Actress Hyeri is considering the lead role in the upcoming romantic drama Dreaming of You, written by the screenwriter of Doom at Your Service. The drama explores love and personal growth across different life stages, with Hwang In Yeop also in talks for the male lead.
Hyeri in Talks for Lead Role After Lee Yoo Miโs Exit
Hyeri, known for her roles in Reply 1988 and My Roommate Is a Gumiho, is currently reviewing an offer to play the female lead in Dreaming of You. This comes after actress Lee Yoo Mi (from Squid Game and All of Us Are Dead) reportedly stepped away from the project for undisclosed reasons.
If Hyeri accepts, this will mark her return to romantic dramas following her recent appearance in Friendly Rivalry. The production team has not yet confirmed the final cast, but industry reports suggest Hwang In Yeop (True Beauty, The Sound of Magic) is being considered for the male lead role.
“Both Hyeri and Hwang In Yeop are still reviewing their offers. No official confirmations have been made yet,” said a representative from the dramaโs production team.
Plot Details: A Love Story Spanning Decades
Dreaming of You is a romantic comedy that follows the intertwined lives of two individuals at different stages of their personal journeys. The story centers on Lee Jae, a passionate and ambitious reporter in her teenage years who later faces disillusionment in her twenties. By her thirties, she feels stuck in a mundane routine, questioning whether she is truly living or just surviving.
On the other hand, Su Bin, a film director, starts his life under strict parental control. In his twenties, he breaks free to pursue his own dreams, eventually achieving success in his thirties. The drama explores themes of self-discovery, ambition, and love across different phases of life.
The script is penned by Im Me Ri, who previously worked on Doom at Your Service and The Beauty Inside. Her writing often focuses on deep emotional conflicts and character-driven storytelling.
Hwang In Yeopโs Potential Role
If Hwang In Yeop accepts the offer, he will play Su Bin, the determined filmmaker who evolves from a controlled teenager to a self-made professional. His character contrasts with Hyeriโs Lee Jae, whose journey involves rediscovering her lost passion.
Hwang has gained popularity for his roles in youth-oriented dramas, and this project could showcase his versatility in a more mature romance.
Production and Release Updates
The drama is still in pre-production, with filming expected to begin later this year. No official release date has been announced, but industry insiders speculate a 2026 premiere.
Fans of both Hyeri and Hwang In Yeop have expressed excitement about the potential pairing.
“Hyeri and Hwang In Yeop would be an amazing duo! Her expressive acting and his intense presence would create great chemistry,” wrote a fan on social media.
Hyeriโs Recent Projects
Hyeri has been selective with her roles since her breakout performance in Reply 1988. Her recent drama Friendly Rivalry received positive reviews, proving her ability to handle both comedy and emotional depth.
If she joins Dreaming of You, it will be her first major romance project since My Roommate Is a Gumiho in 2021.
Whatโs Next for the Cast?
While Hyeri and Hwang In Yeop finalize their decisions, Lee Yoo Miโs departure remains unexplained. Some speculate scheduling conflicts, but no official statement has been released.
The production team aims to finalize casting soon, with more updates expected in the coming weeks.
Credits: Reports from Sports World, SBS, X+U, and Hauterrfly.
