Netflix Begins Korean Drama 'The Facade of Love'
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- Netflix began production on "The Facade of Love," a Korean drama directed by Mo Wan-il and written by Ha Su-jin.
- Lee Dong-wook leads as Ji-hun, with Jeon So-nee as Hu-kyung, Jung Yu-mi as Sun-hee, and Lee Jong-won as Dae-hee.
- Mo Wan-il previously directed "The World of the Married," the highest‑rated drama in Korean cable history, and the thriller "The Frog."
- Ha Su-jin previously wrote the historical romantic comedy "The Matchmakers" and the supernatural comedy "Sell Your Haunted House."
- The Facade of Love joins Netflix's 2026 Korean slate, which emphasizes adult relationship drama and includes titles such as "Boyfriend on Demand," "Tantara," and "Possible Love."
- The series will stream exclusively on Netflix.
Why it matters: The series bolsters Netflix's Korean content portfolio, giving the streaming giant fresh exclusive material to attract and retain viewers seeking adult relationship narratives, while the cast and creators gain high‑profile exposure on a global platform and Netflix strengthens its competitive edge against other streaming services.
