Lee Jin-uk is set to collaborate with Girls’ Generation’s Im Yoona in the Korean remake of “Unnatural”.
The news was announced by tvN on 22 October, stating that the actor will play Gu Seung-hyuk, a forensic pathologist, in the drama which is scheduled to premiere next year.
“Unnatural” is based on the Japanese drama of the same name, which aired on TBS in 2018. The story follows forensic pathologists working at the Unnatural Death Investigation Lab, a fictional autopsy and investigation institute, as they uncover the truth behind cases hidden within unnatural deaths.
The character Gu Seung-hyuk is described as an experienced pathologist with nearly 3,000 autopsies, a seasoned professional with a cool-headed personality who rarely reveals his emotions in front of others.
Meanwhile, Yoona will play the other lead character, Song Do-eun, who is also a forensic pathologist.
The original stars Satomi Ishihara, Masataka Kubota and Arata Iura, and has won Excellent Award at the International Drama Festival in Tokyo as well as several other TV awards.
(Photo Source: Im Yoona IG, Lee Jin-uk IG, IMDb)