Popular South Korean actor Ji Chang-wook is currently in discussions to play the lead role in the upcoming thriller drama, ‘The Mantis’ according to a report by Ten Asia on January 9. The series is set to bring an intriguing narrative to the screen, revolving around a woman with a dark past, imprisoned for being a serial killer, and the chaos that ensues when a copycat killer emerges, following her methods and initiating a new series of murders.What adds to the anticipation is the fact that ‘The Mantis’ is a Korean remake of the original French drama that premiered on OTT in December 2017.
Earlier, reports had already generated buzz with the announcement of actress Go Hyun-jung‘s involvement as the female lead in the Korean adaptation of ‘The Mantis’. The drama is a joint production between Merry Christmas and MegaMonster, and the production is scheduled to kick off earnestly later this year.
Ji Chang-wook’s potential casting in ‘The Mantis’ comes on the heels of positive reviews for his performance in the ongoing drama ‘Welcome to Samdal-ri’. In this series, Ji Chang-wook portrays the character of Yong-pil, offering solace and support to his soulmate, Sam-dal, played by Shin Hye-sun, as she grapples with various life challenges. The actor’s portrayal has resonated well with viewers, providing both warmth and excitement to the audience.
Earlier, reports had already generated buzz with the announcement of actress Go Hyun-jung‘s involvement as the female lead in the Korean adaptation of ‘The Mantis’. The drama is a joint production between Merry Christmas and MegaMonster, and the production is scheduled to kick off earnestly later this year.
Ji Chang-wook’s potential casting in ‘The Mantis’ comes on the heels of positive reviews for his performance in the ongoing drama ‘Welcome to Samdal-ri’. In this series, Ji Chang-wook portrays the character of Yong-pil, offering solace and support to his soulmate, Sam-dal, played by Shin Hye-sun, as she grapples with various life challenges. The actor’s portrayal has resonated well with viewers, providing both warmth and excitement to the audience.
