Get ready for a captivating new romance in the upcoming South Korean Netflix Original, Scandal! Set to begin filming in March 2025, this highly anticipated K-drama is a television adaptation of the 2003 film Untold Scandal, directed by Jung Ji Woo. With production set to wrap up by September 2025, fans can expect Scandal to hit Netflix in 2026.
The series takes place during the final days of the Joseon Dynasty, following the twisted and passionate relationship between Madam Jo (played by Son Ye Jin) and Jo Won (portrayed by Ji Chang Wook). Despite her seemingly perfect marriage, Madam Jo harbors deep resentment towards societal norms and secretly engages in manipulative and seductive games. Together with Jo Won, a scholar and master of seduction, they plot to seduce a young woman, So Ok, setting the stage for an intense and dramatic love triangle.
Son Ye Jin, known for her breakout role in Crash Landing on You, returns to the small screen after a four-year hiatus, while Ji Chang Wook, famous for Lovestruck in the City and The Sound of Magic, will bring his undeniable charm to the role of Jo Won. With a compelling cast, high-stakes romance, and a rich historical backdrop, Scandal is sure to be a must-watch in 2026!