Kang Tae Oh To Reclaim ‘Rom-Com King’ Title With New K-drama ‘Potato Research Institute’

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Kang Tae Oh might be taking on his very first acting challenge since his military discharge this 2024 with the upcoming K-drama "Potato Research Institute."

The show will be helmed by "Rookie Historian Goo Hae Ryung" director Kang Il Soo.

Kang Tae Oh To Star In New K-drama 'Potato Research Institute'

On March 18, media outlets reported that Kang Tae Oh might be returning soon to the acting scene with a brand new rom-com series.

According to the report, the K-drama heartthrob was offered to star in the upcoming series "Potato Research Institute."

The drama is a romantic comedy series set in a potato research center in a mountain valley, and it will be helmed by Kang Il Soo, the director of the hit drama "Rookie Historian Goo Hae Ryung."

Man of Creation, Kang Tae Oh's agency, confirmed the report. A representative stated that the actor is positively reviewing the new drama with a positive mind.

If Kang Tae Oh accepts the offer, he will transform into a protagonist with perfect visuals who possesses a twisted side in the series, making fans curious about his true colors.

"Potato Research Institute" aims to hit the screens in 2025. Moreover, it will mark his first-ever acting project following his military service discharge, raising anticipation among the viewers.

Kang Tae Oh's Plans For Acting Career & More

Kang Tae Oh has been in the industry for a long time but it wasn't until 2022 that he received the nickname of a romantic comedy heartthrob and "green flag" male lead.

He coupled with Park Eun Bin in the mega hit series "Extraordinary Attorney Woo," which instantly became a note-worthy work of both actors up until this writing.

In an interview with Elle Korea, the actor revealed that he grew as an actor as he takes on more works, and he wishes to show his versatility and different sides of himself in future projects.

According to him, he's not afraid to return to the acting scene despite being MIA for 18 months due to his military enlistment. With this, expectations for Kang Tae Oh are through the roof.

Are you excited for Kang Tae Oh's return? Share your thoughts with us in the comments down below!

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Written by Elijah Mully.

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