[Upcoming Drama 2024] Is It Fate?/Is It a Coincidence?, 우연일까? - Kim So Hyun & Chae Jong Hyeop

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2023 DRAMA

 

Drama: Is It a Coincidence?/ Is it fate?

Hangul: 우연일까?

Genre: romance

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Episodes:

Director: Song Hyun Wook (The King’s Affection, Beauty Inside, Another Oh Hae young)

Writer: Park Geu Ro

Release Date: 2024

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Plot

“Is It a Coincidence?” depicts the story of youths who mature over time as they move forward. It tells the story of young people who meet her first love 10 years ago by chance and go on to find true love and dreams.

 

Notes

Is It a Coincidence? is based on the webton of the same name which marked the beginning of the heyday of Naver Webtoon.

 

Cast

 

 Kim So Hyun as Lee Hong Joo

Chae Jong Hyeop as Kang Hoo Young

Yoon Joon-won as Joseph Oh

Hwang Sung-Bin as Gyeong-taek

 

Character descriptions

 

 Lee Hong Joo (Kim So Hyun) is an animation producer who is afraid of love due to the painful memories from her previous relationship.

 

Teasers/Trailers

 

 

 

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Kim So Hyun Confirmed To Star In New Webtoon-Based Drama

 

TV/Film

Sep 27, 2022

by S. Kim

 

Kim So Hyun will be starring in a new drama!

On September 27, Kim So Hyun’s agency IEUM HASHTAG announced that the actress is confirmed to star in the new drama “Is It a Coincidence?” (literal title).

The upcoming drama is based on the original webtoon of the same name which marked the beginning of the heyday of Naver Webtoon. “Is It a Coincidence?” depicts the story of youths who mature over time as they move forward. Song Hyun Wook, who is known for his delicate and beautiful directing skills shown through dramas such as “The King’s Affection,” “Beauty Inside,” and “Another Oh Hae Young,” will be in charge of directing, raising anticipation for the drama.

Kim So Hyun will take on the role of Lee Hong Joo, an animation producer who is afraid of love due to the painful memories from her previous relationship. The actress who showcased her delicate acting skills as well as her ability to take on various characters through the projects “The Tale of Nokdu,” “Love Alarm,” “River Where the Moon Rises,” and more is expected to make another transformation as an ordinary office worker.

“Is It a Coincidence?” will start filming in the second half of 2022. Stay tuned for more updates!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1546927wpp/kim-so-hyun-confirmed-to-star-in-new-webtoon-based-drama

 

 

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September 27 2022

Kim So-Hyun cast in drama “Is It a Coincidence?”

Kim So-Hyun is cast in drama series “Is It a Coincidence?” (literal title). The drama series is based on webcomic “Wooyeonilgga?” written by Nam Ji-Eun & illustrated by Kim In-Ho. The drama series will be directed Song Hyun-Wook (recent credits include “The Golden Spoon” and “The King’s Affection“). In “Is It a Coincidence?,” Kim So-Hyun will play Lee Hong-Ju. She works as a PD for animation productions. She also has trauma from a past love experience. She then meets her first love.

“Is It a Coincidence?” will consist of 8 episodes, but air dates or broadcast networks has not yet been announced.

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Lee Hong-Ju (Kim So-Hyun) is a single woman and she works as an animation production PD. Due to a mental scar from a love she had in the past, she is afraid of falling love again. One day, she accidentally meets her first love Kang Hu-Young for the first time in 10 years.

 

https://blog.asianwiki.com/korean-dramas/kim-so-hyun-cast-in-drama-is-it-a-coincidence

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Chae Jong Hyeop In Talks To Star Alongside Kim So Hyun In Upcoming Webtoon-Based Drama

TV/Film

Oct 6, 2022

by S. Cho

 

Chae Jong Hyeop may be starring alongside Kim So Hyun in a new drama!

Recently, Xportsnews reported that Chae Jong Hyeop would be starring in the new drama “Is It a Coincidence?” (literal title) that is currently in talks to broadcast on tvN.

The upcoming drama is based on the original webtoon of the same name and depicts the story of youths who find true love and their dreams after reuniting with their first love 10 years later. Kim So Hyun has been confirmed to star as Lee Hong Joo, an animation producer who is afraid of love due to the painful memories from her previous relationship.

Chae Jong Hyeop has received an offer for the role of Kang Hoo Young, who has heart-fluttering memories of Hong Joo and eventually reunites with her.

