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PSJ is reviewing the script, casting is unconfirmed.

Do we know if "special appearance" just means a cameo or could it mean a guest arc? Like with cameo I'm thinking just a couple of scenes at most, but guest a bit more like having an arc in 1-2 episodes.

MKY and CHW spotted filming already:
https://x.com/kayoungvisuals/status/1813040176878207405

He will be discharged in September and is currently reviewing the offer to appear in the new drama 'Donggung Palace' opposite Roh Yoon-seo.

First Love in the Big City, now this? Really happy we're getting more mature gay romance dramas, that aren't all fluff, but actually authentic portrayals of gay life. Love the international approach, too.

The drama will have a total of 18 episodes, split into two seasons (not a total of 9 as this article says).

2025, date TBA.

The webtoon the drama is adapted from. Apparently part of the reason she rejects him when he first confesses is that she finds out he's younger than her.

Oooh, Woo Do-hwan is in the cast as well. I assume he'll shoot this before Bloodhounds 2?

Him being younger than her is a plot point. Their work dynamic will be a source of comedy, He has the job despite being so young because he's the chaebol heir who will inherit the store.

I'm really trying with this, but Suzy's acting is bad and she has no romantic chemistry with Lee Jong-suk.

I assume this will get a different English title? Maybe they're waiting for the global OTT.

Oh, I don't agree at all. Kayoung looks great for her age.

Not sure what your point is, but yes it's a noona drama.

Probably not. Looks like Disney+ will release it globally. Which is not great, because other than Moving, their dramas don't usually have a high profile. I can't believe Netflix didn't fight for this after QOT was such a massive success for them.

Already watching this for FL, ML & SML, but Wonjung is a bonus 😍

It's still on the 2024-25 production schedule for Studio Dragon, but they need someone to not reject it as they obviously can't start production without a proper cast. It's an expensive project with a high-profile director, so they will also need high-profile leads to accept the project.

Can't wait to see Hyunwook as ML! I'm sure he and his team have chosen the part well, as always. I'm happy he feels ready to graduate from high school roles only and to take on his first proper lead role!

Yeah, I'm not worried. We know virtually nothing other than the info posted in the article confirming the casting. The director wouldn't have cast them if he didn't think they were right for the parts. Besides, ML is supposed to give off a youthful vibe, and it's a plot point that he's younger than FL, which will probably be used to comedic effect in the office setting.

I like Kim Sohyun. Happy to get this little treat before she's back with Good Boy in November. 💛