SBS has unveiled the first character stills of Lim Ji Yeon and Heo Nam Jun from its upcoming drama Wicked World. The series was officially announced on February 10 as part of SBS’s 2026 drama lineup, drawing attention as one of the network’s major forthcoming titles.
Wicked World is a war-like romance drama that centers on the unexpected connection between Shin Seo Ri, an unknown actress, and Cha Se Gye, a ruthless chaebol widely referred to as the “monster of capitalism.” Lim Ji Yeon stars as Shin Seo Ri, whose life takes a dramatic turn when she becomes possessed by Kang Dan Sim, a notorious woman from the Joseon era. Heo Nam Jun plays Cha Se Gye, a powerful and cold-hearted conglomerate heir.
In her final moments during the Joseon era, Kang Dan Sim was forced to drink poison after being accused of committing an “unforgivable crime.” Awakening in 2026 within Shin Seo Ri’s body, she finds herself on the set of a historical drama, suddenly thrust into a completely unfamiliar modern world.
The newly released still captures Kang Dan Sim—now living as Shin Seo Ri—crossing paths with Cha Se Gye for the first time. Their unexpected encounter hints at a romance shaped by fate, setting the stage for an intense and turbulent relationship to unfold.
Directed by Han Tae Seob of Stove League and Cheer Up, and written by rising screenwriter Kang Hyun Joo, Wicked World is scheduled to premiere in May 2026.
