Actor Song Seung-heon makes his much-awaited return to romantic comedy in the upcoming Genie TV original drama My Golden Star, where he will showcase a new side of his charm.

Premiering on the evening of August 18, My Golden Star features Song Seung-heon in the role of Dokgo Chul, a solitary police officer who goes undercover as the manager of superstar Bong Cheong-ja, played by Uhm Junghwa. The series promises a delightful blend of comedy and romance as their unexpected partnership leads to an unpredictable cohabitation and the blossoming of a unique relationship.

Song Seung-heon has previously demonstrated his impressive range, with roles such as the genius con artist Kang Ha-ri in Player 2: War of Thieves and the complex Seong-jin in the film Hidden Face. In My Golden Star, he is set to win over viewers once again, this time as a tough detective who unexpectedly reveals a tender side beneath his gruff exterior.

Recently released highlight clips give audiences a glimpse of this duality, showing Dokgo Chul’s cool-headed banter with Bong Cheong-ja, contrasted with moments when he offers her support and kindness in times of crisis. One particularly heart-fluttering scene features him delivering the line, “Stand tall, and hold your head high with pride,” hinting at the romantic undertones to come.

My Golden Star aims to deliver laughter, emotion, and romance to viewers, as it follows the special connection between a star and her manager that transcends 25 years.

The series, starring Song Seung-heon, Uhm Junghwa, Lee El, and Oh Dae-hwan, will air its first episode at 10 p.m. on August 18 through ENA, and will be available for free exclusive VOD streaming on KT Genie TV immediately after broadcast. The drama can also be viewed on the OTT platform TVING.

Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”

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