SHINee's Onew Confirmed for New Sitcom "Welcome to Noyal Villa"

We recently reported that Onew was a strong candidate to star in the new jTBC sitcom, “Welcome to Noyal Villa,” and now it has been confirmed!

A source from SM Entertainment stated, “Onew has decided to appear in ‘Welcome to Noyal Villa.'” The source added, “Although Onew has a busy schedule with the Japanese Arena Tour and other activities, he will do his best and fully engage in the filming.”

“Welcome to Noyal Villa” will comically protray the stories of people living in a royal villa. Notably, it will be filmed in front of a live studio audience. jTBC plans to invite 30 people for each recording as the audience.

Comedian Kim Byung Man and actor Ahn Nae Sang will also be starring in the sitcom. It is directed by Kim Suk Yoon, who also directed the critically acclaimed sitcom, “I Live in Cheongdamdong.”