IU and Byeon Woo-seok to Star in '21st Century Grand Princess': A Modern Royal Romance

Singer and actress IU is set to star alongside Byeon Woo-seok, who is two years her junior, in the upcoming romance drama '21st Century Grand Princess.'

Premiering on April 10th, MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama '21st Century Grand Princess' is set in a 21st-century constitutional monarchy in South Korea. The series follows the romance between a wealthy woman frustrated by her commoner status and a prince who, despite his royal blood, is unable to possess anything.

The released character posters feature the charismatic personas of Seong Hee-joo (played by IU), Lee An-daegun (played by Byeon Woo-seok), Min Jeong-woo (played by Noh Sang-hyun), and Yoon Yi-rang (played by Gong Seung-yeon) as they navigate life in a modern yet traditional palace. The captions on the posters hint at the characters' life stories.

What Roles Do IU and Byeon Woo-seok Play?

Seong Hee-joo, a commoner and illegitimate child who boldly steps into the palace as a grand princess, declares, 'I will win, even if it means getting dirty,' showcasing her fierce determination. Her relentless drive to win raises curiosity about whether it will lead to her social ascent.

Lee An-daegun, the second son of the royal family who cannot become king, creates a tense atmosphere with the line, 'Do you think there is a season for hunting?' Suppressing his fiery nature within the palace's strict order, his transformation through marriage to Seong Hee-joo is highly anticipated.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Min Jeong-woo, a long-time friend of Lee An-daegun, maintains a relaxed demeanor with the phrase, 'Let's do it, it's bound to be a happening anyway.' Although he has balanced the royal family and the cabinet, he is set to face emotional turmoil due to the marriage of Seong Hee-joo and Lee An-daegun.

Lastly, Yoon Yi-rang, the elder of the royal family, poses the thought-provoking question, 'Is there room for happiness in a royal marriage?' Known for prioritizing the authority and dignity of the royal family, her reaction to Lee An-daegun's decision to marry a commoner is eagerly awaited.

The Intertwined Fates of Four Characters: What to Watch For?

Through character posters, '21st Century Grand Princess' showcases the diverse life perspectives of Seong Hee-joo, Lee An-daegun, Min Jeong-woo, and Yoon Yi-rang, who are gathered in the royal palace. As they challenge or strive to protect their given destinies, the inevitable conflicts among these four characters make their stories even more anticipated.

'21st Century Grand Princess' premieres on April 10th at 9:40 PM.

Reporter: Jung Se-yoon, TenAsia yoon@tenasia.co.kr