Kang Tae Oh's Anticipated Return to Historical Dramas After Six Years

Kang Tae Oh's Anticipated Return to Historical Dramas After Six Years

Kang Tae Oh's Anticipated Return to Historical Dramas After Six Years

On October 18, Ten Asia exclusively reported that Kang Tae Oh is set to make a much-awaited return to the historical drama genre. According to the media outlet, the actor will take on a leading role in the upcoming MBC drama The Moon Flows on This River (literal translation). This drama will be a historical adaptation of the iconic 2010 K-drama Secret Garden.

For Kang Tae Oh, this project marks his return to historical dramas after a six-year gap, with his last appearance in the genre being in 2019's The Tale of Nokdu on KBS, where he played a supporting role. However, The Moon Flows on This River will be his first time leading a historical series, generating excitement among his fans and K-drama enthusiasts alike.

Kang Tae Oh's Return to the K-Drama Scene

Since skyrocketing to fame through Extraordinary Attorney Woo in 2022, Kang Tae Oh has taken a break to fulfill his mandatory military service, which he completed in March of this year. His return to acting has been highly anticipated, and aside from The Moon Flows on This River, Kang Tae Oh is also set to lead tvN's upcoming drama Potato Research Center alongside Lee Sun Bin. Moreover, fans will be thrilled to see him in the confirmed second season of Extraordinary Attorney Woo.

The Moon Flows on This River: A Historical Twist on Secret Garden

The original Secret Garden, which aired in 2010, became a classic in K-drama history with its unique story of a body swap between a wealthy CEO and a poor stuntwoman. The drama starred Hyun Bin, Ha Ji Won, Yoon Sang Hyun, and Kim Sa Rang, and became an international hit. In this historical version, Kang Tae Oh will reportedly take on the role of Kim Joo Won, originally portrayed by Hyun Bin. The character of Kim Joo Won is an arrogant and eccentric conglomerate heir who, despite his public image of perfection, hides layers of complexity beneath his exterior.

There is still no official confirmation on who will join Kang Tae Oh in this remake, leaving fans curious about the casting, particularly for the female lead.

Fans' Reactions to the News

As the news broke, netizens shared their excitement online, discussing potential female leads and expressing anticipation for the historical remake:

1. "I'm really curious about how they'll adapt Secret Garden into a historical setting! I can't wait to see who the female lead will be."

2. "I hope they cast someone like Yoo In Na or Im Soo Hyang for the female lead. Either of them would be great!"

3. "Please not Park Min Young, Shin Hae Sun, Kim Hye Yoon, or Moon Ga Young. Let's go for a fresh face instead."

4. "I'd love it if they didn't reveal the female lead too early. It adds to the suspense!"

5. "It's been a while since we've seen Kang Tae Oh in a drama, and I can't wait to see how he portrays his character."

6. "As a fan of *Secret Garden*, I'm excited but also wondering how they’ll make the historical adaptation work."

7. "I'm hoping for a fresh face as the female lead—maybe Kang Mi Na or Han Ji Hyun."

8. "Secret Garden was such a classic. I can't wait to see how they approach this in a historical setting!"

9. "Finally, Kang Tae Oh in a lead role for a historical drama! I'm so excited for this."

10. "I hope the chemistry between the leads will be just as great as in the original."

11. "A historical version of Secret Garden? That's definitely going to be interesting!"

12. "Kang Tae Oh has grown so much as an actor. This could be a great role for him."

13. "I really hope the female lead will be someone unexpected and refreshing!"

14. "I wonder how they'll handle the iconic body swap in a historical context!"

15. "Excited to see what Kang Tae Oh brings to the table in his first historical lead role!"

16. "I loved Secret Garden. Can't wait to see how they remake it!"

17. "It’s intriguing to think of *Secret Garden* as a historical drama."

18. "Hoping for a good cast. The chemistry between the leads will be crucial."

19. "The remake sounds promising, and Kang Tae Oh is a solid choice!"

20. "The suspense is real—can't wait to see how this adaptation unfolds!"

 What to Expect

While the casting and further details about The Moon Flows on This River remain under wraps, fans are eagerly awaiting more news. If the historical version of Secret Garden can capture the same charm and emotional depth as the original, Kang Tae Oh’s comeback might become one of the most talked-about K-dramas of 2024.

With the premiere slated for next year, the anticipation is only building as fans look forward to seeing Kang Tae Oh’s return to the small screen in this exciting project.