Actor Ha Seok Jin may soon return to the small screen as the male lead of KBS2’s upcoming weekend drama Love Is Coming (literal title). On January 29, reports revealed that he had been cast for the role, prompting his agency to clarify that he had received an offer and is currently reviewing it.
EXID’s Hani is also in discussions to star as the female lead, raising anticipation for the potential pairing. If confirmed, the drama would mark a notable collaboration between the two stars in a family-oriented romance.
Ha Seok Jin Plays Wealthy Chef Developing Romance with Market Side-Dish Owner
Ha Seok Jin has been offered the role of Kim Moo Jin, the owner-chef of an Italian restaurant who comes from a wealthy background. Despite being born with a “diamond spoon,” Kim Moo Jin goes out of his way to hide his privileged status. He disguises himself as an ordinary worker by wearing simple market clothes, commuting by public transportation, and even working part-time at his own restaurant.
His life becomes intertwined with Han Gyu Rim, a side-dish shop owner at a local market, a role currently under consideration for Hani. Their relationship is described as a subtle and evolving romance shaped by their contrasting backgrounds.
Love Is Coming Explores Family Bonds Through Drama Written and Directed by Experts
Love Is Coming is a family drama that focuses on a broken yet deeply connected family, capturing the complex emotions of familial bonds. The story portrays relatives who may frustrate one another yet ultimately stand together when facing hardship from the outside world.
The drama is written by Lee Kyung Hee, known for The Innocent Man and Uncontrollably Fond, and directed by Hong Seok Gu, who previously helmed Beauty and Mr. Romantic. Love Is Coming is scheduled to premiere in August as the follow-up to Recipe for Love.
