Rain (Cube Entertainment)

Singer-actor Rain was confirmed to star in the upcoming Chinese drama “Diamond Lover.”

In the drama, the actor will play the CEO of a diamond jewelry firm. The character is to be a perfectionist with a cold personality, but ultimately finds his true love.

The co-starring actress for the drama is said to be famous Chinese actress Tang Yang.

“Rain will participate in the Chinese drama with guarantee of 6 billion won. Due to his popularity and fame in China, Rain was asked
to play the part for an unprecedented offer,” an official of the drama production agency was quoted as saying.

The actor had recently finished filming the SBS drama “My Lovely Girl.” The crank up for the upcoming Chinese drama is scheduled for the beginning of next year.

By Kim Min-jin (minjin103@heraldcorp.com)