GOT7's Youngjae is back in the drama world after three years!

On July 24, his agency, Andbut Company, shared the exciting news: "Youngjae will join the cast of the drama 'Virtuous Competition.'"

'Virtuous Competition,' based on a popular webtoon, is a high-teen mystery thriller. It follows the intense and tricky relationships among teenage girls competing to survive in a tough environment.

The story takes place at Chaehwa Girls' High School, where the top 1% of students gather. Things get interesting when Woo Seul Gi, a new student from a provincial orphanage, joins them.

Youngjae hasn't been in a drama since 'So Not Worth It' and 'Love & Wish' in 2021. This time, he'll act alongside Lee Hye Ri, Kang Hye Won, Jung Soo Bin, and Oh Woo Ri. Fans can also look forward to seeing a whole new side of Youngjae with his dramatic transformation for this role.

Youngjae, who debuted with GOT7 in 2014, recently released a new song, 'T.P.O.' He's also a radio DJ for MBC FM4U's 'GOT7 Youngjae's Close Friend.'

Starting August 17, Youngjae will meet his global fans on the Asia tour 'ONCE IN A DREAM,' with stops in Tokyo, Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Seoul.

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It’s official—Good Partner is getting a second season!

On April 3, 2025, SBS confirmed the exciting news that Good Partner will return for Season 2.

However, fans will have to wait a little longer for more details as the production is still in its early stages.

SBS revealed, “While the production for Season 2 has been confirmed, the broadcast schedule, filming dates, and cast have not been finalized. We are still in discussions.”

Good Partner originally aired last September, and it quickly became a fan favorite. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (played by Jang Na Ra), a seasoned divorce lawyer, and rookie lawyer Han Yoo Ri (played by Nam Ji Hyun), who is new to handling divorce cases.

The series was a hit, with a peak viewership rating of 17.7% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide households).

Both Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun were praised for their performances, with Jang Na Ra receiving her first acting award after 23 years in the industry at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, and Nam Ji Hyun taking home the Best Acting Award.

Now, with the news of Good Partner Season 2, fans are eagerly wondering if the original cast will return. Will Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun reprise their roles, or will new faces join the team? Lee Jong Suk, a close friend and fellow actor of Jang Na Ra, has expressed his excitement for the continuation of the series and fully supports his friend's success.

As discussions continue, fans are keeping their fingers crossed for the return of their favorite characters.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated season.

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