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Actor Lee Sung Min will portray the historical figure Lee Seong Gye in the upcoming historical drama Won Kyung.
According to OSEN's report, actor Lee Sung Min has chosen the drama Won Kyung as his next project.
Won Kyung is an upcoming K-drama that tells the story of Queen Won Kyung of the Joseon Dynasty, who, six centuries ago, partnered with King Taejong Lee Bang Won to seize power. Real-life historical figures, including Queen Won Kyung - who was known for her jealousy and greed, as recorded in the annals of the Joseon Dynasty - will be brought to the small screen.
In Won Kyung, Lee Sung Min will take on the role of Lee Seong Gye - the father of Lee Bang Won, the father-in-law of Queen Won Kyung, the founder and the first ruler of the Joseon Dynasty.
Historical figure Lee Seong Gye has been portrayed by prominent actors in various films and dramas over the years. Anticipation soars how Lee Sung Min, well-known for his versatility and acting prowess, will play Lee Seong Gye in the upcoming K-drama.
Lee Sung Min received immense praise for his role in JTBC's Reborn Rich, which won him the Outstanding Korean Actor Award at the Seoul International Drama Awards 2023. He also delivered an excellent performance in the K-movie The Devil's Deal.
In November, alongside Yoo Yeon Seok and Lee Jung Eun, he will bring to the audience the crime-thriller A Bloody Lucky Day, a TVING drama based on the Naver webtoon of the same name.
Won Kyung reunites director Kim Sang Ho, screenwriter Lee Young Mi, and Lee Sung Min, who previously worked together in Money Game.
Production of Won Kyung is being handled by Studio Dragon, and casting is currently underway. Actress Cha Joo Young will play the role of Queen Won Kyung, marking her first attempt at a historical drama. Won Kyung aims to air next year.
