Do Kyung-soo of EXO, better known as D.O., will be taking a lead role in the drama series “Dear Husband for 100 Days” (working title).

It is the first time that the singer-actor will be taking a leading role. He has been featured in various films and dramas, but mainly in supporting roles. Actress Nam Ji-hyun has been casted as the female lead.

D.O. (S.M. Entertainment)

“Dear Husband for 100 Days” is a fictional historical drama with romance. D.O. will take on the role of a crown prince who finds himself in a new situation after slipping on a cliff. The prince will experience a new life before returning to the palace after 100 days.

The drama’s broadcasting schedule has not been fixed, but it is likely that it will air on cable channel tvN.

By Im Eun-byel (silverstar@heraldcorp.com)