Lee Junho takes bold step with new one-man agency, gears up for high-profile acting comeback
Sources close to Junho reveal that preparations are in full swing for the agency's launch, with the name still under wraps. He's bringing together a team of trusted professionals, many of whom he's worked with in the past. Yang Hye Young, a seasoned expert in entertainment marketing who previously spearheaded CJ ENM's brand strategy division, will be working with him. Yang will be taking on a major role, helping guide the agency's operations and shaping Junho's next steps.
Junho is preparing to fully transition into his acting career by mid-May, with two exciting new projects on the horizon. After his successful 2023 drama King the Land, Junho is set to mix things up with Typhoon Boss and Cashero.
In Typhoon Boss, Junho will play Kang Taepung, a young CEO battling to save his father's business during the 1997 IMF crisis—offering a story of resilience and hope. In Cashero, he'll dive into a comedic role as Kang Sang Woong, a regular government worker with supernatural abilities, bringing a fresh side of his talent to fans.
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