[Upcoming Drama 2025] Show Business, 쇼비지니스- Song Hye Kyo & Gong Yoo

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Drama: Show Business

Hangul: 쇼비지니스

Genre: romance, modern historical

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Director: Lee Yoon Jung (Coffee Prince, Golden Time, Heart to Heart, Cheese in the Trap, Argon, The Lies Within, Summer Strike)

Writer: Noh Hee Kyung (Goodbye, Solo, Worlds Within.., Padam Padam, That Winter, The Wind Blows, It's Alright, This Is Love, Dear My Friends, The Most Beautiful Goodbye, Live, Our Blues)

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Plot

 

“Show Business” explores South Korea’s rapidly growing entertainment industry in the post-Korean War era, focusing on the lives of stars on stage and the people who create those stars.

 

Cast

 

Song Hye Kyo as

Gong Yoo as

Seolhyun as

Lee Ha Nee as

 

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Song Hye Kyo In Talks To Reunite With Scriptwriter Of "That Winter, The Wind Blows"

Drama

Apr 01, 2024

by S Nam

Song Hye Kyo may be reuniting with scriptwriter Noh Hee Kyung on a new project!

On April 1, Xportsnews reported that Song Hye Kyo will be starring in a new project penned by Noh Hee Kyung. The two previously worked together in the 2008 drama “Worlds Within” and the 2013 drama “That Winter, The Wind Blows.”

In response to the reports, a source from Song Hye Kyo’s agency UAA shared, “We received the synopsis and project proposal from the production company of the new project. The actress is positively reviewing the offer.” If Song Hye Kyo accepts, this will be her third time working with writer Noh Hee Kyung.

According to the reports, Noh Hee Kyung’s new project is a modern historical drama that depicts the realistic scenes of people in the broadcasting industry. The drama will capture the passion of the people who passed through a turbulent historical tunnel and experienced the birth of South Korea’s entertainment industry.

Noh Hee Kyung previously penned “Lie” (literal title), “Beautiful Than a Flower,” “Dear My Friends,” “Our Blues,” and more. Song Hye Kyo is currently filming for her new movie “Dark Nuns” (literal translation), which is a spin off of Kang Dong Won’s hit 2015 film “The Priests.”

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1652316wpp/song-hye-kyo-in-talks-to-reunite-with-scriptwriter-of-that-winter-the-wind-blows

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Song Hye Kyo in discussion to reunite in a new K-drama with "That Winter, the Wind Blows" writer

by lo_ve, April 1, 2024

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Song Hye Kyo is in talks to lead a new K-drama that will be penned by That Winter, the Wind Blows writer.

On April 1, various media outlets reported that Song Hye Kyo will work with writer Noh Hee Kyung for the third time. 

Song Hye Kyo's side responded to the casting reports. According to UAA, "It is true that we received the synopsis and proposal from the production company of the upcoming K-drama. We are positively reviewing it."

The upcoming K-drama will be a modern historical series that will showcase the happenings in the entertainment industry. The K-drama will revolve around people who went through a historical tunnel and experienced the reality of South Korea's broadcast industry. 

The new K-drama will be penned by Noh Hee Kyung who is known for creating the K-dramas Our Blues, Live, Dear My Friends, It's Okay, That's Love, and more. 

If Song Hye Kyo decides to join the new K-drama, this will be her third time working with the writer. The two last collaborated in the 2013 series That Winter, the Wind Blows. They also worked in the 2008 K-drama The World That They Live In.

 

 

This upcoming K-drama will possibly be her follow-up K-drama project after the hit Netflix original K-drama The Glory. She will also make a special cameo appearance in the upcoming K-drama Everything Will Come True to support writer  Kim Eun Sook.

Aside from K-dramas, Song Hye Kyo will also make a grand comeback in the upcoming movie Dark Nuns with Jeon Yeo Been, Lee Jin Wook, Heo Joon Ho, and Moon Woo Jin.

Song Hye Kyo is known for leading hit K-dramas such as The Glory, Descendants of the Sun, That Winter, the Wind Blows, The World That They Live In, Full House, and more.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/song-hye-kyo-in-discussion-to-reunite-in-a-new-k-drama-with-that-winter-the-wind-blows-writer

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Gong Yoo Joins Song Hye Kyo In Talks For New Drama By "Coffee Prince" Director And "That Winter, The Wind Blows" Scriptwriter

Drama

Apr 24, 2024

by M Lim

Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo may be starring in a new drama together!

