Actress Moon Ga Young has been confirmed as the female lead in the upcoming tvN drama 'Seocho-dong.'

Directed by Park Seung Woo and written by Lee Seung Hyun, Seocho-dong will portray the vibrant and sometimes chaotic lives of associate lawyers—also known as "assos"—working in Seoul's bustling legal district. The drama, grounded in reality by a writer with actual legal experience, will explore relatable events and offer an authentic look at young lawyers' growth and challenges in their careers.

Moon Ga Young will play Kang Hee Ji, a first-year lawyer who has just completed her training at a law firm. Hee Ji is a confident and straightforward person with an infectious positivity that puts those around her at ease. Once an aspiring artist, she chose to pursue law to protect her loved ones. Full of passion and determination, Hee Ji dreams of becoming a lawyer who not only handles legal matters but also understands her clients' emotions.

Moon Ga Young is known for her relatable performances in dramas like 'The Interest of Love,' 'Link: Eat, Love, Kill,' and 'True Beauty.' She has earned praise for her ability to connect with viewers, establishing herself as a dependable and versatile actress. Her portrayal of Kang Hee Ji is expected to showcase her wide acting range, combining her natural charm with the character's dynamic personality.

Director Park Seung Woo, recognized for his unique and detailed storytelling in 'Kairos,' 'Adamas,' and 'W,' will bring his expertise to the project. The script is penned by Lee Seung Hyun, a practicing lawyer who draws from their personal experiences as an associate lawyer to craft the story. Joining Moon Ga Young is Lee Jong Suk, who will play Ahn Joo Hyung, a seasoned associate lawyer with nine years of experience.

Seocho-dong is set to premiere on tvN in the first half of next year.

Meanwhile, Moon Ga Young is currently filming another tvN drama, 'The Black Dragon.' Fans are eager to see her continue her streak of strong performances.

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo shared a surprising story from her trainee days!

On January 29, the latest episode of Dex’s Fridge Interview was released on YouTube. During the chat, Dex asked Jisoo if she ever rebelled or broke the rules as a trainee. She confidently replied, “Not at all. The only rebellion I had as a trainee was eating.”

Dex then jokingly imitated her younger self, saying, “I’m perfect, so why are they telling me not to eat? I’m going to eat tteokbokki!”

Jisoo laughed and admitted, “Actually, I was really chubby back then. They kept telling me to lose weight, but I always said, ‘No, I need to eat. I like myself chubby.’”

She even recalled a moment with YG Entertainment’s founder, Yang Hyun Suk:
“The boss told me to lose weight, and I responded like that. He just walked away, thinking, ‘She’s a weird one.’ I literally said, ‘No! I like myself chubby!’”

Jisoo then revealed that after she debuted, she naturally lost weight. She added, “Later, after I debuted and naturally lost weight, he was like, ‘You didn’t lose weight when I told you to, but now that you debuted, you did.’”

Fans are loving Jisoo’s confidence and honesty! Meanwhile, her full interview on Dex’s Fridge Interview is now available on YouTube.

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