In "Saimdang", Lee Young-ae will play the role of Shin Saimdang, a famous female painter, writer and poet during the Joseon Dynasty, and interpret her extraordinary life. This character is regarded as a model of Korean women for her virtue, intelligence and outstanding artistic attainments. Her character image was even printed on the largest 50,000 won banknote officially issued in 2009, and the character image on the 5,000 won banknote is her son Lee Il, a famous Confucian scholar in the Joseon Dynasty. It is reported that the story of "Saimdang" will be presented in the Joseon Dynasty and the modern era, and Lee Young-ae will play two roles: a university art history lecturer and Saimdang. After accidentally discovering Saimdang's diary and the mysterious beauty painting, the art lecturer, also played by Lee Young-ae, embarked on a journey to explore the legendary woman "Saimdang". The production team of "Saimdang" said, "Although we dare not say that we considered Lee Young-ae to play the leading role at the beginning of planning, her classical beauty and elegant image are very consistent with the character of Saimdang. Even if you imagine the Saimdang portrayed by Lee Young-ae, you will be moved." The production team said that the drama will be broadcast in early 2017 after all the filming and production are completed, so stay tuned!