K-drama lovers, your next binge is almost here. JTBC’s Reborn Rookie just dropped a brand-new poster and it’s giving us major quirky, heartwarming vibes. Here’s the full scoop.
What Is Reborn Rookie About?
The drama follows Kang Yong Ho, the powerful chairman of leading conglomerate Choi Sung Group, who is revered as a business genius. After an accident, his soul swaps into the youthful body of a soccer player named Hwang Jun Hyun, forcing him to start over as a rookie employee at his own company.
Think: a boss becoming his own intern. The cringe and comedy potential here is off the charts.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Drama Title | Reborn Rookie |
| Network | JTBC |
| Premiere Date | May 30, 2026 |
| Broadcast Time | 10:40 PM KST |
| Genre | Fantasy / Comedy / Drama |
Cast Highlights
Son Hyun Joo plays the original Kang Yong Ho, while Lee Jun Young portrays Hwang Jun Hyun — the young soccer player whose body the chairman inhabits. Lee Ju Myoung plays Kang Bang Geul, the chairman’s youngest daughter, who ends up standing by his side despite the bizarre circumstances.
The new poster captures this odd-couple energy perfectly — Hwang Jun Hyun stands with strong presence while Kang Bang Geul firmly grips his collar, with the caption teasing “family-like(?) teamwork.”
Lee Jun Young, known for his versatile performances across Netflix’s D.P., Mask Girl, and When Life Gives You Tangerines, has earned a reputation as one of the most unconventional actors of his generation. For a deeper dive into his career, check out his Wikipedia page. Wikipedia
Why You Should Watch?
This isn’t just another soul-swap story. The father-daughter dynamic at the heart of Reborn Rookie — where the dad literally can’t reveal who he is — promises genuine emotional weight beneath all the comedy. With a stellar cast and JTBC’s track record for quality dramas, this one looks like a winner.
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