IU is attracting attention as a strong candidate for the female lead role in upcoming drama Moon Lovers.
A media outlet quoted a source from the drama bureau, reporting on December 28 that Kim Sung Kyun, Hong Jong Hyun, Kang Ha Neul and Nam Joo Hyuk have been cast, while Lee Joon Gi and Beakhyun are currently negotiating their appearances.Reports that IU has been cast as the female lead in Moon Lovers surfaced as well, however, IU′s side stated through various media outlets, "It′s true that she received a casting offer. She′s currently reviewing the role and nothing has been confirmed yet."
Moon Lovers is a time slip drama centered on a modern woman who travels back in time. Based on the original 35-episode Chinese drama Scarlet Heart, which was a hit in 2011, Moon Lovers will be set in Korea among other changes.
As there are many kings in the drama, there is a need for many male actors, and the fact that viewers will be able to see numerous stars together in one drama is heightening anticipation.
Meanwhile, Moon Lovers will be directed by Kim Kyu Tae PD, whose works include SBS′ It′s Okay, That′s Love and That Winter, the Wind Blows. The script will be written by Jo Yoon Jeong, who wrote Cinderella Man, Save the Last Dance for Me and Let′s Go to the Beach.