Virus fears: JTBC dramas stop filming

From left: Seohyun and Shin Sae-kyeong

By Ko Dong-hwan

Two JTBC dramas ― “Private Life” and “Run On” ― studded with triple-A actors have halted production indefinitely after some staffers were tested for COVID-19.

A production associate for “Private Life” said one of the drama's crew had been tested and was awaiting the result, Newsis said Thursday.

The crew member had visited the site of another TV production where a visitor had tested positive for the coronavirus. The crew member did not have direct contact with the person but was tested as a precaution.

The show representative said the drama's filming schedule would be delayed depending on the test result. The show was originally scheduled to air on Sept. 16.

K-pop girl band Girls' Generation member Seohyun plays a main character in the show that revolves around a group of conmen battling a large conglomerate.

A “Run On” production member also was tested for the virus and began self-quarantine after directly contacting a person who possibly had COVID-19.

A show representative said the drama's filming was suspended on Thursday to protect the actors and production crew.

Slated to air before the end of this year, the drama includes successful idol singer-turned-actor Yim Si-wan of ZE:A and romantic comedy queen Shin Sae-kyeong.