Jun Ji-hyun and Kang Dong-won’s long-awaited collaboration has materialized as they start filming for the highly anticipated drama ‘Polaris’. This debut project for the duo sparks fervent anticipation and global interest.
Polaris unfolds a narrative of spies grappling with lost identities, starting a quest for self-discovery. Reuniting director Kim Hee-won and writer Jung Seo-kyung, acclaimed for their remarkable teamwork showcased in the 2022 tvN sensation ‘Little Women’, it promises another compelling masterpiece fueled by their exceptional synergy.
The anticipation surrounding the on-screen pairing of Jun Ji-hyun and Kang Dong-won has reached fever pitch, especially following a drama staff member’s revealing photo shared on personal social media on March 25th, marking the commencement of shooting.
Renowned for their ability to draw high viewership, generate topicality, and command global popularity, the announcement of their collaboration has ignited immense excitement among audiences worldwide.
Adding to the anticipation, a post attributed to Jun Ji-hyun’s mother-in-law, designer Lee Jung-woo, surfaced on a celebrity news outlet last year, hinting at the possibility of this “legendary combination” coming together in a spy melodrama.
Lee’s enthusiastic endorsement of Polaris underscored her anticipation for the project.The spotlight on Polaris shines brightly on Jun Ji-hyun and Kang Dong-won themselves.
Notably, this drama marks Kang Dong-won’s return to television after nearly two decades, with his last TV drama being SBS’s ‘Magic’, which concluded in 2004.
For Jun Ji-hyun, it represents her first drama venture since starring in tvN’s ‘Jirisan’ in 2021. The anticipation for the synergy between Kang Dong-won and Jun Ji-hyun is palpable, promising an unparalleled viewing experience.
With the casting news alone generating significant buzz, it stands poised to make waves as an unprecedented drama.
Fans eagerly await the unfolding of the show through upcoming promotions, eager to satisfy their curiosity and meet their lofty expectations.
