Actor Lee Bong Joon is reportedly joining the cast of Netflix's highly anticipated medical drama The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call Season 2, adding another new face to the popular series.
On November 6, reports revealed that Lee Bong Joon is in talks to appear in the upcoming season of The Trauma Code, which stars Ju Ji Hoon and Choo Young Woo.
His agency, Lucky Company, responded to the casting news, stating, "We are positively discussing his appearance."
Although the agency has not officially confirmed his participation, industry sources claim that his casting is nearly finalized.
If confirmed, Lee Bong Joon will continue his growing presence on Netflix following his appearance in the series Get Schooled, which premiered in June.
The actor recently attracted attention for his performance as Jo Gyu Cheol, a major antagonist in Get Schooled. His portrayal of a cold and intimidating character earned notice for its intense expressions and detailed acting.
Now, viewers are curious to see what kind of character he could portray in the medical drama, although details about his possible role have not been revealed.
The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call follows Baek Kang Hyuk, played by Ju Ji Hoon, a brilliant surgeon with experience treating patients in dangerous environments who joins a struggling hospital trauma team.
The first season gained international popularity and entered Netflix's Top 10 rankings in 63 countries. Following its success, production of Seasons 2 and 3 was confirmed.
Several original cast members are expected to return, including Ju Ji Hoon as Baek Kang Hyuk, Choo Young Woo as Yang Jae Won, Yoon Kyung Ho as Han Yoo Rim, and Jung Jae Kwang as Park Kyung Won.
Meanwhile, former Lovelyz member Jeong Ye In has reportedly joined the new season as nurse Cheon Jang Mi, replacing Ha Young following controversy surrounding her great-grandfather's reported pro-Japanese activities during Korea's colonial period.
Born in 1995, Lee Bong Joon made his debut in the 2020 musical Jesus before appearing in several stage productions. He later expanded his career into television dramas, including Youth of May, Alchemy of Souls, Chief Detective 1958, The Witch, and Resident Playbook.
With the original cast preparing to return and new actors reportedly joining the lineup, anticipation continues to grow for the next chapter of Netflix's medical drama.
Lee Bong Joon's exact role and the official premiere date for The Trauma Code Season 2 have yet to be announced.
