Hallyu star Nam Joo Hyuk has been confirmed as the male lead of the upcoming romance drama Heartbeat. Meanwhile, reports suggest that actress Han So Hee is in talks to join him as the female lead in the highly anticipated K-drama, which is being penned by the writer of Lovely Runner.
Han So Hee to Join Nam Joo Hyuk in New Drama Heartbeat?
Following the confirmation of Nam Joo Hyuk’s casting in Heartbeat, fans are now eagerly awaiting news about the female lead. According to reports, Han So Hee has received an offer to star opposite the actor and is positively considering the project.
As reported by Soompi, Han So Hee’s agency stated, “She received an offer to star in ‘Heartbeat,’ and she is positively in talks.”
The actress is also reportedly in discussions to star in Solo Leveling and is gearing up for the release of the Korean remake of The Intern.
Heartbeat is being written by Lee Si Eun, the screenwriter behind the global hit Lovely Runner and the popular series True Beauty. The upcoming drama is expected to combine emotional romance with elements of fantasy.
According to reports, the story follows a woman with the unique ability to see the past. Her life changes when she encounters a mysterious man who bears an uncanny resemblance to her deceased first love. However, the man is forced to hide his own past, setting the stage for a complicated and emotional romance.
Nam Joo Hyuk has been confirmed to play Cha Shin Jo, a character carrying a deeply hidden history. If Han So Hee finalizes her casting, she is expected to take on the female lead role.
The project marks another major step in Nam Joo Hyuk’s career following his military discharge and his return to the screen with the fantasy horror series The East Palace. Known for dramas such as Twenty-Five Twenty-One and Start-Up, the actor’s potential on-screen pairing with Han So Hee has already sparked excitement among fans.
