Actor Byun Jin-soo takes on the role of Park Ki-hoon in the highly anticipated theater version of My Mister.
🎭 Beloved K-Drama My Mister Hits the Stage
The hit TV series My Mister is being reborn as a stage play. It will run from August 22 to September 27 at LG Arts Center Seoul, U+ Stage.
Known for its deep emotional resonance, the story explores healing, quiet endurance, and unexpected connections. The stage version promises to bring all the heartache and hope to life in a brand-new way.
👨👦 Byun Jin-soo Plays the Youngest Brother, Park Ki-hoon
Byun Jin-soo will portray Park Ki-hoon, the youngest of three brothers and a failed film director now working as a janitor. His older brother, Park Dong-hoon, will be played by Lee Dong-ha and Park Eun-seok.
"I'm honored and thrilled to bring a drama I personally love to life on stage," Byun shared. "I'll approach every scene with sincerity and gratitude."
🌟 From Screen to Stage—A Rising Talent
Byun Jin-soo made his film debut in Socialphobia (2015) and has since built an impressive resume: Concrete Utopia, Rebound, Emergency Declaration, Money, and Kingdom 2, among others.
He recently played Medvedenko in The Seagull, drawing praise for his immersive stage presence and emotional depth.
✨ A Star-Studded Cast & Acclaimed Director
Directed by Kim Jae-yeop, a Dong-A Theater Award winner, the play aims to offer a fresh perspective on the beloved drama. The cast also includes Kim Hyun-soo and Hong Ye-ji as Lee Ji-an, plus Lee Kyu-han, Yoon Sun-woo, and Oh Yeon-ah.
The original My Mister series starred the late Lee Sun-kyun and IU (Lee Ji-eun), and won Best Drama and Best Screenplay at the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards.
🔮 Spin-Off in the Works: Jung-hee Coming Soon
A spin-off titled Jung-hee is in development and set to premiere in early 2026, according to production company T2N Media.