TVING original series "Proxy CSAT" has completed a perfect lineup from rising stars Bae Hyun-seong, Cha Kang-yoon, Park Yoon-ho to trusted actors Uhm Ji-won, Park Hyuk-kwon and Baek Ji-won.

The TVING original series "Proxy CSAT," scheduled to be released in 2026 (directed by Park So-yeon, written by Choi Soo, produced by Studio Dragon⋅Sidus⋅Studio Wooyoungsoo, presented by TVING), is a manipulated crime thriller that unfolds as a special low-income scholarship student who ranked first in the entire school at a famous private high school watches the proxy CSAT arranged by a blackmailer who holds his weakness. Children are placed on an exam stage where they will fall behind in life if they do not safely finish the CSAT. To obtain the "score" that will determine their future, a survival CSAT war unfolds thrillingly with betrayals and tricks everywhere. It is expected to expose the dark side of entrance exams unflinchingly through the "unfair" children who search for the correct answer amid extreme dilemmas.

Attention is focused on this new work presented by TVING, which has consecutively succeeded with academy-themed pieces using unusual material such as , , and I Am A Running Mate. In addition, director Park So-yeon of , who opened a new horizon for academy stories, and rookie writer Choi Soo have joined forces to excite drama fans even more. Above all, expectations are high for the synergy of unique rising stars such as Bae Hyun-seong, Cha Kang-yoon and Park Yoon-ho. Trusted actors such as Uhm Ji-won, Park Hyuk-kwon and Baek Ji-won also join to raise the level of perfection.

Bae Hyun-seong plays Nam Jae-yeop, a hexagon full of a gold spoon background, warm visuals and excellent grades, but everything is a mask. As he begins to deviate from the life plan his father wants, his inferiority toward Kang Geon-tae (played by Cha Kang-yoon) also explodes. As cracks start to form in his perfect daily life, he begins to run amok like a grenade with the pin pulled. Bae Hyun-seong, who left an impression through Shin's Project, depicts the extreme-sided Nam Jae-yeop in three dimensions. Bae Hyun-seong said, "I felt it was a very interesting work with weighty meaning worth thinking about. I expect to show new feelings and emotions through the character Jae-yeop," adding, "Above all, I wanted to participate because I had the desire to impactfully express scenes that can show the relationship with Geon-tae."

Cha Kang-yoon transforms into Kang Geon-tae, the miracle of a "special low-income scholarship student" who does not lose the top rank at Jeonggyeong High, where wealthy people abound. He drew a perfect blueprint toward the first cornerstone of life, the "prestigious university," but the choices he made to survive return as the only stain. He is a figure who falls into a whirlpool by Nam Jae-yeop's irresistible proposal amid the greatest crisis of his life. Attention is also focused on Cha Kang-yoon's different transformation, who was noticed through and . Cha Kang-yoon said, "I am filled with a different excitement and expectation because I am taking on a character who must lead the story for the first time. It is truly an honor. I sincerely thank the director and the writer," adding, "As it is a different thriller genre, there are many scenes that require not only acting I wanted to challenge but also a variety of emotions. I will prepare and perform earnestly and passionately, so please look forward to it."

Park Yoon-ho plays Joo Hee-dong, whose friend Kang Geon-tae is both his pride and idol. Unlike himself, who is mediocre in ability and family background, he feels a peculiar pride that he is the only friend to whom the exceptionally capable Kang Geon-tae confides his inner thoughts. Park Yoon-ho, who delivered impactful performances in and , vividly unravels the twist of Joo Hee-dong, who undergoes a fierce change as he faces Kang Geon-tae's secret. Park Yoon-ho said, "I am grateful for the great opportunity to join 'Proxy CSAT.' Every step of the process of working together excites and fills me with expectation," adding, "I will do my best sincerely to bring good energy to the work."

The synergy of trusted actors who will emphasize completeness is also expected. Uhm Ji-won plays Shim Kyung-o, an elite mom with many secrets who gave up her career to focus on her son's entrance exams. After becoming entangled with Kang Geon-tae by an unexpected incident, she recalls feelings she had forgotten. Uhm Ji-won said, "The script had good density, and each character's charm came alive and was interesting. Thanks to the director, the writer and the excellent teamwork of the production staff, I think we can make a good work," stimulating expectations.

Park Hyuk-kwon plays Nam Dong-sik, the father who is the object of Nam Jae-yeop's fear and a candidate for district mayor. Underlying him is a compensation mentality that one should receive as much as one has given, and he shows violence whenever expectations are disappointed. Park Hyuk-kwon said, "It is a work with a meticulous and delicate structure and well-crafted emotional lines for the characters. I will analyze Nam Dong-sik well and prepare so that I can maximize the fun of the script."

Baek Seon-hee, whose only driving force in life is her son Nam Jae-yeop, is passionately played by Baek Ji-won. She has an innocent personality but is unhesitating when something interferes with Nam Jae-yeop's future, and she transforms in matters related to her son. Baek Ji-won, who has shown overwhelming presence with boundless acting, is expected to complete Baek Seon-hee.

Meanwhile, the TVING original series "Proxy CSAT" will be released on TVING in 2026.<

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