Actor Park Sung Hoon is poised to make a comeback to television with a new romantic comedy series. The report by SPOTV News announced that Park Sung Hoon is currently in discussions to take on the lead male role in the upcoming drama 'Efficient Romance for Singles,' which is based on a well-liked webtoon. The show will depict the love lives of contemporary singles who prioritize efficiency in their relationships, reflecting the present-day reality where love is not the sole factor, and dating founded purely on practical considerations may feel lacking.
Actress Han Ji Min, fresh from her role in 'Love Scout,' has been offered the lead female role and is looking at the project with a positive stance. Should both actors agree to participate, it could lead to a unique collaboration between label mates, potentially bringing their camaraderie off-screen on-screen.
Earlier this year, Park Sung Hoon garnered attention for his role in Netflix's 'Squid Game Season 2.' Nevertheless, he faced public criticism after mistakenly sharing inappropriate content on his personal social media profile. Despite issuing several apologies and addressing the incident with remorse in interviews, the controversy lingered, resulting in his exit from the upcoming drama 'The Tyrant's Chef.' The production team stated, "After thorough deliberation, we concluded that continuing together on this project would be challenging. Park has expressed regret on multiple occasions, leading us to this decision."
With the possibility of his return through 'Efficient Romance for Singles,' the spotlight now turns to whether Park Sung Hoon can successfully recover from recent setbacks and revive his career through a heartfelt romantic comedy.