Lee Sung Kyung, Nam Joo Hyuk New K-Drama: 'Weightlifting Fairy' Couple To Star In Separate Projects
Lee Sung Kyung has been in several Kdramas in the past but her role as the adorable Kim Bok Joo in "Weightlifting Fairy" Kdrama spiraled her popularity not only in South Korea but in other countries as well. According to reports, while "Weightlifting Fairy" did not really overtake the ratings of popular Kdramas like "Descendants Of The Sun" and "Goblin," the coming of age series was well-received in other countries.
Now that "Weightlifting Fairy" is over, the fans of Lee Sung Kyung are curious about her next projects. Fortunately, Lee Sung Kyung is active on social media, specifically, Instagram, so her fans can check out her posts and be updated. According to Soompi, Lee Sung Kyung finished recording for her role as Princess Poppy for the international animation, "Trolls."
The tandem of Nam Joo Hyuk, who plays Joon Young in "Weightlifting Fairy" and Lee Sung Kyung has long been the fire starter in speculations that the two Hallyu stars are dating in real life. According to reports, Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk have long been working together as models, long before they became actors. With the success of "Weightlifting Fairy," the fans are hoping to see Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk in another project together.
However, it seems like Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk will have to spend time apart as they are reportedly being offered separate Kdramas. According to Korea Portal, Lee Sung Kyung is set to be the lead actress for upcoming romantic-suspense Kdrama entitled "Be Careful Of This Woman." Meanwhile, Nam Joo Hyuk is reportedly set to star in the upcoming Kdrama "Bride Of The Water God."
According to reports, Lee Sung Kyung's possible leading man in "Be Careful Of This Woman" is "Healer" actor, Ji Chang Wook. Stay tuned to Enstars for more Lee Sung Kyung news and updates!