Chasing a dream after being stranded on an island for 15 years is the story of Diva of the Deserted Island!
Cameras are soon to roll for this new drama top-billed by Park Eun Bin, Chae Jong Hyeop, Kim Hyo Jin and Cha Hak Yeon.
Diva of the Deserted Island narrates the story of Mok-ha, a woman who dreams of becoming a diva but gets stranded on an uninhabited island.
Backed up by Baram Pictures and Kakao Entertainment, the series also boasts a brilliant creative team. Leading the production is Director Oh Choong Hwan of Big Mouth and Hotel Del Luna fame. Penning the script is Park Hye Ryun who wrote heartwarming and inspiring dramas such as Dream High and Pinocchio.
Director Oh and Writer Park previously worked on hit dramas Start-Up and While You Were Sleeping.
Playing the focal character, Park Eun Bin (Extraordinary Attorney Woo) portrays Seo Mok-ha. Rescued after 15 years from a deserted island, she fills her day with determination in an unfamiliar world and people. She hopes to fulfill her dream of becoming a singer.
Reuniting with Park Eun Bin since Stove League, Chae Jong Hyeop (Unlock My Boss, Love All Play) plays the character Kang Bo-geol, a broadcasting station producer in charge of music and entertainment programs. His fate entangles with Mok-ha when during his volunteer work, he discovers and rescues her who has been trapped on an isolated island for 15 years.
Next, Kim Hyo Jin (The Good Detective 2, Lost) takes the role of Yoon Ran-ju. She is a former top star who experienced a splendid life. But her popularity eventually fades. Unable to try anything because she is afraid to fail, she meets a turning point in her life when Mok-ha, a huge fan of hers appears dreaming to become a singer.
Kim expressed happiness with her new work, “I’m happy to say hello to you through good work. I’ll prepare hard and come back as Ran-ju, so please give me lots of interest and love.”
Rounding up the lead cast is Cha Hak Yeon (Mine, Bad and Crazy) as Kang Woo-hak. He is a broadcasting reporter with a unique bright energy and pleasant personality. After accidentally rescuing Mok-ha with his younger brother Bo-geol, he sincerely sympathizes with Mok-ha’s story and helps her physically and mentally.
Set to appear in Joseon Lawyer airing this month, Cha conveys his excitement about his new drama.
“I am excited and looking forward to the time I will spend as Woo-hak for a few months. As soon as I read the script, I became curious about him. I hope I can show you a different charm, and I will work hard to prepare and show you a good image so that those who see the twists and turns of Woo-hak can relate well.”
Diva of the Deserted Island kicks off filming in the first half of 2023.
Sources: xportsnews | Sports Donga
Photos: Respective Agencies of Aforementioned Actors
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