Lee Jae Wook is challenging himself with his first dual role in the upcoming KBS2 drama “Last Summer,” where he plays twin brothers with opposite personalities. The actor recently shared his thoughts on this new challenge and what drew him to the project, which is set to premiere in November 2025.
Lee Jae Wook’s Reason for Choosing “Last Summer”
Lee Jae Wook revealed that the script for “Last Summer” immediately captured his interest. He explained that the story provided a sense of emotional comfort that resonated with him personally.
“As I read the script, I felt emotionally healed and surrounded by warmth. I wanted to portray those emotions through my character,” Lee Jae Wook shared.
The drama follows the story of childhood friends Baek Do Ha and Song Ha Kyung, played by Choi Sung Eun, whose relationship undergoes significant changes after a pivotal incident two years earlier. Lee Jae Wook described his character Baek Do Ha as “optimistic, bright, and determined—someone who always pursues and achieves what he sets his mind to.”
Understanding the Twin Brothers’ Characters
Lee Jae Wook will portray both Baek Do Ha and his twin brother Baek Do Young in the drama. The brothers have lived apart since their parents’ divorce, with Do Ha growing up in the United States and Do Young remaining in South Korea. According to the plot, Do Ha visits Korea every summer for 21 days, staying in a duplex house with his father and brother.
The actor discussed his approach to playing these two distinct characters, noting that he focused on highlighting their contrasting personalities. He selected “initiative,” “drive,” and “delicacy” as the key words that best capture Baek Do Ha’s character.
“I reflected a lot on my own and discussed it extensively with the director. I approached the two characters by highlighting the differences between Do Ha’s optimism and Do Young’s idealism,” Lee Jae Wook commented.
The Story and Setting of “Last Summer”
“Last Summer” is described as a romance drama that centers on childhood friends uncovering the long-buried truth about their first love. Baek Do Ha works as a gifted architect and head of Pluto Atelier, while Choi Sung Eun’s character Song Ha Kyung is a government official in the architecture division who has dreamed of leaving her hometown of Patan.
Despite sharing a 17-year friendship, a fateful incident two years ago drove Do Ha and Ha Kyung apart. The story picks up as Do Ha returns to Patan for unknown reasons, where their paths cross again. The drama will explore the process of these two characters gradually reopening to each other and addressing unresolved feelings from their past.
Production Details and Release Schedule
“Last Summer” is directed by Min Yeon Hong, with writing by Jeon Yoo Ri. The drama is scheduled to premiere on November 1, 2025, at 9:20 p.m. KST on KBS2. It will consist of 12 episodes airing on Saturday and Sunday nights, with the final episode set for December 7, 2025.
The production replaces “Walking On Thin Ice” in KBS2’s weekend time slot. The drama is produced by Monster Union and Slingshot Studio.
What to Expect from the Drama
Lee Jae Wook hinted at the core appeal of “Last Summer,” emphasizing the character development and emotional journey viewers can anticipate. He described the drama as being about “time, seasons, and people all growing together” and noted that the heart of the story lies in watching Do Ha and Ha Kyung slowly let their guards down.
“The heart of the story lies in the process of Do Ha and Ha Kyung gradually opening up to each other,” the actor said, adding that “Last Summer” is a drama about time, seasons, and people all growing together. It’s a story you’ll want to hold on to, so I hope many viewers give it their love and support.”
The drama will incorporate the theme of architecture through the characters’ professions, with the production team promising that it will “offer fresh appeal through the unique theme of architecture and rich storylines involving the supporting characters.”
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