In response to these reports, on October 6, Chae Jong Hyeop’s agency IOK Company shared, “[‘Is It a Coincidence?’] is one of the projects [Chae Jong Hyeop] has received an offer for.”

After making an impressive debut in “Stove League,” Chae Jong Hyeop has steadily built up his career with appearances in “Sisyphus: The Myth,” “Nevertheless,” and “The Witch’s Diner.” He most recently starred in KBS 2TV’s sports romance drama “Love All Play.”

Would you like to see Chae Jong Hyeop and Kim So Hyun in a drama together?

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1548569wpp/chae-jong-hyeop-in-talks-to-star-alongside-kim-so-hyun-in-upcoming-webtoon-based-drama

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Chae Jong Hyeop Confirmed To Join Kim So Hyun In New Romance Drama

Nov 18, 2022

by E. Cha

 

It’s official: Chae Jong Hyeop will be starring opposite Kim So Hyun in a new drama!

On November 18, Chae Jong Hyeop’s agency IOK Company announced, “Actor Chae Jong Hyeop has been confirmed to appear in the new drama ‘Is It a Coincidence’ and is officially beginning filming.”

Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, “Is It a Coincidence” (literal translation) will tell the story of young people finding true love and their dreams after accidentally running into their first love from 10 years ago.

Kim So Hyun was previously confirmed to be starring in the drama as Lee Hong Joo, an animation producer who is afraid of love due to painful memories from her previous relationship.

Chae Jong Hyeop will be playing male lead Kang Hoo Young, a handsome and intelligent financial planner living in the United States who never needed to work hard to achieve great results. Bored with his dull and meaningless life, Kang Hoo Young finds his heart fluttering again when he returns to Korea for the first time in a long while and unexpectedly reunites with Lee Hong Joo, his first love from high school, after 10 years.

“Is It a Coincidence” is currently aiming to premiere sometime in 2023.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1554839wpp/chae-jong-hyeop-confirmed-to-join-kim-so-hyun-in-new-romance-drama

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November 18 2022

Chae Jong-Hyeop cast in drama “Is It a Coincidence?”

Chae Jong-Hyeop is cast for the lead male role in drama series “Is It a Coincidence?” (literal title) co-starring Kim So-Hyun. For the drama series, which is based on webcomic  “Wooyeonilgga?” by Nam Ji-Eun, Chae Jong-Hyeop will play Kang Hu-Young. He is the first love of Lee Hong-Ju (Kim So-Hyun). He immigrated to the United States sometime after high school. He returns to South Korea and meets Lee Hong-Ju for the first time in 10 years.

Filming or ” Is It a Coincidence?” will begin soon.

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Lee Hong-Ju (Kim So-Hyun) is a single woman and she works as an animation production PD. Due to a mental scar from a love she had in the past, she is afraid of falling love again. One day, she accidentally meets her first love Kang Hu-Young for the first time in 10 years.

 

https://blog.asianwiki.com/korean-dramas/chae-jong-hyeop-cast-in-drama-is-it-a-coincidence

 

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Chae Jong Hyeop confirmed to work alongside Kim So Hyun in a new k-drama

by lo_ve, November 18, 2022

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Chae Jong Hyeop will be the next leading man of Kim So Hyun.

On November 18, Chae Jong Hyeop's agency IOK Company confirmed that Chae Jong Hyeop  will be the male lead for the upcoming drama "Is It Fate?" It was also revealed that the filming will start soon and the drama will air in 2023. 

"Is It Fate?" will tell the story of a youth who will meet their first love 10 years ago by chance. The series will be based on the webtoon of the same name. 

Kim So Hyun confirmed her appearance earlier. The series will be the next project of director Song Hyun Wook ("The Golden Spoon," "The King's Affection," and "The Beauty Inside") and writer Park Geu Ro. 

Chae Jong Hyeop will play the role of Kang Hoo Yeong. He is a person who doesn't need to exert much effort because he always gets the best results. He migrated to the United States and after a long time, he returns to Korea. There, he meets his friend from high school Lee Hong Joo and his forgotten feelings suddenly become not so forgotten. 

Kim So Hyun will play the role of Lee Hong Joo, the first love of Kang Hoo Yeong. 

There are no details yet on what channel will broadcast "Is It Fate?". The air date has also not been released yet. 

 

 

This will be the first project of Chae Jong Hyeoop for 2023. In 2022, the actor has been busy with several k-dramas. 

