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Rising actress Ahn Ha-young continues her rise in the world of Netflix series. According to several South Korean media, she is set to play the role of Kim Mu-yeol's fiancée in True Lessonsa new original K-drama due on the platform in 2026.
A striking new role for Ha Young
Although the actress's agency has not yet officially confirmed the news, her name is being widely circulated to play Choi Ga-yoon, the main character's girlfriend. Na Hwa-jin, played by Kim Mu-yeol. Choi Ga-yoon stands out for her idealism: convinced that even the most problematic students can change, she devotes herself to helping a youngster caught up in a cycle of violence.
This role would be the 4th Netflix project for Ha Young, recently revealed in The Trauma Code: Heroes on Callwhere she impressed with her performance alongside Ju Ji-hoon and Choo Young-woo. Since then, her career has seen a remarkable acceleration, with several projects in the pipeline, including Love Stuck in duet with Jung Hae-in, and Boyfriend on Demand, a fantastic romantic comedy.
A series at the heart of the education system
True Lessons is based on the successful webtoon of the same name by Chae Yong-taek (script) and Han Ga-ram (drawing). The plot revolves around the Teachers' Rights Protection Agencya fictitious organization created to protect teachers and restore school authority in a society in crisis. The film promises to take a hard-hitting look at the excesses of the Korean education system, with its violent pupils, intrusive parents and clueless teachers.
Hong Jong-chan (Juvenile Justice, Dear My Friends) is behind the camera, assisted by screenwriter Lee Nam-gyu (Daily Dose of Sunshine, Behind Your Touch), a promising duo for a series that promises to be both hard-hitting and emotional.
In addition to Kim Mu Yeol and, potentially, Ha Young, the cast includes several familiar faces: Jin Ki-joo (seen earlier this year in Undercover High school), Lee Sung-min and P.O (from the group Block B). Filming began on March 30, and the series is due to be released exclusively on Netflix in 2026.
An actress to keep an eye on
Since his debut in Doctor Prisoner in 2019, Ha Young has made a number of high-profile appearances, notably in Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Mouse and Doona! In 2025, she shone particularly brightly in The Trauma Codewhich earned her nominations at the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Blue Dragon Series Awards in the Female Breakthrough category.
A series to keep an eye on for all fans of K-dramas with strong social and emotional plots. See you soon for more information on this kdrama!
