Actress Jang Hee Ryung is officially confirmed to star as the lead in the highly anticipated new drama The Witch!

The Channel A weekend drama centers around a man named Dong-jin, who is determined to break the curse surrounding a woman known as The Witch, and Mi-jeong, a woman who has distanced herself from the world, becoming the root of a tragic story.

The two embark on a mysterious journey, where they eventually become each other's salvation in this emotional romance.

Based on the hit webtoon by Kang Pul, who’s behind other popular dramas like Moving and Fool, The Witch is set to be directed by Kim Tae-gyun, known for his work on the film The Drug King.

In The Witch, Jang Hee Ryung plays Heo Eun-sil, a strong-willed older sister figure to Park Mi-jeong (played by No Jeong Yi). Eun-sil, who grew up with three brothers, has a protective nature, especially towards Mi-jeong.

Her complex relationship with detective Kim Jung-hyuk (played by Lim Jae Hyuk) will also add another layer to the story.

Jang Hee Ryung has impressed audiences with her unique acting in films like Swallow and You Won’t Believe It, as well as her roles in TV series like Joseon Psychiatrist Yoo Se-pung and Uncle.

In Falling Stars, she showcased her versatility by portraying the lovable character Baek Da-hye, capturing viewers with her bright and stable performance.

Beyond acting, Jang Hee Ryung has appeared in several music videos and is also a popular brand model.

She’s currently starring in KBS Joy’s Sorry, I Am Sorry as Ahn Chan-yang, a pottery artist with hidden charm.

Catch Jang Hee Ryung in her exciting lead role when The Witch premieres on Channel A on February 15 at 9:10 PM.

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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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