K-Drama Buzz: Im Yoon-ah Confirmed for Remake, Ahn Bo-hyun's Big Change, Lee Chung-ah Discusses Stepping Down

Im Yoon-ah Confirmed for Korean Remake of tvN's 'Unnatural,' Airing 2027

Girls' Generation's Im Yoon-ah (임윤아) has officially been cast in the Korean remake of tvN's new medical mystery drama, 'Unnatural' (working title), scheduled to air in 2027. This drama is a remake of an award-winning Japanese series, following forensic pathologists as they uncover the truth behind unnatural deaths. Im Yoon-ah will portray Song Do-eun, a forensic pathologist who appears calm and collected on the surface but possesses deep warmth and compassion, showcasing a new acting transformation. The drama's production team expressed their anticipation, stating, "Actress Im Yoon-ah's warm and bright energy will create fantastic synergy with the character Song Do-eun, who has a strong inner self and human charm. With Im Yoon-ah's delicate acting, which brings trust to viewers just by her name, 'Unnatural' will be reborn with new and different charms." [Reported by Soompi]

Ahn Bo-hyun to Announce Police Resignation in Today's 'Flex X Cop 2' Episode

Actor Ahn Bo-hyun (안보현) is expected to announce his intention to resign from the police force in the upcoming episode of SBS's Friday-Saturday drama 'Flex X Cop 2,' airing today (September 18) at 9:50 PM KST. In the drama, Ahn Bo-hyun has played Jin Yi-soo, a third-generation chaebol (a large family-owned business conglomerate) detective who uses his wealth and connections in investigations. Season 2 saw the new addition of Jung Eun-chae as Joo Hye-ra, a veteran detective and the new leader of Jin Yi-soo's team. In the previous episode, despite all of Yoo Sung-won's (Yoo Seung-ho) wrongdoings being exposed, he managed to casually walk out of the police station due to his powerful mother's influence, sparking outrage among viewers. Newly released stills show Jin Yi-soo with a determined expression, holding a resignation letter and speaking seriously to Police Chief Kwon Tae-kyun (Ryu Tae-ho), his usual playful smile nowhere to be seen. Furthermore, Joo Hye-ra (Jung Eun-chae) confronts Jin Yi-soo in the police station lobby with a troubled expression, while Jin Yi-soo bids her farewell with a bitter smile. [Reported by Soompi]

Lee Chung-ah Discussing Stepping Down from 'The Obedient Killer' Due to Car Accident Injuries

Actress Lee Chung-ah (이청아) is currently discussing stepping down from her upcoming drama due to injuries sustained in a car accident. Her agency, Management SOOP, confirmed on September 18, "It is true that Lee Chung-ah was involved in a car accident." The accident occurred last month while Lee Chung-ah was on her way to the set of the drama 'The Obedient Killer' (working title). Despite the accident aggravating a pre-existing back injury, Lee Chung-ah continued filming while receiving treatment. However, after being diagnosed by doctors to minimize movement for at least a month, resuming filming became difficult. The production team initially postponed the filming schedule for Lee Chung-ah's recovery but ultimately began discussions about her departure. 'The Obedient Killer' is set in the 1970s and 1980s, telling the story of a woman whose sole goal was to be a devoted wife and mother, who then takes on an unexpected profession to make a living after her divorce. [Reported by Soompi]

J.Y. Park Eyed for 'Hae-shi’s Shinru' Prince Role, Plus More New Drama News

Actor J.Y. Park (박진영), formerly of the group GOT7, and Jeon So-young are reportedly being considered for roles in the fantasy historical drama (sageuk) 'Hae-shi’s Shinru' (working title). J.Y. Park is in talks to play Crown Prince Lee Hyang, who will later become King Munjong, while Jeon So-young is discussing a role as a character with prophetic abilities who opposes Lee Hyang. The drama is currently in the planning stages, with original web novel author Yoon Yi-soo directly penning the script. Yoon Yi-soo is also known for writing the original web novel for the 2016 KBS drama 'Love in the Moonlight.'

Meanwhile, J.Y. Park has also confirmed his appearance in tvN's new drama '100 Days of Deception,' where he will star alongside Kim Yoo-jung (김유정), Kim Hyun-joo, Lee Moo-saeng, and Jin Seon-kyu. This series is scheduled to premiere next month on October 10. Additionally, JTBC is reviewing Cha Woo-min and Jang Da-ah for '50 Days of Flirting' (working title), a romance fantasy set to air next year. Netflix is releasing 'The Scandal in Joseon' today (September 18), a historical drama remake of the 2003 film 'Snow White's Revenge: A Chosun Love Story.' SBS will also air the medical mystery 'Doctor X,' starring Kim Ji-won (김지원), on weekends starting October 9. [Reported by Dramabeans]