Big Bang's T.O.P Returns To Small Screen Opposite Ueno Juri In Web Drama 'Secret Message'

As Big Bang's MADE Tour continues to wind down, VIPs may be wondering what their favorite k-pop idols will be up to now that their 2015 comeback is coming to an end.

T.O.P fangirls are in for a treat, as the rapper will soon head back small screen for your weekly viewing pleasure.

According to reports, Big Bang's T.O.P is set to begin starring in a new global web drama opposite Japanese actress Ueno Juri. The drama entitled "Secret Message" depicts a love story between a Korean man named Woo-hyun (played by T.O.P), and a Japanese woman named Haruka (played by Ueno). The drama will begin airing on Nov. 2.

At a press conference for "Secret Message," T.O.P expressed his desire to show how his acting has improved since his last role in the drama "Iris."

"It has been seven years since my last drama 'Iris.' I have tried my best with a strong sense of responsibility to show people how I have improved as an actor," said T.O.P.

T.O.P also expressed excitement about working with Ueno, who is known for roles in Japanese dramas such a "Nodame Cantabile" and "Last Friends."

"Because I enjoyed Ueno Juri's dramas, I was very excited and was looking forward to meeting her when I heard she was cast as my partner," explained T.O.P.

Korea Times reports that "Secret Message" will be comprised of 18 episodes and each episode will have 10 minute runtime. The episodes will be streamed via Naver TV Cast and LINE TV. The drama will also air in Japan on DTV.

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