Actor Jung Ji-hwan has joined the cast of the KBS Drama Special 2026, starring as the ex-boyfriend in the upcoming episode titled “Sound:Track-The Scent of Spring Over You.”
The project, which explores themes of love and loss, is scheduled to air on November 18 at 9:50 p.m.
The casting, first reported by The Chosun Daily Daily, places Jung in the role of Seung-hoon, a man struggling to move on after his relationship with singer-songwriter Na-eun, played by Woo Da-bi.
The narrative centers on Na-eun’s emotional journey as she seeks to hear the final words of her late cat, Ha-ru, through a specialized translator, with Seung-hoon representing the lingering presence of a past relationship that remained in the shadow of her pet.
- Jung Ji-hwan plays a jilted ex-boyfriend attempting to reconcile in the first of eight independent stories featured in the 2026 anthology series.
- The episode, written by Lee Sa-ha and directed by Kim Young-jun, explores the intersection of grief and romantic attachment.
- Jung continues a busy 2026 schedule, appearing in the historical drama “Moonmu” just days before this special airs.
After appearing in "Hyena," "Hush," and the recent "Queen of Tears," the actor is moving from modern storytelling to historical epics. His upcoming performance as Yeon Nam-geon in the KBS2 historical drama “Moonmu,” premiering on November 14, provides a sharp contrast to the intimate, contemporary setting of “Sound:Track.”
| Project Title | Genre | Role Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sound:Track-The Scent of Spring Over You | Contemporary Drama | Ex-Boyfriend |
| Moonmu | Historical Drama | Yeon Nam-geon |
| Queen of Tears | Romance/Drama | Supporting |
The “Sound:Track” series is structured around the concept of “that song”—the specific track everyone associates with a personal memory of love or departure. By focusing on the complex emotions between Na-eun and Seung-hoon, the production aims to enhance the drama of a story involving an animal language translator.
The episode is slated for broadcast on November 18 at 9:50 p.m. Following his appearance in "Moonmu" on November 14, Jung will have back-to-back exposure on KBS, increasing his visibility on the network next week.