He starred in his first-ever leading role in a broadcast drama "Love All Play" with Park Ju Hyun, Park Ji Hyun, Kim Moo Joon, Seo Ji Hye, and Jo Han Chul. Chae Jong Hyeop also made a special appearance in the tvN series "Sh**ting Stars." 

Before the year ends, Chae Jong Hyeop will lead the upcoming ENA series "Unlock My Boss" with Park Sung Woong, Seo Eun Soo, Byun Jun Seo, Bang Joo Hwan, and Heo Ji Na

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/chae-jong-hyeop-confirmed-to-work-alongside-kim-so-hyun-in-a-new-k-drama

 

 

 

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Yun Ji On to join Kim So Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop's new K-drama

by lo_ve, November 22, 2022

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Yun Ji On is confirmed to join the upcoming K-drama "Is It Fate?"

"Is It Fate?" will be the collaboration between director Song Hyun Wook ("The Golden Spoon," "The King's Affection," and "The Beauty Inside") and writer Park Geu Ro.

 

The upcoming series will be based on the webtoon of the same name written by Nam Ji Eun and illustrated by Kim In Ho. It will depict the story of a youth who will encounter their first love 10 years ago by chance. The series will be led by Kim So Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop.

 

Kim So Hyun will portray the role of Lee Hong Joo. She remains single due to a mental scar from a love she experienced before. She is currently working as an animation production PD.

Chae Jong Hyeop will play the role of Kang Hoo Yeong, and even if he doesn't do as much, he always gets the best results. When he returns to Korea after migrating to the United States, he will meet his first love once again.

Kim So Hyun will play the role of Lee Hong Joo, the first love of Kang Hoo Yeong.

The upcoming series is set to begin filming soon.

 

 

On November 22nd, Yun Ji On's agency confirmed that the actor will join the drama. He will play the role of Bang Joon Ho, a popular writer who is full of self-love. He will be working closely with Kim So Hyun's character named Lee Hong Joo as she was the first fan of his first novel. 

Yun Ji On made his acting debut in 2016. Since then, he has been active in plays, movies, and dramas. 

He was part of the K-dramas "Memory," "Our Gap Soon," "Stranger," "Mr. Sunshine," "Dear My Room," "Search: WWW," "Be Melodramatic," "Memorist," "Sweet Home," "Monthly Magazine Home," "You Are My Spring," and "Jirisan." 

This year, Yun Ji On starred in the action fantasy k-drama "Tomorrow" with Kim Hee Sun, SF9's Rowoon, Lee Soo Hyuk, Kim Hae Sook, and Kim Nu Ri.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/yun-ji-on-to-join-kim-so-hyun-and-chae-jong-hyeop-s-new-k-drama

 

 

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News bites: November 23, 2022

by tccolb

 

Yoon Ji-on (Tomorrow) has been added to the cast of Is It a Coincidence, joining Kim So-hyun (Love Alarm 2) and Chae Jong-hyeop (Unlock the Boss). The coming-of-age romance is planning to start filming before the year ends with PD Song Hyun-wook (Golden Spoon, The King’s Affection) at the helm and scripts by Park Geu-ro. [News1]

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2022/11/news-bites-november-23-2022/

 

Yoon Ji-on takes on the role of Bang Joon-ho, a popular writer full of narcissism in the play, and performs passionately. Bang Jun-ho plans to draw a story as he develops a relationship with Lee Hong-joo (played by Kim So-hyun), his number 1 fan, whom he met while publishing his first novel.

 

https://www.news1.kr/articles/4871638

 

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New casting news! .

 

Story J confirms that KimDasom will star in webtoon-based drama IsItACoincidence as KimSohyun's best friend. Also stars ChaeJonghyeop, the drama will start airing next year

 

 

 

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SISTAR's Kim Da Som confirmed to join the upcoming K-drama "Is It Fate?"

by lo_ve, November 28, 2022

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SISTAR's Kim Da Som is confirmed for another 2023 K-drama.

The idol actress' agency Story J Company confirmed on November 28 that Kim Da Som will be part of the upcoming k-drama titled "Is It Fate?" 

Kim Da Som will be joining the confirmed main leads Kim So Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop. 

2023 will be the grand comeback of Kim Da Som to the k-drama world. She last starred in the 2020 K-drama "Was It Love?" with Song Ji Hyo, Son Ho Jun, Song Jong Ho, Koo Ja Sung, and Kim Min Joon. 

