Seohyun and Ok Taec-yeon Ignite Fantasy Romance in KBS 2TV’s Upcoming Drama

KBS 2TV’s upcoming Wednesday-Thursday drama “The First Night with the Male Lead” has officially kicked off with a sizzling script reading session. This no-brakes romantic fantasy follows the story of a modern-day college student whose soul becomes trapped in a side character from a traditional romance novel—only to unexpectedly spend a night with the obsessive male lead, setting off a whirlwind plot detour unlike any other.

Excitement and anticipation crackled throughout the script reading room as the lead cast, including Seohyun (as Chah Seon-chaek), Ok Taec-yeon (as Ibeon), Kwon Hansol, Seo Beom-joon, and Ji Hye-won, brought their characters to life beside directors Lee Woong-hee and Kang Soo-yeon, and writer Jeon Seon-yeong.

Seohyun expertly embodied her role as a Gen Z student transported into a Joseon-era novel, delivering witty and vibrant dialogue with charisma and expressive gestures. Her performance promised a dynamic portrayal of a character adapting to a fantastical new world.

Ok Taec-yeon captivated the room with his portrayal of Ibeon, a cold and stoic nobleman hiding romantic intensity beneath a hardened exterior. His emotionally nuanced interactions with Seohyun added emotional depth to the script.

Other standouts included Kwon Hansol as the calm, contemplative heroine Jo Eun-ae; Seo Beom-joon as the warm and charming secondary male lead Jung Soo-kyeom; and Ji Hye-won, whose sharp and unpredictable delivery as the antagonist Dohwa-seon infused tension into the air.

This ensemble cast displayed remarkable chemistry from the start, with quick-paced banter and vibrant character dynamics fueling excitement for what’s to come. Viewers can look forward to expertly interwoven relationships and unexpected twists when the drama officially premieres on June 11 at 9:50 PM KST.

Following the session, Seohyun expressed her enthusiasm: “It’s simply so fun. Every moment is filled with interesting scenes.” Ok Taec-yeon shared, “The unraveling of events and relationships is really engaging,” further heightening curiosity about the series.

“The First Night with the Male Lead” promises to be a captivating fusion of romance, fantasy, and comedy — a must-watch addition to 2024’s K-drama lineup.