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South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun appears to have confirmed his appearance on KBS’ upcoming drama tentatively named “Producer,” ending weeklong speculation over his next work.

According to local media on Monday, Kim is preparing to shoot for the drama in which he will star as a rookie producer. Kim’s agency, KeyEast, did not deny the reports.

Upon conclusion of the hit drama “My Love from the Star,” Kim has been offered roles in several dramas and films including the action flick “City of Violence.”

Kim is the latest addition to the star-studded cast of the drama that includes veteran actor Cha Tae-hyun, singer song-writer IU and A-list actress Gong Hyo-jin.

Earlier in the day, IU and Gong confirmed that they would star as a top-tier singer and an experienced TV producer, respectively, in the KBS drama.

Written by Park Ji-eun, a scriptwriter behind “My Love from the Star,” the drama will comically portray the everyday lives of TV entertainment show production crews and celebrities at a broadcasting station.

The TV series will air at 11:00 p.m. every Friday and Saturday, starting in April.

(khnews@heraldcorp.com)