Actor Lee Tae Hwan is back on the small screen after wrapping up his military service.

His agency, Man of Creation (M.O.C), spilled the beans on April 8th that Lee Tae Hwan is all set to star in TV CHOSUN's upcoming weekend mini-series, 'DNA Lover'.

The series is a brainchild of Jung Soo Mi and directed by Sung Chi Wook, with production credits going to High Ground, IP Box Media, and Fan Entertainment.

'DNA Lover' is a rom-com that revolves around Han Kang Hoon, a genetic researcher. Despite her many failed relationships, she finally finds her perfect match, thanks to her genes.

Lee Tae Hwan is going to play a hunky firefighter and Seo Kang Hoon in the drama. Han So Jin, played by Jung In Sun, always has him on speed dial. She's a character who's always there for Kang Hoon, sharing her ups and downs. She even forms a love triangle by shielding Kang Hoon from Yeon Woo, played by Choi Si Won.

Lee Tae Hwan's character, Kang Hoon, is a 119 firefighter. He's a wild rescue firefighter who battles fires, a stark contrast to his dreamy looks. He's a man of his word, sticking to his decisions, whether it's about work or people.

He's stubborn when it comes to 'promises', showing a responsible side. His charm is sure to sway hearts, especially when compared to Yeon Woo, who's also part of the love triangle.

Lee Tae Hwan, who joined the army in June 2022 and got discharged in December the same year, has been in the public eye through various works and entertainment shows. As this is his comeback work after showcasing a wide range of acting skills across genres, fans are eagerly waiting for his future projects.

And guess what? 'DNA Lover' is all set to hit the screens this June. So, mark your calendars!

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A massive memorial video honoring Barbie Hsu, the late wife of Koo Jun Yup, was played on a giant billboard in New York’s Times Square, with fans covering the expensive tribute.

On February 12, photographer So Hong Su shared footage of the touching video, which was displayed in one of the world’s most famous locations.

Advertising on the Times Square screen reportedly costs between $50,000 to $100,000 per minute (about 72.65 million to 150 million KRW).

Despite the high cost, Barbie Hsu’s fans came together to fund the display, showcasing special moments from her life. A similar memorial video was also shown on a major screen at Nanjing Plaza in China.

Barbie Hsu tragically passed away on February 2 due to acute pneumonia while traveling in Japan. She leaves behind her husband Koo Jun Yup, her mother, her younger sister Dee Hsu, and two children.

However, after her passing, controversy erupted over her estimated $90 million inheritance. Reports surfaced that her ex-husband, Wang Xiaofei, and his mother, Zhang Lan, spread false rumors about her final arrangements.

Including claims that a private jet was used to transport her remains to Taiwan and that Koo Jun Yup and Dee Hsu pressured her into a massive life insurance policy. These allegations led to Wang Xiaofei and Zhang Lan’s removal from Chinese social media platforms.

In response, Koo Jun Yup made a public statement, declaring that he would renounce any claim to Barbie Hsu’s inheritance, transferring all rights to her mother.

He also vowed to take legal action to prevent anyone with bad intentions from accessing the estate until her children become adults.

As the public continues to mourn Barbie Hsu, fans and netizens are closely following the unfolding situation.

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