Fans of Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo hoping for a second season are likely to be disappointed.
Despite the ongoing popularity of the 2016 drama and strong viewer demand, some issues related to the cast make a continuation very unlikely.
The historical romance, featuring Lee Joon Gi and IU, captured audiences with its emotional storytelling and strong cast.
However, nearly ten years later, the production team has not confirmed a sequel. Troubling events involving some key actors help explain the lack of news.
One significant hurdle is actor Ji Soo, who played Prince Wang Jung. Although he received praise for his performance, Ji Soo's career took a major hit due to a 2021 scandal involving school violence and sexual misconduct.
These allegations led to his early exit from KeyEast Entertainment and his withdrawal from acting projects, including the historical drama River Where the Moon Rises.
Ji Soo has since apologized and is reportedly trying to restart his career in the Philippine entertainment industry, but his past continues to overshadow any potential reunion.
Another major issue relates to the late actor Jo Min Ki, who portrayed King Taejo. In 2018, he faced accusations of sexually harassing several students during his time as a university professor.
He later admitted to the allegations and tragically took his own life. This scandal seriously damaged his reputation and affected productions linked to him.
Given these controversies surrounding key cast members, many fans and industry insiders think that making a second season with the original cast would be both challenging and contentious.
Despite the show's popularity and the public's ongoing interest, especially after Lee Joon Gi mentioned a possible "happy ending" reunion scene, the situation involving key actors has likely determined the fate of Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo season 2.
