From Lee Jun-ho to Lee Chae-min: Yoona’s Former Co-Stars Team Up in Netflix’s ‘Cashero’

On December 22nd, presentation of the production for Cashero was held at The Westin Seoul Parnas. Director Lee Chang-min attended along with cast members Lee Jun-ho, Kim Hye-jun, Kim Byung-chul, Kim Hyang-gi, Lee Chae-min and Kang Han-na. The event was hosted by broadcaster Park Kyung-lim.

One of the most important moments was the meeting between Lee Jun-ho – now firmly established as an “audience guarantee” after three consecutive projects have exceeded double digits of viewers – and Lee Chae-min, who recently rose to prominence thanks Bon appetit, Your Majesty. The pair attracted special attention as both actors had previously worked with Girls’ Generation’s Im Yoona, making their collaboration Cashero all the more remarkable. Known for his romantic success in JTBC King of the EarthLee Jun-ho now meets Lee Chae-min, a rising romance specialist from tvN’s Bon appetit, Your Majestyin an unconventional hero series.

Playing the hero and villain respectively, Lee Jun-ho and Lee Chae-min openly praised each other, raising anticipation for the series. Lee Chae-min, who plays Jonathan, the ruthless heir to a crime syndicate who stops at nothing to achieve his goals, shared: “It was an honor to work together. I learned so much from Lee Jun-ho. I kept thinking, ‘How can someone be so cool?’ He is known for dancing, but this shows how well he uses his body during action scenes. He added, “Watching him handle everything made me question whether I could ever do the same. He gave me courage and guided me a lot. It felt like I was shooting a dream.”

In response, Lee Jun-ho joked, “Did you prepare it in advance?” before thanking the “rising star” for his kind words. “I saw how seriously he prepared even before filming started. Our chemistry went really well and acting with Lee Chae-min was really fun. I even wish we had had more scenes together,” he said with a smile.

Lee Jun-ho also attracted attention for reuniting with Kim Hye-jun, his former JTBC on-screen sister. Rain or shine seven years ago, this time as romantic partners Cashero. “I clearly remember working together back then,” Lee said. “When we met again, I told her she hadn’t changed at all. She’s always bright and full of good energy.” Han Han, which also applies Rain or shineadding, “We didn’t share many scenes back then, so working together now was even more fun. I’m grateful that both of them (Kim Hye-jun and Kang Han-na) joined this project.”

The meetings also extended to Lee Chae-min and Kang Han-na, who had previously worked together Bon appetit, Your Majesty. Haw-na-na-na-na commented, “We got it right away. In the confrontation scenes, his eyes looked really intimidating. He’s truly a rising star among the bad guys.”

What sets Cashero aside from the typical superhero dramas there is its emotional core. Before the show’s release, Lee Jun-ho explained, “Money may seem important, but the story ultimately shows that what really matters is the heart. It’s not just about using superpowers, but about choosing to help others sincerely.” He added it the everyday realism of the series creates many relatable moments.

Director Lee Chang-min echoed this sentiment, saying: “Helping someone isn’t about having superpowers, but about intention and heart. I hope viewers watch as Sang-woong grows and learns to use his abilities.”

Closing the event, Lee Jun-ho shared his hopes for the show’s success: “When many people watch a project, their hearts are enriched. I hope that our efforts are rewarded with a lot of love and I hope that many people enjoy it Cashero.”

Cashero follows Kang Sang-woong (Lee Jun-ho), an ordinary salaried civil servant struggling with wedding expenses and house prices, who gains super strength proportional to the amount of money he has. Torn between everyday expenses and his new powers, he becomes a relatable hero, paycheck to paycheck.

Since its release on December 26, Cashero ranked first in Netflix’s Korean TV series category and entered the Top 10 in 66 countries around the world, confirming its strong global momentum. The series is currently streaming on Netflix.

Sources: Daum

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