A mysterious voice on an album, a billionaire CEO obsessed with finding its owner, and one indie band vocalist who’s about to upend his perfectly controlled life. Sung Hoon just joined this exact story, confirmed for the lead role in MBN’s upcoming drama “What a Boss Wants.”
What the Drama Is About
Based on a web novel of the same name, “What a Boss Wants” follows Kwon Do Hyuk, a chaebol heir with famously terrible taste in everything except music, who becomes fixated on tracking down the singer behind a voice he heard on an album. That search leads him to Lee Eun Chae, the lead vocalist of an indie band — and the one variable capable of disrupting his otherwise flawless, controlled life.
Sung Hoon’s Role
Sung Hoon will play Kwon Do Hyuk, described as the CEO of an entertainment company and a genius in AI. The production team praised his ability to capture the character’s contradictions — a cold, polished exterior hiding real loneliness underneath — calling it a role built for his particular strengths as an actor.
Chaebol Show Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Drama | What a Boss Wants (working title) |
| Network | MBN |
| Based On | Web novel of the same name |
| Lead Actor | Sung Hoon as Kwon Do Hyuk |
| Genre | Romance |
| Male Lead’s Profession | Entertainment company CEO, AI expert |
Why Sung Hoon Is a Strong Fit
Sung Hoon has built a loyal following both in Korea and internationally through dramas like Perfect Marriage Revenge, Death’s Game, Woori the Virgin, and Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce), along with stage work in the play Art. His track record with emotionally layered romantic leads makes him a natural pick for a character balancing charisma with vulnerability.
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The Bottom Line
With a compelling premise and Sung Hoon locked in as the lead, “What a Boss Wants” is shaping up to be a promising new romance drama. More casting details and a premiere date are expected soon.
