Lee Sang Bo is making a K-drama comeback after he got involved in illegal drugs. The controversial actor, who was cleared of the charges, returns to the small screen with a new series.

Lee Sang Bo Joins 'Elegant Empire'

Almost a year after the scathing allegations, the 41-year-old star is back with an upcoming K-drama.

According to a media outlet, Lee Sang Bo's agency, Rororo Entertainment, announced that the actor is among the cast of "Elegant Empire."

For his K-drama comeback, he is set to play the role of Na Seung Pil, the general manager of NA Entertainment.

Viewers will get to see his versatility as an actor as he portrays a selfish and hot-blooded manager.

Lee Sang Bo is working alongside lead stars Han Ji Wan, Kim Jin Woo, Kang Yul, and Son Sung Yoon.

Scheduled to premiere on August 7, "Elegant Empire" depicts the story of a man and woman who want to seek revenge to bounce back from injustice and lost families.

Viewers will get to see the upcoming K-drama via KBS2 every weekend.

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Meanwhile, "Elegant Empire" will be Lee Sang Bo's return to the small screen after two years since he starred in the 2021 K-drama "Miss Monte-Cristo."

What Happened to Lee Sang Bo's Illegal Drug Case?

Lee Sang Bo debuted in 2006 with the drama series "The Invisible Man" and has been in the industry for almost two decades. He appeared in various K-dramas like "Cruel Love," "Romance Hunter," "Rugal," "Miss Monte-Cristo," and more.

However, in 2022, he made headlines after reports claimed that he was the person arrested for illegal drugs.

Moreover, CCTV footage also showed that a man, who is said to be Lee Sang Bo, had been running around in the area like he was on drugs.

Police also found traces of pills at his home.

Days later, authorities revealed that they had arrested the actor for a drug scandal and that he had fully cooperated during the arrest.

Although he tested positive for drugs, the test showed that there was only a small amount of narcotic found in his system, and it was from the antidepressant drug that he was taking.

Due to this, Lee Sang Bo also denied the accusations against him and wanted to clear his name of the allegations.

"People sometimes go crazy about lies, not about the truth, but about the lies. I don't know how long my life will last, but I'm going to fight for my name to the end," the actor said, as mentioned by a media outlet.

As the investigation continues, Seoul Gangnam Police Station cleared the actor from illegal drug charges after authorities found "no traces of morphine" on the actor's urine test or his hair follicle test.

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Written by Geca Wills