On May 18, 2026, media outlets sparked widespread excitement within the Korean entertainment industry by revealing that Girls’ Generation member and talented actress Sooyoung may be making her return to the small screen in a highly anticipated broadcasting project.
The multi-talented idol-turned-actress has built a solid reputation for herself by taking on diverse, challenging roles across various genres over the last several years.
This latest venture positions her to join a major network television lineup, immediately drawing intense interest from long-time K-drama enthusiasts and domestic television viewers.
In response to the mounting media speculation, her management agency stepped forward to address the situation directly, providing an official update on her casting status.
On May 18, her agency Saram Entertainment released a formal press statement to clarify the casting reports, stating:
“Sooyoung has received an offer to star in the upcoming KBS2 weekend drama ‘I Went to School’ (literal title), the new project by writer Yang Hee Seung, and is positively reviewing the offer.”
This direct statement from her management has fueled high expectations that the actress will soon finalize negotiations and join the production team.
An Uplifting Modern Narrative of Second Chances and Higher Education
The upcoming series, tentatively titled “I Went to School,” is a slice-of-life weekend drama designed to tell an inspiring and highly relatable human story.
The central premise revolves around a resilient, middle-aged woman who encounters a profound and identity-shifting turning point in her life after making the courageous decision to enroll in a university later in life.
As she navigates the modern collegiate landscape alongside peers who are decades younger, the narrative promises to explore themes of personal growth, family dynamics, and the pursuit of dreams regardless of one’s age.
While specific character profiles and character arcs regarding Sooyoung’s potential role remain tightly under wraps, her potential involvement adds a great deal of star power to the project.
She is poised to join an exceptionally strong veteran ensemble cast, as industry insiders previously reported that acclaimed actors Lee Jung Eun and Yu Jun Sang are also currently in active talks to take on central roles in the drama.
The combination of these seasoned performers has already created considerable buzz, with audiences looking forward to a perfect blend of emotional depth and witty ensemble comedy.
A Powerhouse Creative Team Guiding the Production Toward 2027
The immense anticipation surrounding “I Went to School” is heavily driven by the powerhouse creative minds steering the ship.
The series will be penned by veteran screenwriter Yang Hee Seung, a household name in the romantic-comedy and slice-of-life genres.
Yang Hee Seung has authored an impressive string of massive domestic and international television hits, including “Crash Course in Romance,” “Oh My Ghost,” “Weightlifting Fairy, Kim Bok Joo,” and “A Hundred Memories.”
Also, she continues to demonstrate her immense creative output by serving as the main creator for the ongoing tvN drama “Filing for Love,” proving her knack for capturing genuine human emotion and sharp dialogue.
Working alongside the veteran writer is Producing Director (PD) Lee Woong Hee, a director celebrated for his distinct visual storytelling and meticulous pacing.
PD Lee Woong Hee previously earned critical acclaim and a loyal viewership for his stellar directorial work on hit projects such as “My Perfect Stranger” and “The First Night with the Duke.”
According to the current production pipeline and network scheduling blueprints, “I Went to School” is officially slated to make its grand premiere on KBS2 sometime in 2027.
With a stellar casting lineup in the works and an elite creative duo at the helm, the upcoming project is already tracking to become one of the most anticipated television highlights of the coming year.