Jung Jin-Young and TWICE’s Dahyun are currently in talks to star in the Korean adaptation of the popular Taiwanese film … You Are the Apple of My Eye.
In a report by Xportsnews on May 13 … Both stars have been approached for the lead roles in this coming-of-age romance. This stirred excitement among fans of the original film and the artists.
A Fresh Take on a Taiwanese Romance Classic
You Are the Apple of My Eye, which originally starred Chen Tung Ko and Michelle Chen, narrates the poignant love story between a high school troublemaker and a model student, tracing their relationship from their school days to 15 years later.
The Korean adaptation aims to bring a local flavour to this well-loved story, with Dahyun in talks to portray Seon-Ah, the equivalent of Shen Chia Yi’s character from the Taiwanese version. Jin-Young is considering the role of Jin Woo, AKA Ching Teng in the original.
Jin-Young Eyes Comeback to the Big Screen
If Jin-Young accepts the role, this project will mark his first film appearance in five years, following his 2019 performance in The Dude in Me.
A representative from Jin-Young’s agency confirmed that he is positively reviewing the offer. This potential casting is eagerly anticipated by fans, who are excited to see Jin-Young return to acting in a leading role on the big screen.
As discussions continue, the film industry and fans alike are abuzz with the possibility of seeing these two popular idols bring their unique charms to a beloved narrative.
The Korean adaptation of You Are the Apple of My Eye promises to be a fresh interpretation of the timeless story, potentially adding new dimensions to the original plot while showcasing the acting capabilities of both Jin-Young and Dahyun.