'Crash Course in Romance 2' to premiere on November 16, with NCT's Jisung newly joining

Lee Min-ki, Kwak Sun-young, Heo Sung-tae, and more reunite for the new seasonScript reading scenes revealed, hinting at an expanded investigation scope and intensified teamworkENA's 'Crash,' which recorded the 4th highest viewership rating in the channel's drama history, is returning for Season 2. Expectations are high for the team's chemistry, especially with the addition of new members. /KT Studio Genie[THE FACT|Reporter Kim Saet-byul] Actors Lee Min-ki and Kwak Sun-young, along with the main cast of 'Crash,' are returning with an expanded scale and stronger teamwork, joined by new member Zisung from NCT.The production team of ENA's new Monday-Tuesday drama 'Crash 2: Road of Fury' (written by Oh Soo-jin, directed by Park Joon-woo, hereinafter referred to as 'Crash 2') announced on the 13th, "The premiere has been confirmed for November 16th," and released photos from the script reading session featuring Lee Min-ki, Kwak Sun-young, Heo Sung-tae, Lee Ho-cheol, Moon Hee, and Zisung (Park Ji-sung).'Crash 2' is the second installment of 'Crash,' which aired in 2024. 'Crash' Season 1, which depicted the Traffic Crime Investigation (T.C.I) team tracking down and punishing villains on the road, garnered significant popularity, ranking 4th in ENA's drama viewership history with its fresh concept, exhilarating teamwork, and car chase action.In this season, the Namgang Police Station's T.C.I will be reborn as the National Investigation Headquarters' Wide-Area Investigation Unit. Expanding their investigative jurisdiction nationwide, they will confront more sophisticated and large-scale traffic-related violent crimes, unfolding an investigative drama on a grander scale.The released script reading scenes highlighted the actors' unique performances and the strengthened teamwork. Lee Min-ki returns as Cha Yeon-ho, a character with analytical skills who misses no small clue. Kwak Sun-young plays Min So-hee, possessing practical combat skills and tenacious investigative instincts, showcasing her unyielding charisma.Heo Sung-tae anchors the drama as Jeong Chae-man, the reliable pillar of T.C.I. Having lost his wife in a hit-and-run accident, Jeong Chae-man will lead another storyline this season with a new pursuit. Lee Ho-cheol portrays Woo Dong-gi, a traffic crime analyst with excellent observational and data analysis skills, displaying a charm that contrasts with his rugged appearance and maintaining a humorous rapport with his teammates. Moon Hee adds vitality to T.C.I as Eo Hyeon-gyeong, an action-oriented character with both information-gathering skills and martial arts prowess.The performance of Park Ji-sung, who newly joined for Season 2, is also a highlight. He plays Ji Dae-se, a rookie officer at the Namgang Police Station who admires T.C.I. As a fresh recruit with judo skills, his synergy with the existing members is highly anticipated.The reunion of the production team and main cast also raises expectations. Director Park Joon-woo, who also directed 'Crash' and 'The Fiery Priest' Season 1, has teamed up again with writer Oh Soo-jin.The production team stated, "As the scope of investigation has expanded nationwide, the traffic crimes that T.C.I will face will become more sophisticated and the scale will increase," adding, "Please look forward to the relentless pursuit of T.C.I to bring down more intricate crimes and their enhanced teamwork."'Crash 2,' planned for a total of 12 episodes, will premiere on November 16th at 10 PM on ENA, and will also be available on Genie TV and Disney+.sstar1204@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]