Yoo Seung Ho to star as Crown Prince in upcoming period drama 'Ruler - Master of the Mask'

It had only been a year since actor Yoo Seung Ho was seen in the small screen but a year may seem like a lifetime for devoted fans who are anticipating the return of their beloved actor. Luckily for his fans though, Yoo Seung Ho will be gracing the television screen once again as he stars in the upcoming period drama 'Ruler: Master of the Mask."

It should be known that Ruler: Master of the Mask has not been finalized as the series' final title as of yet but according to reports, it will be a historical melodrama which is set in the 18th century. Here, Yoo Seung Ho will play the role of a crown prince who becomes the hope of the people as he battles a powerful secret organization that has been controlling the country from behind the scenes. The said organization has attained power and wealth by greedily privatizing water, an already scarce resource in the country, thus making the people suffer. Get ready to watch Yoo Seung Ho's character strive through the challenges and grow into the kind of ruler his people need him to be. 

Reports say that the period drama wasn't the only offer that the 23-year old had received. However, he chose to accept the role as he had been captivated not only by the script but by the character he has been chosen to play as well. In preparation for his role, Seung Ho would have to strengthen his body as well as gain a good understanding of his character. 

Yoo Seung Ho isn't new to the acting scene. In fact, he started acting at a very young age and gained prominence in the 2002 film 'The Way Home.' The actor has received various awards and prizes for the roles that he has portrayed over the years from different award giving bodies. His most recent role to date is in the film 'Seondal: The Man Who Sells the River' where he portrayed the titular character. He also played a lawyer with hyperthymesia in the MBC TV series 'Remember - War of the Son.'

Written by Park Hye-Jin, Ruler: Master of the Mask is scheduled to premiere sometime in the first half of 2017 on MBC while filming will begin in December after the roles have been finalized.

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