
Singer and actor Suho of K-pop group EXO ventured into the period genre series for the first time in his acting career with MBN’s recent romantic comedy series “Missing Crown Prince,” which concluded with its highest viewership rating of 5.1 percent, Sunday.
“I’ve always given my best effort in every moment, down to the smallest detail. During ‘Missing Crown Prince,’ I rarely spent time with friends. I would read the script even while eating and continue until I went to sleep,” the actor told The Korea Times, during an interview at his agency, SM Entertainment, in Seongdong District, Seoul, Friday.
“That’s how much effort I’ve put into it, so I have no regrets or disappointments. I feel relieved and much lighter at heart. However, it doesn’t mean I’m completely satisfied. I will identify my shortcomings and areas for improvement as I move on to the next step.”
The historical rom-com series, set in the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), revolves around fictional Crown Prince Yi Gun (Suho), who gets mistakenly kidnapped by Choi Myung-yoon (Hong Ye-Ji), the daughter of a royal doctor.
When Yi witnesses a scandal in the palace that jeopardizes his position as the crown prince, he is compelled to flee, with Choi by 카지노사이트킹 his side to assist. Despite their initial misunderstandings, the two develop an unexpected romance while navigating royal politics and dangers to save his father, his throne, and their own lives.
The 20-part series was led by famous director Kim Jin-man, who previously worked on smash-hit series like “Kill Me, Heal Me” (2015) and “The Greatest Love” (2011).