The dream team of actors Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won is now a reality.

They're starring in a fresh drama titled 'The North Star'. This narrative revolves around spies who are on a journey to rediscover their lost identities. The creative minds behind this project are director Kim Hee Won and writer Jung Seo Kyung, who previously showcased their remarkable synergy in the 2022 tvN drama 'Little Women'.

Recently, a member of the drama's crew shared a post on their personal social media account. The post included photos of Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won and announced the commencement of 'The North Star' shooting on March 25th. This has sparked curiosity about the duo's on-screen chemistry.

Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won, known for their successful streak and global popularity, have already stirred up immense anticipation among viewers worldwide with the announcement of their collaboration.

Adding to the excitement, designer Lee Jung Woo, who happens to be Jun Ji Hyun's mother-in-law, shared a post from an entertainment media outlet on her personal social media last year.

The post read, "The birth of a legendary duo, Jun Ji Hyun X Kang Dong Won unite in a spy melodrama", which garnered even more attention.

She expressed her enthusiasm for 'The North Star' by sharing a cheerful emoticon along with the caption "My favorite duo! Finally".

The main attraction of 'The North Star' is undoubtedly the pairing of Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won. Interestingly, Kang Dong Won, who has been primarily active in films, is making a comeback to dramas with 'The North Star', almost 20 years after his last drama appearance in SBS's 'Magic' which concluded in 2004.

Jun Ji Hyun, on the other hand, hasn't been involved in any projects since tvN's 'Jirisan' in 2021. Hence, the collaboration with Kang Dong Won is expected to create a synergy greater than any of their previous works.

'The North Star', which has already created a buzz with just the casting news and promises to be a legendary drama, is anticipated to satisfy viewers' curiosity with its future promotions.

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Actress Kang Ye Won got emotional as she opened up about why she took a break from broadcasting and why she’s finally giving love a chance.

On the March 3 episode of tvN STORY’s Can I Love Now?, Kang Ye Won made her debut as a new participant looking for romance.

During the broadcast, she revealed that negative online comments had deeply affected her. "I used to cry all the time reading comments. I get hurt easily. What might be a small wound for others feels like a huge blow to me," she shared, expressing the stress she faced from malicious remarks.

She also admitted that at one point, she wanted to leave everything behind. "I kept thinking, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ and it became overwhelming."

She added, "At one point, I thought, ‘I should just quit everything and move to the countryside,’ and that idea actually gave me peace," she confessed.

When it came to dating, Kang Ye Won shared that she had always been content watching others fall in love.

"It never worked out for me. I wasn’t the type to ask for introductions either. I just found comfort in living as an observer. Maybe it’s my fate. I’m fearful, and I lack courage. If I feel like someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start," she admitted.

However, the actress revealed that she ultimately joined Can I Love Now? for her father. "My dad was born in 1943. He had me late in life, and his health isn’t great."

She added, "I realized that if I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my parents any hope until the moment they pass away," she said with tears in her eyes. "My perspective on life has changed. I no longer think just about myself, but about my parents."

Kang Ye Won’s heartfelt confession touched many viewers, leaving fans rooting for her to find happiness.

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