Park Jihoon is diving into a hilarious military comedy.
🍳 Military Meets RPG: New TVING Original Coming in 2026
TVING's upcoming original series Legend of the Cookhouse Soldier has confirmed its main cast and 2026 release. Park Jihoon, Yoon Kyungho, Han Donghee, and Lee Hongnae will lead the adaptation of the hit webtoon.
Based on the real-life experiences of former army cook and webtoonist Choi Ryong, the story follows a soldier who trades his rifle for a kitchen knife and embarks on a legendary quest guided by mysterious game-like prompts.
🎮 From Top Recruit to Kitchen Underdog: Jihoon's New Role
Park Jihoon stars as Kang Sung-jae, a private newly stationed at Kanglim Outpost. Once the best trainee, he suddenly finds himself labeled a "problem soldier." After hearing an eerie voice, he reluctantly accepts a "cookhouse quest."
Will he rise to become the legendary culinary savior of the Korean military?
Yoon Kyungho plays Sergeant Park Jaeyoung, known for his explosive temper and thick dialect. He's stuck in his rank due to repeated promotion failures—and now faces chaos thanks to Sung-jae's arrival.
🧂 Girlboss Commander, Chaotic Kitchen: Colorful Supporting Cast
Han Donghee takes on the role of Lieutenant Jo Yerin, the sharp-tongued and principled commander of the base. A rare female ROTC graduate among elite Army Academy men, she must now navigate the daily drama caused by her new recruit.
Lee Hongnae portrays Sergeant Yoon Donghyun, the current head cook. As a self-proclaimed "taste-blind" soldier, he's responsible for the dining hall's culinary dark ages. With just 100 days left until discharge, he fears his final stretch won't be easy.
🔥 The Most Underrated Soldiers, Finally in the Spotlight
Legend of the Cookhouse Soldier offers a comedic yet heartfelt tribute to the army's earliest risers and latest sleepers—cookhouse staff. Through a unique game quest lens, the show follows one soldier's rise from Level 1 private to legend.
With a flavorful mix of kitchen chaos and unexpected heroism, the series is set to premiere in 2026.
