Fans of Kang Full, the acclaimed webtoon writer behind the hit series Moving, have something to look forward to in 2024. His latest work, Light Shop, is being adapted into a fantasy drama with a stellar cast of actors, including Park Bo Young, Ju Ji Hoon, Lee Jung Eun, Bae Seong Woo, and more.
Light Shop tells the stories of various people who are drawn to a mysterious light shop at the end of a dark alley. There, they encounter the shopkeeper, Jung Won Young (played by Ju Ji Hoon), who offers them a chance to change their fate. However, the price they have to pay may be more than they bargained for.
The drama will explore the themes of life, death, and destiny, as well as the human emotions of love, hate, regret, and hope. It will also feature elements of fantasy, mystery, and thriller, as the characters face the consequences of their choices and actions.
Park Bo Young, who is known for her roles in Strong Girl Do Bong Soon and Oh My Ghost, will play Kwon Youngji, a nurse who has a special ability to communicate with her patients. She becomes involved in a complicated relationship with Jung Won Young, who is hiding a dark secret.
Lee Jung Eun, who won international recognition for her role in Parasite, will play Jung Yuhee, a mother who is desperate to save her son from a terminal illness. She visits the light shop in hopes of finding a miracle, but ends up in a dilemma.
Bae Seong Woo, who has shown his versatility in films like Veteran and The King, will play Yang Sung Sik, a police officer who is investigating a series of mysterious deaths related to the light shop. He is determined to uncover the truth behind the shop and its owner.
The drama will also feature a talented ensemble of supporting actors, such as Uhm Tae Goo, Kim Seol Hyun, Kim Min Ha, Park Hyuk Kwon, Kim Dae Myung, Shin Eun Soo, Kim Sung Hwa, and Kim Ki Hae. They will portray various characters who visit the light shop for different reasons and encounter different outcomes.
Light Shop is directed by Kim Hiewon, who has worked on dramas like The Crowned Clown and The Good Detective. The screenplay is written by Kang Full himself, who is also the original creator of the webtoon. Kang Full is one of the most popular and influential webtoon writers in Korea, who has also created works like Moving, Trace, and Moss.
Moving, which was adapted into a drama in 2023, was a huge success both domestically and internationally. It won six awards at the 2023 Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards, including Best Creative, Best Lead Actor, Best Writer, Best Newcomer Actor and Actress, and Best Visual Effects. It also received rave reviews from critics and viewers for its captivating story, impressive visuals, and superb acting.
Light Shop is expected to be another masterpiece from Kang Full, who has proven his skills in creating engaging and original stories. The drama is scheduled to air sometime in 2024, and fans are eagerly anticipating the premiere. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project.
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