The wait is finally over for fans of the beloved Love Alarm pair. Song Kang and Kim So Hyun are officially set to star together again in a new MBC romance drama called White Scandal. The news was confirmed on August 25, 2026, by the broadcast network MBC, putting an end to months of speculation and excitement. This project marks their first on-screen reunion in five years, following their previous collaboration in the Netflix hit series Love Alarm.
The two actors, who played the young couple Hwang Sun Oh and Kim Jo Jo in Love Alarm, are now taking on more mature roles. This time, they are not just high school students navigating a love triangle. They are playing adults with complicated pasts, dark secrets, and a fake relationship that might just turn into something real.
MBC Officially Announces the Casting
On August 25, MBC officially put out a statement confirming the casting of Song Kang and Kim So Hyun for their upcoming Friday-Saturday drama. The production team behind White Scandal includes some big names. The drama is planned by Yoon Hong Mi, directed by Kim Cheol Gyu, and written by Kim Ga Eun. The production is being handled by Ghost Studio and Web Creative.
The drama is based on a popular webtoon of the same name. The story revolves around two main characters who are both struggling with their own personal issues. They decide to start a fake relationship to fool the world, but this setup forces them to face the painful secrets from their past.
What is ‘White Scandal’ About? A Fake Romance with Dark Secrets
The drama follows Dan Yi Hyuk, played by Song Kang, and Ji Eun Seol, played by Kim So Hyun. Dan Yi Hyuk is not just a top actor in South Korea; he is also a third-generation chaebol heir. However, he does not want to become the successor of his family’s business empire. He was born as the illegitimate son of a wealthy family and has spent his whole life pretending to be the person his grandfather wanted him to be. He lives a double life: a top star in front of the camera and a cold chaebol grandson away from it. He is desperate to escape the succession battle within his family.
Ji Eun Seol, on the other hand, is a former child actress whose career fell from grace after a terrible incident. She was once a promising and loved actress during her childhood, but now she works as a manager while still holding on to her dream of acting. Her life takes a turn when she reunites with Dan Yi Hyuk, who was at the center of the incident that ruined her past.
The two characters begin a fake relationship to deceive the world. As they pretend to be a couple, they start to uncover long-buried secrets and heal the wounds from their past. This is described as a “mutual salvation romance,” where both characters help each other overcome their struggles.
A Mature Reunion After ‘Love Alarm’
This reunion is especially exciting because Song Kang and Kim So Hyun previously showed amazing chemistry in the Netflix series Love Alarm. They starred together in Season 1 in 2019 and Season 2 in 2021. In that show, they played characters in a fresh, youthful romance. Now, they are returning with a much deeper emotional story.
A report from OSEN noted that the duo, who previously portrayed a fresh young romance, now transform into characters grappling with past wounds, delivering deeper emotional layers. This shift from a light-hearted teen romance to a complex adult drama is one of the main reasons fans are so eager to watch White Scandal.
The Powerhouse Team Behind the Drama
White Scandal is not just about its star cast. The production team is equally impressive, which has raised expectations for the drama’s quality. The director, Kim Cheol Gyu, is known for his outstanding work on critically acclaimed dramas like Mother, Flower of Evil, and Celebrity. His ability to handle different genres and create deep emotional stories makes him a perfect fit for this project.
The script is being written by Kim Ga Eun, who previously wrote Call It Love. She is known for creating nuanced emotional arcs, which suggests that the dialogue and character development in White Scandal will be top-notch.
Fan Reactions: Excitement and High Hopes
The news of this reunion has created a wave of excitement among K-drama fans around the world. Social media platforms have been buzzing with reactions since the confirmation.
Many fans are thrilled because they did not get the ending they wanted for the characters in Love Alarm. Comments on social media reflect this joy. One fan wrote, “Exactly the world needs a drama where Song Kang and Kim So-hyun actually end up together this time!” Another simply said, “YES PLEASEEEE”. The excitement is so high that one fan declared, “LOVE ALARM NATION WE ARE SO BACK guess my heart is ready to get hurt by them again”.
On the Chinese platform Weibo, the reunion angle trended within hours of the news breaking. Fans are looking forward to seeing the two actors in a more mature setting. There is a strong feeling among the audience that this pairing brings a sense of comfort and stability, unlike the stimulating or intense pairings often seen in other dramas.
Song Kang’s Return After Military Service
This new drama is also significant for Song Kang as it marks one of his first major projects after completing his mandatory military service. He enlisted on April 2, 2024, and was discharged on October 1, 2025. His return to the small screen is highly anticipated, as he rose to international fame through popular dramas like Sweet Home, Nevertheless, and Navillera.
In a 2021 press conference, Song Kang spoke about how he chooses his projects. He stated:
“When I am considering different pieces, I try to find the ones that are entertaining, first of all, from the audience’s viewpoint and ones that are meaningful. Going forward, I would love to show you new and different sides of me.”
White Scandal seems to fit this description perfectly, as it offers a more complex character for him to portray.
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Kim So Hyun’s Continued Success
Kim So Hyun is also coming off a series of successful projects. She has consistently delivered strong performances in dramas like Good Boy (2025), My Lovely Liar (2023), River Where the Moon Rises (2021), and The Tale of Nokdu (2019). Her ability to portray a wide range of emotions makes her the perfect choice for the role of Ji Eun Seol, a character who has suffered a significant downfall.
The drama is scheduled to begin filming soon. While an official broadcast date has not been announced yet, the drama is expected to air on MBC’s Friday-Saturday slot.
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