Fans of romantic dramas can already rejoice: Seo In-guk and Park Ji-hyun will form the star duo of tvN's next drama, Back to Work! (working title), a long-awaited adaptation of a successful webtoon with over 200 million views.
The story follows Cha Ji-yoon, an office worker in the 7th year of her career, in the midst of a professional and sentimental crisis. To avoid "the worst" in her working environment, she chooses "the lesser evil": her direct superior Kang Si-woo, a boss feared for his cold temperament but irresistible in his own way. Little by little, these 2 opposing characters become an irreplaceable support for each other, transforming their professional relationship into an unexpected complicity.
Seo In-guk plays Kang Si-woo, a manager with a perfect physique and impeccable lifestyle... but a sharp personality. Nicknamed "the company grump", he will find himself closely involved in Ji Yoon's life. Known as the "king of romance" thanks to his breakthrough roles in Reply 1997, Shopping King Louie and Doom at Your ServiceSeo In-guk promises to deliver another charismatic performance.
For her part, Park Ji-hyun will play Cha Ji-yoon, a competent professional bored by routine. The actress, who made a name for herself in Yumi's Cells, Reborn Rich or Flex x Cop, has established herself as a versatile talent capable of shining in all genres. Her first collaboration with Seo In Guk is already arousing the curiosity of audiences.
Between realistic office atmosphere and sweet romance, Back to Work! is shaping up to be one of the leading dramas of 2026. Promising chemistry, a solid cast and a story adapted from a cult webtoon: all the ingredients seem to be there to seduce audiences.
