Wife of a 21st Century Prince: IU and Byeon Woo Seok's drama eyes 2026 premiere amid delay rumours
Fans of Byeon Woo Seok and IU may have to wait a little longer to watch their favorite actors together on-screen. According to a recent K-media report, the drama may not air this year, as originally announced. The report added that while the schedule remains undecided, MBC may announce a 2026 premiere for the drama.

The upcoming K-drama Wife of a 21st Century Prince starring IU and Byeon Woo Seok is generating significant buzz, but it seems its airing might be delayed until next year. According to OSEN, the drama's schedule is still undecided, but it's likely to be pushed back to next year.
IU and Byeon Woo Seok's Wife of a 21st Century Prince faces delay
The upcoming MBC drama starring IU and Byeon Woo Seok, Wife of a 21st Century Prince, has reportedly been postponed to 2026, contrary to initial reports suggesting a release in the second half of 2025. The delay may come as a disappointment to fans, but it's likely that the production team wants to ensure the drama meets their high standards.
Initially, MBC's 2025 lineup didn't include the drama, causing some confusion among fans. However, Kakao Entertainment later announced that the drama was indeed part of the 2025 lineup, sparking excitement and anticipation.
Despite the confirmation, the scheduling for Wife of a 21st Century Prince remains unconfirmed, leaving fans wondering when they'll finally get to see IU and Byeon Woo Seok bring this intriguing story to life.
About Wife of a 21st Century Prince
Wife of a 21st Century Prince also known as 21st Century Grand Prince's Wife is poised to be a unique romance drama set in an alternate Korea, where a constitutional monarchy reigns. The story revolves around an unlikely romance between a brilliant and beautiful chaebol heiress, Sung Hee Joo (played by IU), and a brooding royal prince, Prince Lee Ahn (Byeon Woo Seok).
Hee Joo, the second daughter of Korea's wealthiest family, seems to have it all - stunning looks, intelligence, and a fierce competitive spirit. However, her 'commoner' status becomes an obstacle, leading her to cross paths with the melancholic Prince Lee, who, despite being the king's son, feels empty and unfulfilled.
As they navigate their differences and challenge societal norms, Hee Joo and Prince Lee Ahn must confront their own biases and prejudices, sparking a romance that changes their lives.
IU and Byeon Woo Seok's pairing highly anticipated
Fans have been eagerly anticipating this fresh pairing, especially after Byeon Woo Seok's acclaimed performance in Lovely Runner. Meanwhile, IU comes with an impressive background, including dramas like Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo, My Mister, and Hotel Del Luna, and the movie Dream.
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IU & Byeon Woo Seok confirmed to appear in MBC romance drama
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IU's upcoming drama When Life Gives You Tangerines to premiere soon
IU's upcoming drama When Life Gives You Tangerines, co-starring Park Bo Gum, is set to release on Netflix in March 2025, with a unique split-release format. The series will drop four episodes every week, starting from March 7th, 2025, representing four different seasons in life.
The drama tells the story of Ae Soon and Gwan Shik, born on Jeju Island in the 1950s, and their adventurous life journey. The Netflix synopsis of the series reads, ¡°Ae Soon is rebellious but gets nervous every time she rebels. She isn¡¯t well off but is always shining and full of positivity. She dreams of becoming a poet, although she is unable to attend school, and she is a bold character who doesn¡¯t hide any emotions.
Gwan Shik is an extremely diligent and quiet character. Romance isn¡¯t a strength for him, however, and he doesn¡¯t know how to act if Ae Soon cries or laughs, but he is a silent warrior who only loves Ae Soon from the very beginning and pours his all into loving her.¡±
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