Following the success of his current drama, Love Scout, actor Lee Jun Hyuk is considering a lead role in tvN’s upcoming webtoon-based series, Lotto 1st Place Winner Goes to Work Too. This news comes after reports surfaced in Korean media on January 23 KST.
Lee Jun Hyuk Potentially Plays Lottery Winner and Office Worker
Lee Jun Hyuk’s agency, ACE FACTORY, confirmed that the actor received an offer to star in Lotto 1st Place Winner Goes to Work Too and is currently reviewing it. This potential role could see Lee Jun Hyuk returning to the corporate world, similar to his character in Love Scout, where he plays a CEO’s secretary.
Storyline of Lotto 1st Place Winner Goes to Work Too
The drama, based on a webtoon of the same name, tells the story of Gong Eun Tae, an ordinary salesperson who wins a huge lottery jackpot. Unlike most people who might quit their jobs after such a win, Gong Eun Tae chooses to continue working. He views the lottery winnings as a form of “mental insurance” that brings him peace of mind. The unexpected windfall becomes his motivation to work harder, navigate the daily challenges of office life, and maintain a positive outlook.
Lee Jun Hyuk’s Recent Role in Love Scout
This role could be a good fit for Lee Jun Hyuk, who has garnered praise for his portrayal of Yoo Eun Ho in Love Scout. In this romance drama, he plays the flawless secretary to CEO Kang Ji Yun (Han Ji Min). Yoo Eun Ho is depicted as a highly efficient worker who also manages his personal life as a single father. The developing romance between Yoo Eun Ho and Kang Ji Yun, who have contrasting personalities, forms a central part of the drama’s plot.
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Source: JTBC Entertainment News, SBS
