In a surprise talk on V app, Joo Won candidly answered questions about his upcoming drama series "My Sassy Girl."
According to Soompi, the actor reportedly said the story of pre-produced drama is different from the original "My Sassy Girl." Joo Won said, "It's a completely different story from the original. You'll know when you watch it."
He added that the new "My Sassy Girl" will revolve around the love story of a princess and a scholar. Joo Won also revealed he is currently caught up with the filming of the upcoming drama.
"These days, I'm mainly filming. I will most likely spend the end of this year and beginning of the next like this as well," the actor said.
Reports stated the new "My Sassy Girl" is set in the Joseon Dynasty period. Joo Won takes the role of Gyun Woo, while Oh Yeon Seo will play as Princess Hyemyung. The SBS drama is based on popular movie "My Sassy Girl," starring Jun Ji Hyun and Cha Tae Hyun.
Joo Won was confirmed to play the lead role on "My Sassy Girl" drama series in March, according to Koreaboo. Despite his commendable acting, many netizens doubted Joo Won is the perfect actor to play the role.
Most of them pointed out how Jun Ji Hyun and Cha Tae Hyun did a great job in the movie, which made the original "My Sassy Girl" popular not only in South Korea but also in other Asian countries like Japan, China, Taiwan, Philippines, Hong Kong among others.
"The movie is such a legend that it's just going to be compared. Even if he does well he won't be able to top the original," a commenter posted. Another one said, "The original movie is so strong that no matter who does the remake they won't be too welcomed."
Further reports claimed "My Sassy Girl" will be Joo Won's last project before he serves the mandatory military service. In addition, the upcoming drama reportedly will air simultaneously in South Korea, Japan and China in 2017.
