K-Drama’s Most Anticipated Sequel Is Rocked By Male Lead’s Massive Scandal
Following Dispatch‘s bombshell exclusive about actor Jo Jin Woong (Cho Jin Woong)’s alleged criminal past, K-Drama fans are now heartbroken over what might happen to the second season of Signal (also known as The Second Signal), easily recognized as one of the most anticipated sequels in K-Drama history.
10 Years Of Waiting Paid Off — K-Drama’s Most Anticipated Sequel Even Had Idols Begging For A Return
On December 5, 2025 (KST), Dispatch revealed that Jo Jin Woong has been using his father’s name as his stage name because his real name, Jo Won Joon, is associated with crimes like aggravated robbery and sexual assault.
While the actor’s agency, SARAM Entertainment, is “looking into the allegations,” Korean netizens are convinced that the scandal surrounding Jo Jin Woong, the male lead, is too significant to be overlooked—meaning the future of Signal is now looking more uncertain than ever.
- “WTF.”
- “I waited so long for this. This is devastating.”
- “F*ck! I waited TEN YEARS for this.”
- “I was looking forward to The Second Signal.”
- “People act like they won’t watch, but once he writes an apology and the premiere date gets pushed back a little, I’m sure it’ll air just fine with decent viewership. I highly doubt it’ll get canceled.”
- “I mean, actors with track records of prostitution also do just fine. I don’t think for a second this scandal will get the whole season canceled.”
- “UGH.”
- “Nooo! My Signal!”
- “Oh, what the f*ck…”
- “Ugh.”
- “This is all I’ve been waiting for the past decade… Sigh.”
- “Oh sh*t… How will he compensate for the damages?”
- “Nooo, please no.”
- “This is one of my absolute favorites… I’ve been waiting so long for this second season. What has he done, seriously???”
- “Maybe swap out his face with AI…”
- “Ugh…”
- “WTF!”
- “My Signal…“
- “Why did he have to be in Signal of all things!”
- “This is devastating. I waited so long for this!!!”
The second season of Signal, comprising eight episodes, completed shooting in August 2025 and is, for now, set to premiere on June 6, 2026.
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