Cha Eun Woo Takes on Lead Role in Revenge Drama 'Wonderful World'

In an exclusive report by Star News on May 26th, it was revealed that singer and actor Cha Eun Woo has been cast in the upcoming drama 'Wonderful World' (working title) as the male protagonist, Kwon Sun-yul.

Cha Eun Woo 's character, Kwon Sun-yul, is a medical school dropout who shares a dream of healing children in pain, mirroring his own experiences.

After the tragic loss of his parents, he faces the challenges of life and embarks on a journey of revenge alongside the female lead.

Their relationship unfolds in a mysterious way as they navigate a world filled with anger and resignation.

'Wonderful World' is an intense revenge drama that follows the story of a female lead seeking justice for the unjust loss of her young son.

Determined to avenge the perpetrator who received legal forgiveness, she dives into a suspenseful narrative.

This drama marks the highly anticipated return of Kim Nam Joo to the small screen after a five-year hiatus and aims to make a lasting impact.

Kim Nam Joo, known for her flawless acting skills, has received an offer to portray the female lead in 'Wonderful World.'

Her character is a relentless woman who fights tirelessly to expose the truth and bring down the person responsible for her son's tragic accident.

Currently considering the role, Kim Nam Joo's character has a compelling backstory as a former journalist who exposed political corruption and now serves as an anchor at an under-the-radar cable broadcasting station.

In an interesting twist, she is also the wife of the female lead, portrayed by Kim Kang-woo.

Directed by Lee Seung-young, recognized for his work on 'Wave Tracer,' OCN's 'Voice Season 2,' and 'Missing Noir M,' 'Wonderful World' aims to captivate audiences with its gripping storyline and high-quality production.

The drama is being produced by Samhwa Networks, further raising expectations for its success.

In addition to 'Wonderful World,' Cha Eun Woo will showcase his talents in another anticipated project.

He is set to appear in the drama adaptation of the popular webtoon 'Still Love You,' scheduled to air in the latter half of this year.

Fans of Cha Eun-woo and Kim Nam Joo can anticipate their captivating performances in these upcoming dramas, which promise to offer compelling narratives and memorable characters.

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Jo Jung Suk is officially back—and fans of Hospital Playlist couldn’t be more excited.

In the preview for episode 10 of Resident Playbook, aired by tvN on May 10, Jo Jung Suk’s character Lee Ik Jun is shown walking through a dimly lit hospital, saying, “It’s been so long since I came here.”

The short scene sparked immediate buzz online, especially when he’s seen holding hands with a woman—whose face is hidden. Many viewers are now asking: Is it Chae Song Hwa?

Although her identity isn’t revealed, fans are hopeful that the woman is Jeon Mi Do, who played Chae Song Hwa in Hospital Playlist.

Earlier announcements confirmed that both Jo Jung Suk and Jeon Mi Do would make appearances in Resident Playbook, fueling speculation that the beloved duo is finally reuniting on screen.

The teaser quickly became a hot topic, helping the drama maintain its upward momentum. Resident Playbook—a spin-off of the hit series Hospital Playlist—has been gaining strong viewership, with its latest episode setting new personal ratings records.

The show has consistently ranked No. 1 in its time slot across all channels, showing that fans are deeply invested in the lives and growth of the young doctors at the center of the story.

As the series continues to mix heartwarming guest appearances with its own emotional stories, viewers are now eagerly waiting for episode 10, airing May 11 at 9:20 PM KST, to see what’s next.

Will the “99s” finally reunite? Tune in to find out!

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