Lee Jung-hae and Shin Se-kyung, a fantasy visual combination... appearing in 'Love Virus' [Official]

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Actors Lee Jung-hae and Shin Se-kyung are set to work together.

According to CJ ENM STUDIOS and Studio Phoenix on the 1st, Lee Jung-hae and Shin Se-kyung will appear in the TVING original 'Love Virus' (script by Choi Soo-young and Nam In-young, directed by Kim Seok-yoon and Choi Bo-yoon).

'Love Virus' is a romance drama that tells the story of a couple in their ninth year of dating who are both experiencing their first love. To ensure they leave no lingering feelings for others before marriage, they decide to take a 'break time' by each meeting new people.

Known as an undisputed master of melodrama, Lee Jung-hae takes on the role of Ha Do-won, a capable lawyer and the longtime boyfriend of Kang Chae-rin (played by Shin Se-kyung). Born as the only son of a wealthy family, Ha Do-won is a six-sided man with no flaws in appearance, ability, or athleticism. He possesses a determined character that never gives up until his goals are achieved. Lee Jung-hae's transformation is expected to delicately portray the comfort and deep emotions from his long-term relationship with his first love, as well as the provocative tension created by the unconventional 'break time' setting, all while leaving behind the overwhelming popularity he has enjoyed.

Shin Se-kyung, who has proven her versatile acting range across genres as an irreplaceable public 'want-to-be,' will play Kang Chae-rin, a woman who has been Ha Do-won's (played by Lee Jung-hae) girlfriend since their first love and works as a dental hygienist. Kang Chae-rin gained fame for her exceptional beauty since her school days. She has everything: a career as a dentist, a sexy and capable boyfriend, and an excellent work-life balance. However, she is beginning to feel doubts about her life, which has been focused on a single path. Shin Se-kyung's performance is anticipated to simultaneously convey the ease and experience that come from long-term relationships and the charm of a bold and independent woman through the character of Kang Chae-rin.

Just as everything perfectly aligns for Ha Do-won and Kang Chae-rin, they unexpectedly decide to take a step forward in their relationship, much like the natural progression of a long-term romance. Since they were each other's first love partners, they decided to take a 'break time' to freely meet new people, aiming to prevent any potential instability in their relationship after marriage caused by curiosity or lingering feelings toward others.

As questions arise about whether this decision will be the perfect remedy for a regret-free marriage or a poison that tests their love, attention is also focused on the synergy between Lee Jung-hae and Shin Se-kyung as they take their first step together in this project. Expectations are high for their couple chemistry, which will delicately depict not only the familiar and comfortable relationship typical of long-standing couples but also the ever-changing emotional dynamics following their unconventional choice.

Adding to this is the meeting of director Kim Seok-yoon and writer Choi Soo-young, who will further portray the two's unpredictable romance with sensitivity and realism. Director Kim has previously directed dramas such as 'More Beautiful Than Heaven,' 'My Liberation Notes,' and 'Radiant Office' with a delicate and warm perspective. Writer Choi has skillfully portrayed realistic romances and distinctive human characters in dramas like 'Dating Daejeon' and 'My ID is Gangnam Beauty.'

As the two, each with their unique styles, come together, attention turns to how they will unfold the romance exclusive to 'Love Virus.'

Meanwhile, 'Love Virus' is scheduled to be released on TVING in 2027.

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