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k-drama5/31/2026
[이준영] Soul-Swapping Transformation in JTBC's New Drama 'New Employee Chairman Kang'
Actor Lee Jun-young has captivated audiences in his new role as Hwang Jun-hyun in the JTBC drama 'New Employee Chairman Kang', which premiered on the 30th. Following a fateful collision, the character's body becomes inhabited by the soul of Choi Sung Group Chairman Kang Yong-ho, portrayed by Son Hyun-joo. The drama started with a solid viewership rating of 3.7%. In the upcoming second episode airing on the 31st at 10:30 PM, Lee Jun-young’s character is set to hold a high-stakes emergency press conference to deliver a shocking declaration that will impact the plot significantly.
- Lee Jun-young stars as soccer player Hwang Jun-hyun, whose body swaps souls with Chairman Kang Yong-ho (played by Son Hyun-joo) following an unexpected head-collision accident.
- The drama 'New Employee Chairman Kang' recorded a 3.7% viewership rating for its first episode and is generating buzz for the intense performance of Lee Jun-young as he navigates the complex duality of his character.
Q: Why is this trending?
A: The drama is trending due to the compelling soul-swap premise between Lee Jun-young and veteran actor Son Hyun-joo, which resulted in an strong 3.7% viewership debut and heightened anticipation for the protagonist's upcoming emergency press conference.


