The upcoming drama adapted from the hit film Inside Men is undergoing major changes, with a major casting overhaul. Announced last year, this series is the remake of the 2015 cult film, considered the highest-grossing R-rated film in Korean cinema history.
Initially, Song Kang-ho had been confirmed for the lead role in Lee Kang-heeoriginally performed by Baek Yoon-shik. However, the actor eventually abandoned the project because of scheduling problems due to a change in the shooting schedule.
On October 16, 2025, OSEN revealed that Lee Sung-min has received an offer to reprise the role of Lee Kang-hee and is currently considering the offer. positively. The actor was initially considered for another character before being approached for the lead role following Song Kang-ho's departure.
On the other hand, Koo Kyo-hwanwho was to play Ahn Sang-goo (the role played by Lee Byung-hun in the film), also declined the offer. Another notable change: the director Mo Wan-iloriginally scheduled to direct the drama, has also left the project. The production is now looking for a new director.
The company Hive Media Corpthe man behind the project, confirmed: "Lee Sung-min is currently considering the role of Lee Kang-hee, while director Mo Wan-il and Koo Kyo-hwan have both left the production."
Finally, Ju Ji-hoon has been proposed to take over the role of Ahn Sang-gooand his agency added: "He has received the offer and is currently studying it."
Stay tuned for further announcements about this eagerly-awaited remake of Inside Men.
