Actors Yoo Yeon-seok (유연석) and Seo Hyun-jin (서현진) are set to reunite after 10 years, confirming their roles in MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama, 'The Perfect Lie.' This psychological thriller is scheduled to premiere on October 30. Meanwhile, the special Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) holiday film, 'The Man Who Lived with the King' (왕과 사는 남자, 'Wang Sa Nam'), which aired on SBS at 10:30 PM, garnered significant attention from viewers, achieving a national rating of 11.0%.
MBC Friday-Saturday Drama 'The Perfect Lie': Yoo Yeon-seok and Seo Hyun-jin Reunite After 10 Years
According to drama specialist media outlet Dramabeans, Yoo Yeon-seok and Seo Hyun-jin have been cast as the leads in MBC's psychological thriller, 'The Perfect Lie.' The drama is set to premiere on October 30 in the Friday-Saturday drama slot. Yoo Yeon-seok will portray Min Jun-ho (민준호), a highly trusted cardiothoracic surgeon and single father, while Seo Hyun-jin will play Kang Ji-sun (강지선), his son's school teacher.
The series delves into two conflicting versions of a single memory, depicting the protagonists clashing over the truth. The story begins when Min Jun-ho is arrested by the police after a date with Kang Ji-sun. Min Jun-ho claims that Kang Ji-sun's lie has ruined his and his son's lives, while Kang Ji-sun counters that she was not a criminal but merely sought love. Amidst their contradictory testimonies, two detectives, Jang Du-il (장두일, played by Jung Seung-gil 정승길) and Lee Hwa-young (이화영, played by Ok Ja-yeon 옥자연), dig into the case. The drama is directed by Jo Young-min (조영민) and written by Baek Jae-young (백재영). A host of other actors, including Oh Dong-min (오동민), Lee Chun-hee (이천희), Kim Ji-hyun (김지현), Im Sung-jae (임성재), and Kang Ji-yong (강지용), have also confirmed their appearances.
https://dramabeans.com/2026/09/yoo-yeon-seok-and-seo-hyun-jin-tell-the-perfect-lie/Reunion After 10 Years: A New Challenge Since 'Dr. Romantic'
This reunion marks approximately 10 years since Yoo Yeon-seok and Seo Hyun-jin last worked together on the 2016 drama 'Dr. Romantic' (낭만닥터 김사부). Fans are highly anticipating the chemistry between the two actors. At the time, both actors received critical acclaim for their profound performances in the medical drama, and there is significant interest in what new synergy they will bring to the psychological thriller genre. MBC is continuing its drama promotions by releasing a behind-the-scenes video of the first script reading.
Chuseok Special Film 'The Man Who Lived with the King' Achieves 11% Ratings Even With Late Airing Time
Meanwhile, the special Chuseok holiday film 'The Man Who Lived with the King,' which aired on SBS at 10:30 PM, captivated viewers with its high ratings. According to the online community TheQoo (더쿠), director Jang Hang-jun's (장항준) film achieved a national rating of 11.0% and a Seoul metropolitan area rating of 11.8%. 'The Man Who Lived with the King' is set in Cheongnyeongpo (청령포) in 1457 and tells a story that history attempted to erase. The film features a stellar cast including Yoo Hae-jin (유해진), Park Ji-hoon (박지훈), Yoo Ji-tae (유지태), Jeon Mi-do (전미도), Kim Min (김민), Park Ji-hwan (박지환), Lee Jun-hyuk (이준혁), and Ahn Jae-hong (안재홍). Showbox (주)쇼박스, Wonder Pictures (주)원더픽스, and BA Entertainment (주)비에이엔터테인먼트 were responsible for its provision, distribution, and production. The film is rated for viewers 12 years and older.
전국 시청률 11.0%
수도권 시청률 11.8%
Domestic Community Reactions to 'Wang Sa Nam' Ratings
“It did well even though it aired late,” “Wow, that's amazing ㄷㄷ”
Upon the news of 'The Man Who Lived with the King's' ratings, positive reactions dominated the online community 'TheQoo.' There was widespread surprise at the double-digit viewership, reaching 11.0% nationwide and 11.8% in the Seoul metropolitan area, despite its late 10:30 PM airing time, alongside continued praise for the film itself.
Yoo Yeon-seok and Seo Hyun-jin's reunion project, 'The Perfect Lie,' is set to premiere on October 30, promising a new acting transformation for both stars in the psychological thriller genre. Meanwhile, the Chuseok special film 'The Man Who Lived with the King' achieved a successful run during the holiday, recording high ratings in the 11% range despite its late broadcast time. Viewers' attention is now keenly focused on the future developments of both works.
