Exciting news for K-drama fans! Byun Woo Seok (Moonshine) and Kim Hye Yoon (Snowdrop) have been confirmed as the leads in tvN’s upcoming drama “Carry Sun Jae And Run.” This show promises a mix of romance and fantasy with a time travel twist.
“Carry Sun Jae And Run” Kdrama tells the story of Ryu Sun Jae (played by Byun Woo Seok), a celebrated celebrity with good looks, immense talent, and undeniable charm. Despite his outward success, the burdens of his celebrity life lead to a tragic early end. However, a girl named Im Sol (portrayed by Kim Hye Yoon) who mysteriously finds herself thrown back in time, decides to save him from his tragic fate.
Im Sol was an ardent fan of Ryu Sun Jae. She was forced to abandon her dreams due to an accident in her youth. Her lifeline becomes Ryu Sun Jae’s music, which brings her solace during her ordinary days. One day, she gets an unexpected opportunity to travel 15 years into the past. There she meets the 19 year old Ryu Sun Jae. She decides to change his fate.
Based on the captivating web novel “The Best of Tomorrow,” the drama’s script is penned by the talented Lee Si Eun, known for her work on the popular drama “True Beauty.”
This synopsis reminds me of an upcoming Netflix K-drama titled “A Time Called You,” which also features a similar time-slip concept. In the new drama, we’ll see Ahn Hyo Seop and Jeon Yeo Been taking on the main roles.
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The premise also draws parallels to Kim Hye Yoon’s breakthrough Korean drama, “Extraordinary You,” where she strives to alter her fate to unite with her love interest. Regardless, it’ll be intriguing to see what “Carry Sun Jae & Run” has in store for us.
“Carry Sun Jae and Run” is expected to air in 2024.