On April 24, it was reported that Gong Yoo is in discussions to take on the lead role in a new project penned by acclaimed scriptwriter No Hee Kyung. Previously, it was revealed that Song Hye Kyo is positively in talks to also star in the drama.

In response to the report, a representative from Gong Yoo’s agency Management SOOP shared, “It is true that Gong Yoo has received an offer for No Hee Kyung’s new project. He is currently reviewing it.”

According to reports, Noh Hee Kyung’s new project is a modern historical drama that depicts the realistic scenes of people in the broadcasting industry. The drama will capture the passion of the people who passed through a turbulent historical tunnel and experienced the birth of South Korea’s entertainment industry.

Noh Hee Kyung previously penned “It’s Okay, That’s Love,” “Dear My Friends,” “Our Blues,” and more. She has also previously collaborated with Song Hye Kyo in the 2008 drama “Worlds Within” and the 2013 drama “That Winter, The Wind Blows.”

Meanwhile, director Lee Yoon Jung, recognized for her successful works such as “Coffee Prince,” “Cheese in the Trap,” and “The Lies Within,” will take the helm.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1656926wpp/gong-yoo-joins-song-hye-kyo-in-talks-for-new-drama-by-coffee-prince-director-and-that-winter-the-wind-blows-scriptwriter

 

 

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News bites: April 24, 2024

by tccolb

• Despite not revealing a title yet, my anticipation is alarmingly high for writer Noh Hee-kyung’s (Our Blues) newest project, which now has Gong Yoo (The Silent Sea) reviewing an offer to join Song Hye-gyo (The Glory). As a period series, the story will be diving into the history behind South Korea’s entertainment industry with PD Lee Yoon-jung (Summer Strike) attached to direct – the same Lee who worked with Gong Yoo in Coffee Prince. [Dispatch, News1]

https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/04/news-bites-april-24-2024/

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New Drama Gong Yoo And Song Hye Kyo Are In Talks For Comments On Reports Of Production Costs

Drama

Apr 25, 2024

by S Kim

Studio Dragon, the production company of the new drama Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo are in talks for, has responded to the reports of production costs.

On April 25, a media outlet reported that the production cost of writer Noh Hee Kyung’s new project is at least 3 billion won (approximately $2.2 million) per episode, and the total production cost for 20 to 24 episodes is nearly 80 billion won (approximately $58,2 million).

In response to the report, Studio Dragon stated, “[The drama] is still in the early stages of planning, so the production cost has not been decided. Casting and [the number of] episodes are all undecided.”

According to reports, Noh Hee Kyung’s new project is a modern historical drama that depicts the realistic scenes of people in the broadcasting industry. The drama will capture the passion of the people who passed through a turbulent historical tunnel and experienced the birth of South Korea’s entertainment industry.

Noh Hee Kyung previously penned “It’s Okay, That’s Love,” “Dear My Friends,” “Our Blues,” and more. She has also previously collaborated with Song Hye Kyo in the 2008 drama “Worlds Within” and the 2013 drama “That Winter, The Wind Blows.”

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1657082wpp/new-drama-gong-yoo-and-song-hye-kyo-are-in-talks-for-comments-on-reports-of-production-costs

 

 

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Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo in Talks to Star in a New K-Drama

by Lily Alice, April 25, 2024

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Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo have received offers to appear in writer No Hee Kyung's upcoming drama. Both the Hallyu stars are currently reviewing their offers.

Gong Yoo's agency, Management Soop, stated, "We have received an offer for No Hee Kyung's new work and are currently reviewing it." Actress Song Hye Kyo has also not confirmed her casting yet.

 

 

Noh's new work is known to be a period drama set against the backdrop of the broadcasting industry. Director Lee Yoon Jung will be helming. 

If Gong Yoo accepts the offer, he will reunite with director Lee Yoon Jung 17 years after Coffee Prince.

Gong Yoo is gearing up for the release of the Netflix original series The Trunk. Song Hye Kyo's horror K-movie Dark Nuns is also much awaited. 

