It hasn’t been a while since his last drama, which is the Korean adaptation of the famous Japanese drama (I haven’t seen it though. Totally skipped it since I love Abe Hiroshi >_>) Ji Jin Hee has picked his next project…
Ji Jin Hee returns as King Sukjong in “Dong Yi”
The actor has just being appointed as an honorary goodwill ambassador to promote Korea’s ancient palaces at the headquarters of the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) in Seoul, South Korea on November 19. Earlier in the day, his management announced his next project, in the historical drama, “Dong Yi”.
He has been cast to co-star opposite actress Han Hyo Joo in a new TV series directed by Lee Byung Hoon, the producer of hit TV dramas “Jewel in the palace” (Daejanggeum), and “Yisan”.
Ji Jin Hee’s agency N.O.A. Entertainment said on Wednesday that the actor will play the role of King Sukjong from the Chosun Dynasty in the historical epic, Dong Yi.
Sukjong, who rose to his position as king at the age of 14, displayed charisma and leadership in governing his people while wholeheartedly loving Dong Yi (played by Han Hyo Joo). Dong Yi grows up to become Choi Suk Bin, a consort of Sukjong and the mother of King Youngjo.
“Dong Yi” is Ji Jin Hee’s second time working with Director Lee Byung Hoon – as he became very popular throughout Asia after starring opposite of famous actress Lee Young Ae in “Daejanggeum.” However, this will be his first time opposite of Han Hyo Joo, who is currently one of the most wanted actresses in the entertainment industry after her role in “Brilliant Legacy” broadcast earlier this year, which ended its run with a 41.7 percent rating.
Actor Ji Jin Hee (38) has appeared in dozens of movies and dramas since his debut in 1999. His new film “Paradise” also is set for release later on this month.
