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Lee Jung-jae and Lim Ji-yeon Set to Star in New Drama “Impudent Love”

As reported by OSEN on November 20, acclaimed actors Lee Jung-jae and Lim Ji-yeon have officially signed on to feature in the forthcoming drama tentatively titled Impudent Love. Both artists were captivated by the script and eager for the creative collaboration that lies ahead.

Plot Overview

Impudent Love delves into the intriguing dynamics between a former actor whose career faced an unexpected halt and a political reporter who transitions into the realm of entertainment journalism. The series is poised to unearth a tumultuous and explosive relationship rife with emotional complexities.

Character Insights

In Impudent Love, Lee Jung-jae will portray Im Hyun-jun, a detective turned actor striving to redefine his career beyond the character Kang Pil-gu from Good Detective Kang Pil-gu. His journey to reinvent himself in the genres of romantic comedy or melodrama marks his much-anticipated return to Korean television, following a five-year break after his last performance in the 2019 series The Aide 2. During this hiatus, he expanded his horizons with international projects including his directorial debut HUNT (2022) and the much-talked-about Revolver (2024), alongside his role in the upcoming Disney+ series The Acolyte (2024).

Meanwhile, Lim Ji-yeon will embody Wi Jeong-shin, a reporter demoted from covering political scandals to entertainment news. She embarks on a mission to uncover the complex ties between politics and show business while navigating a dramatic love triangle involving Im Hyun-jun and another key character, Kang Pil-gu. Lim’s portrayal as Park Yeon-jin in The Glory (2022) earned her international acclaim, creating the sensational Yeon-jin Syndrome. Following that success, she starred in recent hits like Lies Hidden in My Garden (2023) and The Killing Vote (2023), with an appearance in Revolver (2024) on the horizon.

Expectations and Release Dates

The collaboration between Lee Jung-jae and Lim Ji-yeon in Impudent Love marks the first time these two stars will share the screen, leading to high anticipation regarding their on-screen chemistry. As Lee returns to Korean drama for the first time in five years and Lim continues her ascent in the entertainment industry, viewers are excited about their dynamic.

Fans can catch Lee Jung-jae globally in the highly anticipated Squid Game Season 2, set to premiere on December 26. Lim Ji-yeon will also engage audiences with the new JTBC drama The Tale of Lady Ok, debuting on November 30.

Production Details

Directed by Kim Garam, known for Good Partner, Impudent Love is produced by NEW’s Studio & New. The schedule for the drama’s network broadcasting is yet to be confirmed, keeping fans eager for updates.

Source: Daum

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