Actor Lee Jae Wook, known for his role in “Alchemy of Souls,” and actress Choi Sung Eun from “The Sound of Magic“ are set to share a heartfelt romance in the new Korean drama “The Last Summer.” Let’s take a closer look at this exciting new drama and the characters they will portray.
Lee Jae Wook and Choi Sung Eun to Headline New Romance Drama “The Last Summer”
On August 19, Sports Chosun exclusively reported that an industry insider revealed the rising actors, Lee Jae Wook and Choi Sung Eun, will take the lead roles in the new Korean drama “The Last Summer” (literal title).
“The Last Summer” Storyline
The upcoming romance drama “The Last Summer” tells the complex love story between a woman who hates summer and a man who has been waiting for summer every day, as they reunite after two years. Their three-dimensional romance unfolds as they explore each other inside and out in summertime.
“The Last Summer” Cast & Characters
Lee Jae Wook as Baek Do Ha
Baek Do Ha is an architect and the head of an architectural company named Pluto Atelier. Although he looks like a racehorse racing to achieve his goals, beneath that facade, he has a more complex character.
Choi Sung Eun as Song Ha Kyung
Song Ha Kyung is a level 7 civil servant in the architecture department. She is a person who has risen from humble beginnings and is dubbed “a dragon born from a mudhole.”
As Baek Do Ha and Song Ha Kyung reunite in the sweltering summer heat, excitement builds for their heartwarming summer romance.
Lee Jae Wook and Choi Sung Eun Updates
Actor Lee Jae Wook made his acting debut in a supporting role in 2018 with the Korean drama “Memories of the Alhambra.” The actor gained his leading role in the Korean drama “Search: WWW” in 2029. Since then, he has been gracing the small screen in various Korean drama series.
One of his recent hit series was the Korean historical drama “Alchemy of Souls” in 2022. Following the successful series, he played in “The Impossible Heir,” released in February 2024. The actor is now preparing for the release of his new drama “Hong Rang.” In the upcoming series, he teams up with Jo Bo Ah, Kim Jae Wook, and other talented actors in the anticipated series.
The upcoming drama “The Last Summer” marks the actor’s return to the romance genre. His last romance drama was “Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol” in 2020, where he co-starred with Go Ah Ra.
Choi Sung Eun made her acting debut with the movie “Graduation Film” in 2019. Since then, she has starred in several Korean hit movies such as “Start-Up,” “Tenth Months,” and “Gentleman.“ Her most recent film is “My Name is Loh Kiwan,” in which she starred alongside Song Joong Ki.
The upcoming drama will be her third project after “Beyond Evil” (2021) and “The Sound of Magic” (2022). Additionally, fans anticipate how she will portray her new character of Song Ha Kyung and create on-screen chemistry with Lee Jae Wook.
The actress is currently gearing up for her exciting new movie project alongside Yeom Hye Ran and Arin from the Kpop girl group Oh My Girl in “Mad Dance Office.”
Your Thoughts?
According to the report, the upcoming Korean drama “The Last Summer “ has completed its casting process. Production will begin with script readings, followed by filming.
So, what are your thoughts about the upcoming Korean romance drama featuring Lee Jae Wook and Choi Sung Eun? Please share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned for updates!
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Source: Sports Chosun
