Ha Jung Woo and Krystal Jung to Possibly Join Forces in New Thriller K-Drama "The Landlord"
K-drama fans, get ready! Ha Jung Woo and Krystal Jung are reportedly in talks to star in the upcoming thriller The Landlord, helmed by acclaimed director Im Pil Sung of Scarlet Innocence fame. This potential pairing is already creating buzz among fans eager to see these two talented actors together on screen.
The Landlord promises an intense storyline, centered on Ki Soo Joong (played by Ha Jung Woo), a building owner drowning in debt. To protect his family and his beloved building, Ki Soo Joong gets entangled in a crime that spirals out of control—what starts as a fake kidnapping quickly turns into a real one. This gripping premise sets the stage for a nail-biting thriller, and fans are eager to see how Krystal Jung's character will fit into this high-stakes narrative.
Ha Jung Woo's agency has confirmed his casting, making this his highly-anticipated return to the small screen after three years. His last TV appearance was in Netflix’s hit series Narco-Saints, where he delivered a stellar performance alongside Hwang Jung Min and Park Hae Soo. As for Krystal Jung, her agency has yet to confirm her involvement, but fans are already excited about the possibility of her comeback to K-dramas after her lead role in Crazy Love back in 2022.
Director Im Pil Sung, known for his visually stunning and deeply emotional works like Persona and Scarlet Innocence, is at the helm of The Landlord. His knack for blending suspense with thought-provoking narratives has raised expectations sky-high for this drama. With Ha Jung Woo’s proven acting prowess and Krystal Jung’s growing repertoire of versatile performances, The Landlord is shaping up to be a must-watch thriller.
While awaiting confirmation on The Landlord, Ha Jung Woo is keeping busy with a slew of upcoming films, including Nocturnal, Lobby, and Lunar Eclipse. Meanwhile, Krystal Jung recently made a special cameo in The Player 2: Master of Swindlers and is rumored to be gearing up for her next big role in this K-drama.
No release date has been announced yet, but with the buzz building around The Landlord, it’s clear that this drama is one to keep an eye on. Stay tuned for updates as we find out more about Krystal’s involvement and the drama’s official premiere date.
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