Kim Seon Ho is one of those actors whose return to the screen is always eagerly awaited. Since his last drama, Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, aired in 2021, fans have been on the edge of their seats, anticipating his next project. After a hiatus, Kim Seon Ho made a successful comeback in the film The Child in 2023, earning high praise for his performance. Now, he is set to star in four upcoming Korean dramas. Let’s dive into these exciting new projects!
1. The Tyrant
The Tyrant Drama Cast (Instagram.com/Disneypluskr)
The first drama on the list is The Tyrant, an original Disney action series that began filming on January 2, 2023. This highly anticipated drama, initially planned as a movie, has been developed into a four-episode series, slated to premiere in the second half of 2024.
The Tyrant revolves around the disappearance of the last sample of a program called the Tyrant Program. The story follows various characters with different motives trying to find this sample. Kim Seon Ho plays Choi, a member of a government agency and the mastermind behind the Tyrant Program. The drama also features Paul (Kim Kang Woo), a foreign intelligence agent on a mission to eliminate the sample, adding layers of tension and intrigue.
2. Can This Love Be Translated?
Can This Love Be Translated? (Instagram.com/Netflixkr)
Another highly anticipated drama is Can This Love Be Translated?. On June 27, 2024, Netflix’s official Instagram released a script reading moment for the drama, showing the cast, including the main couple Kim Seon Ho and Go Yoon Jung, in an intimate pose.
This romantic drama tells the story of Ju Ho Jin (Kim Seon Ho), a talented translator who is optimistic and has a positive outlook on love. He meets Cha Moo Hee (Go Yoon Jung), a skeptical idol who often gives up easily. Their contrasting personalities lead to conflicts, but ultimately, they discover the true meaning of love through each other.
3. When Life Gives You Tangerines
Portrait Of Kim Seon Ho (Instagram.com/Seonho__Kim)
When Life Gives You Tangerines is a touching drama set in the 1950s on Jeju Island. The story follows Ae Sun (IU), a brave and rebellious woman, and Gwan Sik (Park Bo Gum), a quiet and reliable man, as they grow up together. Adult versions of these characters will be portrayed by Moon So Ri and Park Hae Joon, while Kim Seon Ho is rumored to make a special appearance. The exact role of Kim Seon Ho remains a mystery, but fans are eagerly awaiting his participation.
4. In the Net
Portrait Of Kim Seon Ho (Instagram.com/Seonho__Kim)
The last drama, In the Net, is a mystery series based on the novel Second Sister by Hong Kong writer Chan Ho Kei. The plot centers on Nga Yee (Park Gyu Young), who is devastated by her younger brother’s suicide. Determined to uncover the truth, Nga Yee teams up with a hacker known only as N (Kim Seon Ho). Together, they dig into digital footprints, uncovering cases of sexual harassment and bullying, leading to shocking discoveries.
Kim Seon Ho’s return with these four exciting dramas has fans thrilled. Each drama promises unique and captivating stories, showcasing his versatile acting skills. Make sure to keep an eye out for these upcoming releases, as they are bound to be must-watch dramas!
