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Byeon Woo Seok to Star in New K-Drama with IU: A Romance That Will Capture K-Pop Fans' Hearts

K-drama fans can finally rejoice as breakout star Byeon Woo Seok is confirmed to lead a highly anticipated romance drama in 2025. The actor, known for his recent success in Lovely Runner, has landed a new major project that pairs him with none other than K-pop icon IU. This exciting announcement promises to captivate both K-drama and K-pop enthusiasts.

"Wife of a 21st Century Prince" Drama Details

Set to air on MBC, Wife of a 21st Century Prince (working title) will see Byeon Woo Seok play Lee Ahn, a prince who struggles with his royal identity. IU will take on the role of Sung Hee Joo, a chaebol heiress who controls a major Korean conglomerate but is still considered a commoner. The drama imagines a re-envisioned Korea as a constitutional monarchy, where the two characters' paths cross despite their contrasting social standings.

The plot follows the contrasting lives of the lead characters: Sung Hee Joo, wielding immense power as a corporate heiress, and Lee Ahn, who lacks any pride in his royal lineage. The drama will explore their unlikely connection, drawing audiences into a tale of star-crossed fate.

What’s Next for Byeon Woo Seok and IU?

Byeon Woo Seok has been making waves this year, notably with his cameo in No Gain No Love alongside Shin Min A and Kim Young Dae. He also performed at the 2024 MAMA Awards, where he wowed audiences with a live rendition of Lovely Runner's OST "Sudden Shower," and won the Favourite Global Trending Music Award.

IU, on the other hand, dazzled fans worldwide with her HEREH World Tour, earning prestigious accolades such as Stage of the Year and Best Solo Female at the 2024 Melon Music Awards. Additionally, she released her mini-album The Winning and is set to appear in the upcoming Netflix drama When Life Gives You Tangerines, alongside Park Bo Gum.

Wife of a 21st Century Prince is expected to air on MBC in the latter half of 2025, and fans can’t wait to see this star-studded pairing come to life on screen.