Lee Junho's Past Drama 'Just Between Lovers' Re-evaluated as Hidden Gem, Considers New Role in 'Embassy of Other Nations'

Actor Lee Junho's past drama 'Just Between Lovers' is currently gaining renewed attention as a 'quiet masterpiece,' despite its initially low viewership ratings. Aired on JTBC in 2017, the drama tells an emotional melodrama about two individuals who survived a shopping mall collapse in their childhood and later reunite to heal each other's wounds. Although it garnered viewership ratings in the 1% range during its broadcast, viewers who completed the series have increasingly praised it as a 'hidden gem' over time.

Lee Junho is also positively considering an offer to star in 'Embassy of Other Nations,' a fantasy romantic comedy drama targeting a 2027 broadcast on tvN. This series is set in a special embassy that manages monsters and other species residing in South Korea. Lee Junho has been offered the role of Cha Yeon, an ambassador who is a water deity and a dragon. The drama is characterized by its unique world-building, combining a realistic diplomatic organization with Korean folklore and fantasy elements.

Bloggers highlight 'Just Between Lovers' for its approach to sensitive subject matter, focusing on the daily lives of survivors without sensationalism. Regarding 'Embassy of Other Nations,' there is anticipation for Lee Junho to showcase new charms by portraying both a calm, authoritative ambassador and a transcendent dragon. The combination of fantasy and romantic comedy, along with the blend of a realistic profession and supernatural settings, is expected to differentiate it from existing fantasy romances.