Korean A-listers Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo are set to star in a new drama titled “Slowly, Intensely,” sending fans into a frenzy.
Here’s a breakdown of the exciting news:
Dream Team Confirmed: The powerhouse duo of Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo will headline the upcoming drama. This marks their first on-screen collaboration, and netizens are thrilled about their combined star power and talent.
A Nostalgic Journey: “Slowly, Intensely” dives into the world of South Korean broadcasting during the 1960s and 1970s. The drama promises to depict the lives of stars and the幕後功臣 (mù hóu gōng chén – behind-the-scenes contributors) who helped them shine.
Renowned Storyteller: Acclaimed screenwriter Noh Hee Kyung pens the script. This is Song Hye Kyo’s third collaboration with Noh, following “Worlds Within” (2008) and “That Winter, The Wind Blows” (2013).
Reunited Director and Actor: For Gong Yoo, “Slowly, Intensely” offers a reunion with director Lee Yoon Jung, who helmed the hit drama “Coffee Prince” (2007) where Gong Yoo played the lead role.
High-Budget Production: The 22-episode series boasts a massive production budget exceeding 70 billion KRW (approximately 47.7 million USD). Filming began in January 2025, and the drama is expected to be released on Netflix later this year.
Korean netizens couldn’t contain their excitement upon hearing the news. Here’s a glimpse into their reactions:
“Wow… Song Hye Kyo + Gong Yoo… This is the ultimate combination of visuals and acting skills. The hottest one-two punch in terms of acting from the most talked-about dramas in the past year—this is a must-watch!”
“A drama set in the broadcasting industry of the ’60s and ’70s… so it’s after the events of ‘Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born,’ which just ended recently…”*
“He only works with top-tier screenwriters. It’s Gong Yoo’s first time with Noh Hee Kyung, but considering he’s worked with Kim Eun Sook and now Noh Hee Kyung… Maybe it’s because even if the project fails, it wouldn’t damage his reputation.”
“This is one of the dramas I’m most looking forward to in 2025! I never miss a project from Song Hye Kyo.”
“‘Slowly, Intently’… even the drama’s title feels profound.”
“‘Worlds Within’ was my life-changing drama, so being able to see the Noh Hee Kyung + Song Hye Kyo combo again is amazing.”
“I love Noh Hee Kyung’s work, and with Gong Yoo and Song Hye Kyo starring? I’m really excited—it’s clearly a big production!”
“Oh, I’m so excited! I can’t wait to see Gong Yoo’s kind smile again.”
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