After portraying the role of a brilliant young lawyer in the TV drama series “Remember: War of the Son”, South Korean actor Yoo Seung Ho is up for next projects. According to reports, the actor was offered a role in a historical drama show.
The 23-year-old star was pitched to play the role of a crown prince in the upcoming drama series “Monarch: Owner of the Mask”, reports says. However, the actor has not yet confirmed if he will accept the offer.
“It is true that he received an offer to star in the drama. But it is only one out of the many offers he’s received. It is not yet confirmed but he is considering the role,” Yoo’s talent management agency San Entertainment stated as quoted by Soompi.
“Monarch: Owner of the Mask” unfolds the story of a crowned prince in 1700 who fought for the good of his people. According to a report by All Kpop, the shooting of the show is set to start by December this year and will be aired on SBS in February 2017.
Meanwhile, Yoong has also recently starred in the historical film “Seondal: The Man Who Sells the River” along with actors Yoo Seung Ho, Go Chang Suk, and EXO member Xiumin. In fact, the film became a blockbuster hit as it sold over a million tickets on its premiere night.
The actor started his career at a very early age when he starred in a cell phone commercial in 1999. He was known for his portrayals in “Blind” and “Operation Proposal”.