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Two of South Korea's iconic stars, Song Hye-kyo and Gong Yoo, are finally collaborating on a period drama that already feels legendary. While Hye-kyo is the heart of Descendants of the Sun, Gong Yoo is most famous for his beloved role in Goblin. They are confirmed to play the leads in Netflix's Show Business.
Yes, you've read that correctly! It's been a long time since Song Hye-kyo's The Glory was released, and now fans get an update on what she has coming next. Since Show Business is already in production, nothing much has been discussed about the period drama.
But we do know that the tale takes place during one of the most revolutionary times in the entertainment history of South Korea. It will trace the essence of the 1960s to the 1980s, which saw the nation's show business and music industry start to change after the destruction caused by the Korean War.
Keep reading to explore more about this anticipated drama!
Song Hye-kyo pairs with Goblin's Gong Yoo in Netflix's period drama Show Business
Netflix has made a name for itself when it comes to hit K-dramas, and now the platform is gearing up for a new period drama with South Korean A-listers Song Hye-kyo and Gong Yoo. As previously mentioned, it has been titled "Show Business" and will see these two stars playing the main roles.
Central to the plot is Min-ja, played by Song Hye-kyo, a woman forged by adversity. She didn't have a privileged or sheltered childhood — rather, she faced difficult times and had to acquire emotional and mental resilience to survive.
When Min-ja enters the cutthroat world of Korean music, it's not with hopes of glitz, but with a rough-edged determination to create a life for herself. Through her journey, Show Business aims to highlight the pressure and emotional strain that comes along with fame.
This also doesn't mean that Song Hye-kyo's Min-ja wants people to pity her. Instead, she embraces her identity as a survivor. She entered the entertainment industry when it was less polished and far more ruthless than it is today.
By her side is Dong-gu, played by Gong Yoo. He's Min-ja's best friend from childhood, someone she's been with thick and thin. As a grown man, Dong-gu also enters the world of entertainment.
Unlike Min-ja, he possesses a wilder and more spontaneous nature. At times, Dong-gu can be reckless, but his loyalty to Min-ja never wavers. Their bonds take center stage in Show Business as it shows two individuals navigating a brutal world.
One of the strongest aspects of the show is that it does not sugarcoat the entertainment world. Instead of glamorizing overnight success or ambition, it presents a brutally honest portrayal of how people are used, tested, and sometimes broken in the quest for stardom.
Who else has joined Song Hye-kyo in Show Business: Cast members explored
As explained earlier, Song Hye-kyo and Squid Game actor Gong Yoo's upcoming period drama is set during the era when it was incredibly tough to survive in the entertainment industry. This means it will highlight different types of people who shape this world, so here's the confirmed cast of Show Business:
Song Hye-kyo as Min-ja: The Full House star will be seen playing the emotional anchor of the story. Despite her troubled past, Min-ja will do everything it takes to build a career in music.
Gong Yoo as Dong-gu: Unlike typical best friends, Dong-gu is an unpredictable man. While he's always there for Min-Ja, Gong Yoo's character also possesses a chaotic personality.
Kim Seol-hyun as Min-hui: Dong-gu isn't the only childhood friend Min-ja has. Actress Kim Seol-hyun will portray Min-hui, another childhood friend of Song Hye-kyo's character, but a jealous one.
Cha Seung-won as Gil-yeo: The actor has stepped into the role of an acclaimed composer, with the power to make or break someone's music career.
Lee Ha-nee (also known as Honey Lee) as Yang-ja: Another confirmed cast member in Show Business is actress Lee Ha-nee, who will be seen as the mother of Min-hui.
What else do we know about Netflix's Show Business?
Netflix hasn't officially announced a release date for Show Business, but the drama is expected to arrive sometime in 2026. As for the story, it has been penned down by Noh Hee-kyung, the writer behind Our Blues and That Winter, The Wind Blows.
The director's chair has been helmed by Lee Yoon-jung, the creative force behind Coffee Prince. This pairing of writer and director signals that the period drama is not just aiming for star power — it’s striving for a deeply emotional and character-driven narrative.
The casting alone has caused waves across social media and the entertainment press. With this period drama, Song Hye-kyo and Gong Yoo will be co-starring for the first time, a pairing that fans have dreamed of for years. Their chemistry is one of the most anticipated aspects of the show.
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