'Trauma Center', without Ha-young, will have seasons 2 and 3 produced simultaneously... Jung Ye-in joins

Joo Ji-hoon&Choo Young-Woo&Yoon Kyung-ho&Jung Jae-gwang Return as Original LeadsJung Ye-in Makes a New Start as Veteran Nurse Chun Jang-miActors Joo Ji-hoon, Choo Young-Woo, Jung Ye-in, Jung Jae-gwang, and Yoon Kyung-ho (from top left, clockwise) will join Netflix's new original series 'Trauma Center' for seasons 2 and 3. / Agencies[THE FACT|Reporter Kim Saet-byeol] 'Trauma Center' is returning with Joo Ji-hoon, Choo Young-Woo, Yoon Kyung-ho, and Jung Jae-gwang. Actress Jung Ye-in will newly join the cast, filling the spot left by Ha Young, who stepped down due to controversy over her great-grandfather's pro-Japanese activities.Netflix announced on the 19th, "We have confirmed the production and casting for 'Trauma Center' seasons 2 and 3," adding, "Newcomer Jung Ye-in will join the existing main cast, including Joo Ji-hoon, Choo Young-Woo, Yoon Kyung-ho, and Jung Jae-gwang, to continue their performances."'Trauma Center' is a story about genius surgeon Baek Kang-hyuk (played by Joo Ji-hoon), who used to work on battlefields, taking charge of a struggling trauma team to save it. Season 1, released in January 2025, received acclaim for its thrilling plot and the actors' enjoyable teamwork, ranking in the Netflix TOP 10 in 63 countries worldwide.The most notable change this season is the casting, as Ha Young, who was part of season 1, has departed.Ha Young's departure stemmed from the controversy surrounding her great-grandfather's pro-Japanese activities. In August, Ha Young mentioned her great-grandfather while introducing her family's medical background on the KBS2 entertainment program 'Problem Child in House'. Subsequently, controversy arose when records revealed that her great-grandfather, Ahn Sang-ho, had participated in pro-Japanese organizations during the Japanese colonial period.Her agency initially denied the allegations but changed its stance and apologized after confirming the relevant records. Ha Young also expressed her remorse in a handwritten apology letter, stating that she regretted proudly mentioning her great-grandfather without fully knowing her family history. Netflix then announced that Ha Young would not appear in subsequent seasons, respecting the actress's position.Jung Ye-in will fill the void left by Ha Young. Jung Ye-in debuted in 2014 as a member of the group LOVELYZ and gained popularity with songs like 'Ah-Choo' and 'Destiny'. She also ventured into acting in 2017, playing a younger version of Moon Chae-won in tvN's 'Criminal Minds'. After her exclusive contract with the group ended in 2021, she expanded her career as an actress, appearing in dramas such as 'The Country I Want to Be an Insider' and 'My Friend's Graduation Ceremony', and steadily building her acting experience.Attention is focused on how Jung Ye-in, who was newly cast as the veteran nurse Chun Jang-mi of the trauma team after a fierce audition, will interact with the existing cast.'Trauma Center' Season 2 depicts Baek Kang-hyuk and the trauma team struggling to overcome the limitations of the medical system and protect the golden time for life and death amidst larger disasters and unpredictable crises. Expectations are high for how the team, which overcame crises together in Season 1, will perform in new situations.Joo Ji-hoon will once again portray Baek Kang-hyuk, continuing his bold performance. Choo Young-Woo will depict the transformation of Yang Jae-won, who grows as Baek Kang-hyuk's successor. Yoon Kyung-ho will add humor as Han Yu-rim, who has been promoted to the head of the planning and coordination office at Korea University Hospital, and Jung Jae-gwang will continue the team's chemistry as Park Kyung-won.There are also changes in the production team. Director Lee Do-yoon will be in charge of the script for Season 2, and for Season 3, Director Lee Do-yoon will collaborate with writer Tomasz.'Trauma Center' Seasons 2 and 3 will be released on Netflix.sstar1204@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]