Casting Updates: Song Joong Ki, Kim Ji Won, Jang Dong Gun, and Kim Ok Bin in “Asadal Chronicles”

Huge News! Casting confirmations have begun for upcoming megahit “Asadal Chronicles.” First to sign on is Kim Ok Bin of “Children of the Lesser God.” Ok Bin’s name has been associated mostly with blockbuster movies such as “The Villainess” and this year’s “The Discloser,” so getting her for this drama is a real win.

Song Joong Ki(Descendants of the Sun), Kim Ji Won(Fight My Way), and Jang Dong Gun(Suits) are still considering positively. However, recent reports indicate that the cast intends to meet soon, so maybe this means we can expect confirmations soon too!

“Asadal Chronicles” comes from the screenwriter behind the international sensation “Tree with Deep Roots.” Also signed on is the PD from recent hits “Signal” and “My Ajusshi.” Seeing these names attached to the same drama is giving me shivers of excitement.

“Asadal Chronicles” is described as the reimagining of the history of the first kingdom of Korea(before Goryeo) and will depict the intense power struggle that took place then. Since the history is so ancient, much of the story is pure legend, blurring fact with mythology. For example, Song Joong Ki’s character is described as having been born in a village blessed by a blue comet and another character is said to be born from a bear woman — whatever that is. However, the mythical element does not feel off-putting in the hands of this amazing writing team. I am sure that it will be epic instead.

“Asadal Chronicles” is turning into a reunion-fest for Song Joong Gi. “Tree with Deep Roots” was one of his first roles, so he will be reuniting with the screenwriter for this. And Kim Ji Won and Soong Joong Ki starred together in “Descendants of the Sun.” Hopefully, Song Hye Gyo and Jin Goo are feeling left out enough to want to do guest appearances.

tvN plans for “Asadal Chronicles” to be fully pre-produced with a broadcast date in the first half of 2019.