Lee JongSuk Takes on Lawyer Role in New Drama ‘Seocho-dong’

Actor Lee JongSuk has confirmed his appearance in the new tvN drama ‘Seocho-dong’, raising fans’ expectations. According to his agency, Ace Factory, he will play the role of Ahn JooHyung, a lawyer with nine years of experience, as announced on November 5.

‘Seocho-dong’ is a drama that depicts the youthful stories of associate lawyers working in the Seocho-dong legal town, capturing the realistic daily lives and growth of lawyers. The drama is written by a practicing lawyer and aims to convey the honest stories of lawyers through various cases.

Ahn JooHyung, played by Lee JongSuk, is a character fascinated by logic and case resolution, becoming a lawyer after having worked in the same place for nine years, accumulating extensive experience. However, unexpected changes occur in his stable career, propelling the story forward.

Lee JongSuk previously portrayed the glamorous life of a lawyer in the drama ‘Big Mouth’, for which he received the MBC Drama Award. In ‘Seocho-dong’, he is expected to showcase a more realistic portrayal of a lawyer, drawing anticipation for his new acting transformation.

The drama is directed by Park SeungWoo, known for ‘Kairos’ and ‘Adamas’, and he has previously worked with Lee JongSuk in ‘W’. The script is written by Lee SeungHyun, who plans to unfold various episodes based on firsthand observations of a lawyer’s real life.

‘Seocho-dong’ is set to air in the first half of next year on tvN. Many are focused on how Lee JongSuk’s new challenge will unfold.

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