Aside from "Is It Fate?" Kim Da Som will also be part of the upcoming 2023 K-drama "The Season of Kkok Du." She will work alongside Kim Jung Hyun, Im Soo Hyang, Ahn Woo Yeon, and Kim In Kwon.

 

Kim Da Som started her acting career in 2012. She was part of the K-dramas "Family," "The Eccentric Daughter-in-Law," "Band of Sisters," "He Is Psychometric," and more. 

 

 

"Is It Fate?" will depict its story from the webtoon of the same name written by Nam Ji Eun and illustrated by Kim In Ho. The story will unfold with the accidental encounter between Lee Hong Ju who's afraid of falling in love again and her first love from 10 years ago, Kang Hu Young. 

 

The upcoming series will be directed by  Song Hyun Wook ("The Golden Spoon," "The King's Affection," and "The Beauty Inside") and written by  Park Geu Ro.

Kim Da Som will give life to the role named Kim Hye Ji. She's an English teacher at Obok High School and the best friend of Kim So Hyun's character, Lee Hong Joo. Kim Hye Ji was shy and quiet in her teen years but after finding her true self, she finally shows her true and straightforward personality.

 

"Is It Fate?" is set to premiere in 2023. The filming of the series will begin soon.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/sistar-s-kim-da-som-confirmed-to-join-the-upcoming-k-drama-is-it-fate

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News bites: December 3, 2022
by tccolb

 

In casting news, Dasom (Was It Love) has been added to Is It a Coincidence, joining Kim So-hyun (Love Alarm 2) and Chae Jong-hyeop (Unlock the Boss) in the coming-of-age romance. The webtoon adaptation is planning to broadcast in 2023. In the meantime, Dasom has also been actively filming for MBC’s fantasy Kkokdu’s Season. [News1]

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2022/12/news-bites-december-3-2022/

 

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New casting news! .

 

YoonJunWon confirmed cast for webtoon-based drama IsItACoincidence?, he will act as Joseph Oh who is ChaeJongHyeop’s close friend and important client.

 

 

 

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Yoon Jun-won, Chae Jong-hyeop's rich friend..

 

 

The drama Is It a Coincidence is the story of a young man who accidentally meets his first love 10 years ago and searches for true love and dreams. It is based on the webtoon of the same name. Kim So-hyun has been cast as animation production PD 'Lee Hong-joo', and Chae Jong-hyeop has been cast as financial planner 'Kang Hu-young'.

 

Yoon Joon-won plays his friend, 'Joseph Oh'. He was born into a wealthy family and immigrated to the United States. He is an important customer of Huyeong. Yoon Joon-won graduated from law school and has a high level of English, so his character's synchro rate is expected to be high. Yoon Joon-won asked, "I'm curious about how Chae Jong-hyeop and breathing will be reflected," and "Please watch a lot."

 

https://www.newsis.com/view/?id=NISX20230105_0002148544

 

 

Seongbin Hwang, appeared in the drama 'Is it a coincidence'... In love with Dasom

 

 

Actor Hwang Seong-bin appears in the drama 'Is it a coincidence'.

 

In the play, Gyeong-taek is a physical education teacher at Obok High School, who is upright and honest, but has a crush on Kim Hye-ji (Kim Da-som), a teacher at the same school, for a long time.

 

Hwang Seong-bin said, “It is a great honor to be able to meet director Song Hyun-wook through this work. I am preparing a work full of excitement because I can show a new look that is different from what I have shown before. The winter cold has begun, but as always, I hope to finish the work safely without accidents.”

 

On the other hand, Hwang Seong-bin has recently garnered great attention for his role as Tae-hoon in 'Weak Hero Class 1', Do-gyun in 'The Ultimate Weapon Alice', and Detective Shim in 'Why Oh Soo-jae?' In the meantime, I have mainly portrayed mysterious or rebellious characters, but this time in 'Is it a coincidence', I challenge the role of Gyeong-taek, who has a crush on me.

 

https://m.wowtv.co.kr/NewsCenter/News/Read?articleId=A202301020181

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Lee Won Jung Cast in Kim So Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop's Upcoming K-Drama "Is It Fate?"

by lo_ve, June 30, 2023

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Actor Lee Won Jung is set to star in another romantic comedy K-drama! 

On June 30th, it was officially confirmed that Lee Won Jung will be joining Kim So Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop in the upcoming webtoon-based K-drama Is It Fate?

This will be the next upcoming work of the actor. Lee Won Jung is set to star in the Netflix original K-drama Hierarchy with Roh Jeong Eui, Lee Chae Min, Kim Jae Won, Ji Hye Won, and Kim Tae Jung. 

