Han Eun Jung As First Lady Yuk Young Soo

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The biography of former presiden President Park Jung Hee's wife Yuk Young Soo will be made into a film.

On the 11th, according to film production company Drama Bank, "The biography of Yuk Young Soo will be produced into film 'First Lady-To Her.'

Famous MBC drama writer Lee Hong Goo of drama 'Toji, the Land' 'One Roof, Three Generations,' and 'A Man Called God' will write the scenario as Director Han Chang Hak will grab the megaphone and Han Eun Jung will play the role of First Lady Yuk Young Soo.

According to a producer, "We are currently deciding on who will play the role of President Park Jung Hee. In addition, Yuk Young Soo's secretary will most likely be played by an idol star. All casting will be completed by the end of June."

'First Lady-To Her' will begin filming at the end of July for approximately three months in Yuk Young Soo's hometown for its expected release by the end of the year.

The producer continued, "Currently, the lead actors and film distributor have been confirmed. Anticipation grows as 'To Her' will be the first film released surrounding the life of Yuk Young Soo."

Yuk Young Soo was responsible for the economic development and reformation of Korea, among several accomplishments as President Park Jung Hee's wife. She was assassinated on Korean Independence Day in 1974 and passed away at the young age of 49.

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