Park Shin-hye and Go Kyung-pyo to Star in Retro Office Comedy 'Undercover Miss Hong'

tvN's new Saturday-Sunday drama 'Undercover Miss Hong,' set to premiere in January 2026, has officially kicked off production with the release of its first script reading session.

'Undercover Miss Hong' is a vibrant retro office comedy that unfolds in the late 1990s. The story follows Hong Geum-bo (Park Shin-hye), an elite stock market supervisor, as she goes undercover as a twenty-year-old intern at a securities firm to investigate suspicious financial flows.

The drama boasts a star-studded cast, including Park Shin-hye, who returns to tvN after an eight-year hiatus, alongside Go Kyung-pyo, Ha Yoon-kyung, and Jo Han-gyeol. It's also helmed by Director Park Sun-ho, known for hits like 'Wok of Love' and 'Business Proposal,' and written by Moon Hyun-kyung, promising a unique blend of workplace humor and nostalgia.

The script reading, held on the 3rd, saw the main cast fully engaged. Park Shin-hye flawlessly portrayed both the sharp supervisor and the fresh-faced intern, captivating the room. Go Kyung-pyo exuded charisma as Shin Jung-woo, a cool-headed management consultant who trusts only numbers. Ha Yoon-kyung injected vitality as the witty secretary Go Bok-hee, and Jo Han-gyeol brought a free-spirited charm as the chairman's grandson, Albutt Oh.

Supporting cast members Choi Ji-su and Kang Chae-young will portray Geum-bo's dormmates, promising to highlight themes of friendship and growth. Veteran actors like Lee Deok-hwa and Kim Do-hyun further enhance the drama's quality. Yuna, a member of K-pop group ITZY, will also make a special appearance, adding extra energy to the production.

Expressing her excitement, Park Shin-hye remarked, "Every character is so well-realized. It feels like it will be an exhilarating undercover mission. Please look forward to it with lots of love." Go Kyung-pyo added, "It's an honor to work together. We will work hard to create a drama you can enjoy." Ha Yoon-kyung shared, "The atmosphere is great, and the script is fun, so I believe a good drama will come out. There are many hidden secrets, so please watch how the story unfolds." Jo Han-gyeol highlighted, "It's a drama that blends genre elements with comedy, making it highly immersive."

'Undercover Miss Hong' is all set to transport viewers to the nostalgic world of 1990s office life in January 2026.

Fans are buzzing with excitement about Park Shin-hye's return to tvN after eight years and the unique 90s retro comedy concept. The chemistry between Park Shin-hye and Go Kyung-pyo is a particular point of anticipation, with netizens expressing their eagerness to see this "trusted cast" collaborate.