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/gong-yoo-and-song-hye-kyo-in-talks-to-star-in-a-new-k-drama

 

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Seolhyun Joins Gong Yoo And Song Hye Kyo In Talks For New Drama By “Our Blues” Writer

Drama

Jun 13, 2024

by M Lim

Seolhyun may be joining Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo in an exciting new drama together!

On June 13, it was reported that Seolhyun had been cast in the new drama “Show Business” (working title).

In response to the report, a representative from Seolhyun’s agency IEUM HASHTAG shared, “Seolhyun has received an offer to appear in Noh Hee Kyung’s new project ‘Show Business’ and is currently reviewing it.”

Penned by acclaimed scriptwriter No Hee Kyung of “It’s Okay, That’s Love,” “That Winter, The Wind Blows,” and “Our Blues,” “Show Business” explores South Korea’s rapidly growing entertainment industry in the post-Korean War era, focusing on the lives of stars on stage and the people who create those stars.

Previously, it was revealed that Song Hye Kyo and Gong Yoo are also in talks to star in the drama.

Director Lee Yoon Jung, recognized for her successful works such as “Coffee Prince,” “Cheese in the Trap,” and “The Lies Within,” will take the helm. Director Lee previously collaborated with Seolhyun in her 2022 drama “Summer Strike.”

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1667887wpp/seolhyun-joins-gong-yoo-and-song-hye-kyo-in-talks-for-new-drama-by-our-blues-writer

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AOA's Kim Seol Hyun will reportedly join Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo's upcoming K-drama

by lo_ve, June 13, 2024

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AOA's Kim Seol Hyun will reportedly join hands with Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo in a new K-drama that renowned writer Noh Hee Kyung will helm.

On June 13, an exclusive report from media outlet Sports DongA shared that Kim Seol Hyun will be one of the leads of the upcoming K-drama titled Show Business (working title). She will work alongside top stars Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo in the series. According to reports, Kim Seol Hyun is already in the final process of accepting the casting offer. 

Meanwhile, Kim Seol Hyun's agency IEUM HASHTAG has not yet responded to the exclusive report.

If Kim Seol Hyun confirms her casting, this will be her second upcoming K-drama. The idol actress will also join the upcoming series Light Shop with Ju Ji Hoon, Park Bo Young, Bae Sung Woo, Uhm Tae Goo, and Lee Jung Eun. 

Kim Seol Hyun was last seen in the 2022 K-drama Summer Strike. She worked alongside ZE: A's Yim Si Wan, Shin Eun Soo, a.mond, Park Ye Young, and Kwak Min Gyoo. 

She started her career in 2012 as a member of the FNC Entertainment girl group AOA. In the same year, she also began acting and appeared in Seo Yeong, My Daughter. Currently, Seol Hyun is more active as an actress.

 

The upcoming K-drama Show Business is a period K-drama that is set in the background from the 1950s to the 1980s. It will showcase the show business world that rapidly grew after the Korean War. It will also reveal the story of a star on stage and the people that help the star to shine. 

The upcoming K-drama will be the joint work of director Lee Yoon Jung (The Lies Within, Cheese in the Trap, Coffee Prince,) and writer Noh Hee Kyung (Our Blues, Dear My Friends, It's Okay, That's Love, That Winter, the Wind Blows, and The World That They Live In). Studio Dragon will produce the upcoming series. 

This will possibly be the reunion of Kim Seol Hyun and director Lee Yoon Jung. The two worked together two years ago through the K-drama Summer Strike. 

Meanwhile, Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo first received the casting offers. The top stars are still discussing appearing in the series. 

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/aoa-s-kim-seol-hyun-will-reportedly-join-gong-yoo-and-song-hye-kyo-s-upcoming-k-drama

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News bites: June 13, 2024

by tccolb

 

Casting continues for writer Noh Hee-kyung’s (Our Blues) new period series, which finally has a working title: Show Business. With an offer now out to Seolhyun (Summer Strike), she’ll potentially to be joining Song Hye-gyo (The Glory) and Gong Yoo (The Silent Sea) who are still in talks. Directed by PD Lee Yoon-jung (Summer Strike), the story will be exploring the emerging music industry in the aftermath of the Korean War. [Xports News]

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2024/06/news-bites-june-13-2024/

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Seolhyun in talks to join Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo in Show Business; will reunite with Summer Strike director

Summer Strike actress Seolhyun is gearing up for her next K-drama. Reportedly, she will star in Show Business, a modern historical piece starring Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo.

