The South Korean entertainment industry is abuzz with the news that actor Song Kang, often dubbed the “Son of Netflix,” is preparing for a significant return to the romance genre.
On February 24, 2026, reports surfaced indicating that the actor is currently in talks to lead a highly anticipated new project titled White Scandal (literal translation).
This news has sparked immense excitement among fans, as it marks one of his first major romance-centered projects following his successful completion of military service.
The Creative Powerhouse Behind the Production
One of the most compelling aspects of White Scandal is the caliber of the creative team attached to the project.
The drama is set to be directed by Kim Chul Gyu, the visionary filmmaker behind the critically acclaimed thriller Flower of Evil and the Netflix hit Celebrity.
Known for his ability to blend intense emotional stakes with sleek, high-end visual storytelling, Kim’s involvement suggests that White Scandal will be more than just a typical romantic comedy; it is likely to have a sophisticated, perhaps even dark, edge.
Joining him is scriptwriter Kim Ga Eun, who previously penned the hit Disney+ series Call It Love.
Kim Ga Eun is celebrated for her nuanced exploration of human emotions, particularly in stories involving revenge, healing, and unconventional relationships.
The collaboration between a director known for suspense and a writer known for deep emotional resonance has industry insiders predicting that White Scandal will be a “premium” romance drama that explores the complexities of fame and hidden secrets.
A Plot of Ambition, Betrayal, and Contractual Love
Based on a popular web novel of the same name, White Scandal follows the intertwining lives of two individuals bound by a past tragedy.
The female lead character is Ji Eun Seol, a former rising child actress who was once the nation’s sweetheart.
However, her promising career came to a screeching halt when she took the fall for her older brother’s crimes, leading to her public disgrace.
Now an adult, she refuses to let go of her dreams of acting and works as a humble road manager to stay close to the industry she loves.
The story takes a dramatic turn when she crosses paths with the man at the center of the incident that ruined her life years ago.
In a classic trope reimagined for the modern era, the two enter into a contractual relationship. While Ji Eun Seol uses the proximity to uncover the “hidden truth” behind her past, her counterpart has his own reasons for the arrangement.
The drama promises a mixture of heart-fluttering romance and a suspenseful mystery as the characters navigate the treacherous waters of the entertainment world and corporate succession battles.
Song Kang’s Potential Transformation into a “Top Star”
Song Kang has been offered the lead role of Dan Yi Hyuk, a character that seems perfectly tailored to his “prince-like” visuals but with a much deeper, more conflicted interior.
Dan Yi Hyuk is South Korea’s most famous top star, but behind his glamorous public persona lies a complicated reality: he is the illegitimate child of the NB Group, a powerful conglomerate.
Dan Yi Hyuk’s motivation for entering a contractual relationship with Ji Eun Seol is twofold.
On one hand, he seeks to honor his mother’s final wishes; on the other, he aims to intentionally disqualify himself from the brutal succession race within the NB Group by creating a “scandal.”
Song Kang, who has previously impressed audiences with his roles in Love Alarm, Nevertheless, and My Demon, is expected to bring a sophisticated blend of charisma and vulnerability to the role.
Following his military discharge, he has already been busy filming the drama Four Hands, but White Scandal represents his highly anticipated return to the sweeping, emotional romance that first catapulted him to international stardom.
Currently, his agency Namoo Actors has confirmed that he has received the offer and is “positively reviewing” it.
If he accepts, White Scandal is expected to become one of the most talked-about dramas of late 2026, offering a unique blend of “top-star romance” and “corporate intrigue” that fits perfectly with Song Kang’s evolving filmography.
