Namgoong Min is being lauded for his work ethic as the award-winning star is set to headline a new drama.

After the success of "One Dollar Lawyer," the top star s returning to the small screen with an interesting series.

Namgoong Min to Star in His First Historical K-drama

The 44-year-old actor will be teaming up with "Hospital Playlist" actress Ahn Eun jin as the duo will headline the upcoming historical K-drama.

After months of in talks, Namgoong Min and the actress confirmed their appearance and will now headline the MBC series.

With Namgoong Min's new drama, he will transform into a mysterious man named Lee Jang Hyun, who became one of the influential people at Neunggeun Village.

It comes after Lee Jang Hyun gets caught up in a twisted fate, following an unimaginable tragedy, leaving him uninterested in life.

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However, things changed when he met Yoo Gil Chae, the daughter of the nobleman.

As the broadcast network gears up for the upcoming series, viewers are in awe of how dedicated Namgoong Min is to his work.

Namgoong Min Teases Fans With Update on His New Drama

Just one month after "One Dollar Lawyer" aired its finale, the award-winning star is back on set.

On Namgoong Min's Instagram, he shared a glimpse of his life, teasing viewers with an update on his new project.

The award-winning star posted a script for the upcoming drama "Lovers" along with a caption that reads, "Let's go! Let's go!"

With this, netizens were impressed with the actor working one K-drama after the other and starring in new projects without rest.

In addition, some also mentioned how they are excited to see Namgoong Min star in historical K-drama and are looking forward to his role.

Helmed by "The Veil" and "My Healing Love" director Kim Sung Yong, "Lovers" is a historical romance drama that depicts the story of a man who was convinced that he will not fall in love not until he met the love of his life.

Based on Namgoong Min's Instagram, the series has started its production while previous reports say "Lovers" is scheduled to air in the first half of 2023.

Namgoong Min Predicted to Win Another Daesang

While "One ​​Dollar Lawyer" concluded the season successfully, viewers hoped that Namgoong Min will win another Daesang or grand prize award at the 2022 SBS Drama Awards.

Set on December 31, the upcoming ceremony will be hosted by Shin Dong Yup, Kim Se Jeong, and Ahn Hyo Seop.

To recall, Namgoong Min has taken home the daesang award in the 2021 MBC Drama Awards for his performance in "The Veil" and the same category during the 2020 SBS Drama Awards for his role in "Hot Stove League."

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Written by Geca Wills