Good news, Kdrama fans! Prominent actor Lee Joon Gi has confirmed to make his acting comeback in a new webtoon adaptation drama, “Again My Life” with Kim Ji Eun, and you might want to write down these exciting notes.
Lee Joon Gi and Kim Ji Eun Confirmed to Star in New Drama, “Again My Life”
Over a year since his last drama, “Flower of Evil”, and Lee Joon Gi finally returns to the small screen in a new drama with Kim Ji Eun.
On October 5, various media reported that Lee Joon Gi has confirmed to star in a new webtoon adaptation drama with Kim Ji Eun, called “Again My Life”. This report has also been verified by Lee Joon Gi’s agency, Namoo Actors, and Kim Ji Eun’s HB Entertainment.
In addition to Lee Joon Gi and Kim Ji Eun, prominent veteran actor Lee Kyung Young will join the cast.
If you think this will be another mediocre drama filling the slots in 2022, prepare yourself for an expected twist! That’s because up until today, there are at least 4 exciting notes you might want to write down about this wonderful project.
4 Interesting Notes about “Again My Life” New Drama
1. DOUBLE Adaptations from Lee Hae Nal’s Project
When you first heard about this confirmed new drama of Lee Joon Gi, you might have heard that this drama is an adaptation from a webtoon. However, others also mentioned that “Again My Life” was adapted from a web novel. So, which one is correct?
The answer is both.
That is because Lee Hae Nal’s “Again My Life” project has undergone double adaptations. It means that this project first started as a Kakao web novel, from May 13, 2016, to November 10, 2017.
Then, because it received a positive response and many people loved the story, “Again My Life” was adapted to a Webtoon and Manhwa in 2019 with the same title. The plot and story remained the same as the one Lee Hae Nal has written. They just added webtoon visual to make the story more vivid, using the magic hands of Seong Yong Min manga artist.
And today, “Again My Life” has been adapted once again into a promising drama.
2. Wonderful Plot and Story
So, why did so many people become interested in the “Again My Life” story that it received double adaptation? It’s because of the perfect mixture of life, action, law, criminal, and fantasy genres, all blended in a story with rich emotions.
“Again My Life” portrays the story of a prosecutor named Kim Hee Woo. He’s hot-blooded and extremely hardworking, and he was on a crucial investigation of chasing a tyrant corrupt politician, Jo Tae Seob. One day, in the middle of his investigation, Kim Hee Woo gets murdered by an unidentified man. His body then gets thrown into the ocean, and he dies an unfair death.
This moment is when the story gets interesting with a sprinkle of fantasy. Upon his death, Kim Hee Woo encounters a Grim Reaper who gives him another chance in life. Therefore, Kim Hee Woo comes back to life, and he vows to punish Jo Tae Seob.
I read the first two chapters cuz lee joongi casting news and this pretty much summons up what #AgainMyLife will be about pic.twitter.com/RvDQKKXRDK
— ً (@kdramajaebal) October 5, 2021
3. List of Prominent and Experienced Cast
Next, while only several cast members have confirmed to be starring in the drama, these experienced actors have marked another promise that “Again My Life” will be one of 2022’s masterpieces.
Lee Joon Gi
Firstly, we have Lee Joon Gi, whose reputation has exceeded his name. He has marked his name in the Korean entertainment industry with various projects before his military service, such as My Girl, Time Between Dog and Wolf, Iljimae dramas, and his blockbusting films: The King and the Clown, Fly Daddy Fly, and Virgin Snow.
After completing his military service, he immediately rose again with skyrocketing comeback dramas: Arang and Magistrate, Scholar who Walks the Night, Criminal Minds, and Lawless Lawyer. On top of that, his performance in Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo with IU as Prince Wang So has made the whole nation fell in love with him.
Due to his long list of challenging dramas, fans call him King of Acting, master of action.
In “Again My Life”, Lee Joon Gi will be playing the lead role, Kim Hee Woo. A boy who ranked at the bottom in high school turns an enthusiastic prosecutor with hard work.
Kim Ji Eun
Indeed, young actress Kim Ji Eun might be a new name in the list of prominent Kdrama actors. However, she has shown outstanding performances in her previous projects, such as Doctor Prisoner and Strangers from Hell.
And most of all, she has received praises for her excellent acting as Joo Je Yi in her recent drama, “The Veil” with Nam Goong Min.
Furthermore, in “Again My Life”, Kim Ji Eun will be portraying the character Kim Hee Ah, the genius maknae daughter of Cheonha Groups’ CEO. And with her perfect yet easygoing traits, it will be exciting to see her becoming interested in Kim Hee Woo.
Lee Kyung Yeong
Who doesn’t know Lee Kyung Yeong? Experienced Kdrama fans must have recognized him in various famous Kdramas, including Vincenzo, The World of the Married, Hyena, Vagabond, and The Veil. His career as a veteran actor started way back in 1987 and has continued to build a stellar reputation as both the good guy and the villain.
He’s going to be the best figure for a powerful villain who controls South Korea, Jo Tae Seob.
4. Directed by Han Cheol Soo
Lastly, what makes this drama even more exciting is knowing that this project has fallen right into the hands of the master director, Han Cheol Soo. The prominent director has been known for his masterpieces, starting from his first project in 2000, “All About Eve” to “My Little Baby” and “Graceful Family”.
So, what do you think, Kdrama fans? Are you excited to watch Lee Joon Gi in his upcoming new drama “Again My Life”? Please be patient because this project has just started and will air in 2022. Therefore, stay with us at Kpoppost, and we will keep you updated.
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