Lee Won Jung recently starred in the KBS K-drama My Perfect Stranger as Jin Ki Joo's father (younger version). The actor became more known after starring in this series. 

 

The actor made his acting debut in 2020. He first appeared in the web drama Real:Time: Love Season 3. Since then, he has been active and has starred in several works. 

Lee Won Jung was part of the K-dramas Live On, Bio Homme, Can You Deliver Time? 2002, The World of My 17 Season 2, New Normal Zine, Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Brain Works, and more.

 

 

Is It Fate? will base its story on the webtoon of the same name written by Nam Ji Eun and illustrated by Kim In Ho. 

It will tell the story of a man and a woman who was each others' first love and accidentally meets again after 10 years.

The upcoming K-drama will be directed by Song Hyun Wook (The Golden Spoon, The King's Affection, Another Miss Oh, and more) and written by Park Geu Ro.

Aside from Kim So Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop, the K-drama will also be led by Yun Ji On, SISTAR's Kim Da Som, and Yoon Jun Won. 

Lee Won Jung will play the role of the owner of a meat restaurant and will be the bridge to Lee Hong Joo and Kang Hoo Yeong, Kim So Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop's characters respectively. 

Is It Fate? will air on tvN and according to reports, the K-drama will premiere within the year.

Source

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/lee-won-jung-cast-in-kim-so-hyun-and-chae-jong-hyeop-s-upcoming-k-drama-is-it-fate

 

 

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Dream Casting: 5 Actors/Idols We Think Would Be Perfect For The Role Of The Male Lead Kang HooYoung In Webtoon Based K-Drama "Is It A Coincidence?" Reportedly Starring Kim SoHyun

Check out everything you need to know about the upcoming webtoon-based K-Drama "Is It A Coincidence?".

 

There's a brand new webtoon-based drama creating all the buzz in the K-Drama community, and it is none other than "Is It A Coincidence?", which will reportedly be led by actress Kim SoHyun!

Slated to be adapted into an 8-episode mini-drama, "Is It A Coincidence?" will be helmed by director Song HyunWook, who is currently working on "The Golden Spoon". The original webtoon, by author Nam JiEun, illustrated by artist Kim InHo, tells the story of first love, friendship, and fate. It is a webtoon that can be enjoyed and appreciated by readers of all ages. The art style is unique and endearing, which makes the visual experience rather memorable. You can expect the K-Drama adaptation to replicate this through stunning cinematography, which is a given in Director Song HyunWook's works.

 

The central protagonists of the story are Lee HongJoo and Kang HooYoung. Back in middle school, HongJu was HooYoung's first love but she would pass on love notes to him from her friends with not the slightest clue about his feelings. 10 years later, they meet on a blind date where HongJu introduces herself, and HooYoung recognizes her at once. As it turns out, both HongJu and HooYoung had come for a blind date, but they had their respective partners mixed up. The two resume their separate dates, but the encounter leaves HooYoung wondering whether it was just a coincidence that he met HongJu after such a long time.

 

HooYoung is thrilled to meet HongJu and cannot wait to see her again. So, when he gets invited to a reunion party by HongJu's friend, HooYoung takes it upon himself to meet her there. HongJu on the other hand is skeptical when it comes to love after breaking up with her first love. She is outwardly unaffected by HooYoung's eagerness about meeting her but was certainly taken aback when he remembered her.

Will their unfulfilled love take flight this time around? Will coincidence lead to fate? You can find out by reading the webtoon in Korean here.

At the time of writing, Kim SoHyun has not confirmed her appearance in "Is It A Coincidence?". However, in light of reports that suggest that she has been cast in the leading role of HongJu, we picked 4 Korean actors who we think would be perfect as her male lead, HooYoung.

HooYoung and HongJu have a considerable height difference, which is one of the most heart-fluttering elements of their romance. HooYoung is also well-built and incredibly handsome when it comes to appearance.

 

 

 

https://www.kpopmap.com/dream-casting-5-actors-idols-we-think-would-be-perfect-for-the-role-of-the-male-lead-kang-hooyoung-in-webtoon-based-kdrama-is-it-a-coincidence-reportedly-starring-kim-sohyun/

 

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Kim SoHyun and Chae JongHyeop was spotted filming last year for their upcoming youth rom-com drama “Is It Fate?”

A woman who fears love after a painful breakup in the past accidentally meets her first love for the first time in 10 years.

 

 

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