By Moupriya Banerjee

Updated on Jun 13, 2024

 

 

Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo are ready to showcase their on-screen synergy in a new modern historical drama titled Show Business. The latest report says, joining them is Seolhyun, known for Summer Strike. This will also mark her highly-anticipated small-screen return in 2 years.

Seolhyun in talks to join Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo in Show Business by Summer Strike director

On June 13, a Korean media outlet reported that Seolhyun is making final adjustments to star in Show Business. According to broadcasting officials, the actress will have an opportunity to revitalize her singing career through this drama.

Though many details about her character haven’t been disclosed yet, she is expected to portray a singer’s role as the narrative focuses on the same storyline.

In addition, if confirmed, Seolhyun will reunite with Summer Strike director Lee Yoon Jung in this drama as he is confirmed to helm Show Business.

More about Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo-led modern historical drama Show Business

Previously, reports emerged saying that Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo would join forces for Show Business. Shortly after, their respective agencies confirmed saying that both the stars have received offers to lead the drama.

This talented collaboration is expected to create a new box-office hit and fans can’t wait to witness the on-screen chemistry between the evergreen Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo.

 

Show Business is a modern historical drama set in the backdrop of the early entertainment industry in South Korea. The story revolves around singers who sang in the 8th U.S. Army and their stories to rise as people’s stars.

This drama is expected to deliver immense insights into the rapidly growing show business and its contribution to the economic boost in South Korea after the Korean War in the 50s.

The screenplay of this drama has been penned by celebrated screenwriter Noh Hee Kyung, known for Our Blues, Dear My Friends, That Winter, The Wind Blows, and more popular K-dramas. Joining her is director Lee Yoon Jung, who has worked on Summer Strike, Cheese in the Trap, Coffee Prince, and more.

According to reports, Show Business is in discussion to release an OTT platform.

 

https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/seolhyun-in-talks-to-join-gong-yoo-and-song-hye-kyo-in-show-business-will-reunite-with-summer-strike-director-1316294

 

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Lee Ha Nee in talks to join Song Hye Kyo and Gong Yoo in a new K-drama

by lo_ve, July 15, 2024

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Lee Ha Nee will reportedly join hands with Song Hye Kyo and Gong Yoo in a new K-drama by writer Noh Hee Kyung.

According to various media outlets on July 15, Lee Ha Nee has been chosen to join the cast of the upcoming K-drama Show Business. The K-drama was first offered to Song Hye Kyo, Gong Yoo, and AOA's Kim Seol Hyun. They are all reviewing the casting offer. 

Meanwhile, Lee Ha Nee's side hasn't given their statement regarding the casting news yet. 

Before Lee Ha Nee stars in Show Business, the actress will first appear in the upcoming K-dramas Aema, The Fiery Priest Season 2, and possibly be Klaus 47. 

This year, Lee Ha Nee returned to K-dramas with the hit MBC series Knight Flower. She worked alongside Lee Jong Won, Lee Ki Woo, Kim Sang Joong, Park Se Hyun, and Woo Kang Min.

She also starred in the hit movie Alienoid: Return to the Future with Ryu Jun Yeol, Kim Tae Ri, Kim Woo Bin, Yeom Jung Ah, and Jo Woo Jin. 

Lee Ha Nee is known for starring in the K-dramas One the Woman, The Fiery Priest, Rebel: Thief Who Stole the People, Please Come Back, Mister, Pasta, and more.

 

 

The upcoming K-drama Show Business will be the next work of director Lee Yoon Jung (The Lies Within, Cheese in the Trap, Coffee Prince,) and writer Noh Hee Kyung (Our Blues, Dear My Friends, It's Okay, That's Love, That Winter, the Wind Blows, and The World That They Live In). Studio Dragon will produce the upcoming series. 

It will reveal the happenings and growth of the show business world after the Korean War. It will also reveal the story of a star on stage and the people that help the star to shine. It will be a period K-drama that is set in the background from the 1950s to the 1980s.

There are no details yet on the character that was offered to Lee Ha Nee. 

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/lee-ha-nee-in-talks-to-join-song-hye-kyo-and-gong-yoo-in-a-new-k-drama