting Park Tae Yang, Park Tae Joon will change his perspective towards the sport little by little. As the story progresses, his changes will be gradually seen.

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Fans are excited to see Chae Jong Hyeop's take on a sports drama, a genre which he has never done before. His chemistry with Park Ju Hyun is also one of the most anticipated things in the drama.

What To Expect From Chae Jong Hyeop

Chae Jong Hyeop left a strong impression with his television debut in "Hot Stove League," and has diversified his filmography with hit series "Sisyphus," "The Witch's Diner" and "Nevertheless."

In "The Speed Going to You 493km," the actor thoroughly analyzed his character with extraordinary passion, showing perfect synchronization with Park Tae Joon.

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The actor is expected to realistically portray the life of a badminton player who has no eagerness to play, but falls in love with the sport as the story progresses.

Meanwhile, KBS2's new Wednesday and Thursday drama "The Speed Going to You 493km" is slated to air sometime in April.

Watch the heart-fluttering teaser of the drama here:

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Written by Elijah Mully.