Sooyoung and Kim Jae Young are officially teaming up for the upcoming Genie TV original drama “Idol Eye” (literal title), a courtroom mystery that intertwines legal drama with emotional fandom. Slated for release later this year, the series follows star lawyer Maeng Se Na (played by Sooyoung), who secretly happens to be a longtime fan of the idol Do Ra Ik (Kim Jae Young). When he is suddenly accused of murder, her personal admiration clashes with professional duty as she takes on the case, leading to unexpected revelations.
Behind the scenes, the drama reunites trusted talents: director Lee Kwang Young, known for his delicate and stylish touch in “Call It Love”, and writer Kim Da Rin, praised for fresh storytelling. Produced by AStory, the studio behind hits like “Extraordinary Attorney Woo”, “Signal”, and “Big Mouth”, “Idol Eye” is already generating buzz for its intriguing premise and unique blend of genres.
In her role as Maeng Se Na, Sooyoung portrays a high-profile lawyer with a reputation for defending controversial criminal cases—earning her the title “lawyer for villains.” What the public doesn’t know, however, is that she’s also a devoted 10-year fan of the band Gold Boys. When her beloved idol becomes entangled in a bizarre case, she hides her fangirl identity to defend him in court. Sooyoung shared her excitement about the character: “Maybe because I understand how fans feel, I couldn’t put the script down. It’s my first time playing both a lawyer and a devoted fan, and I found the duality so compelling.”
Kim Jae Young transforms into Do Ra Ik, the charismatic vocalist and visual center of Gold Boys, who finds himself in the center of a murder investigation. Beneath his radiant smile lies a man growing weary of the stage and overwhelmed by the weight of fan expectations. As the case spirals, he sheds his carefully curated image and confronts life without a safety net. Reflecting on the role, Kim Jae Young said, “This drama offers such a unique story and mix of genres. There’s definitely pressure, but I’m genuinely happy to be part of it and excited to explore Do Ra Ik’s complexity.”
