[theqoo] [EXCLUSIVE] YEO JINGOO, MALE LEAD FOR SAGEUK ‘SAERAENADAE’

On January 22, it was reported that Yeo Jin Goo is in talks to star in the new drama “Saeraenadae” (romanized title) acccording to industry insiders.

In response to the report, Yeo Jin Goo’s agency J Full Entertainment shared, “‘Saeraenadae’ is one of the projects that he received an offer for.”

Set against the backdrop of a virtual Joseon, “Saeraenadae” depicts the love story between a prince of Joseon, who wants to escape from the country to be happy, and a young lady from a poor family, who wants to be happy by becoming successful in Joseon.

Yeo Jin Goo has reportedly been offered the male lead role of Park Yeong, a prince of Joseon who disguises himself as a reclusive unemployed man. Previously, Jo Byeong Gyu was in talks to play the role, but he turned down the offer.

Having debuted in 2005 through the film “Sad Movie,” Yeo Jin Goo appeared in a number of projects including the dramas “Il Ji Mae,” “Ja Myung Go,” “Giant,” and “The Moon Embracing the Sun.” The actor impressed viewers through his first lead role in the film “Hwayi: A Monster Boy” and continued to solidify his position as a leading actor by starring in the films “Shoot Me in the Heart” and “1987” as well as the dramas “The Crowned Clown,” “Hotel Del Luna,” and “Beyond Evil.”

CR: Soompi