Four Hands (TV series)

Four Hands
Hangul
포핸즈
RRPohaenjeu
MRP'ohaenjŭ
Genre
Written byShin Yi-won
Directed byPark Hyun-seok
Starring
Country of originSouth Korea
Original languageKorean
Production
Production companies
Original release
NetworktvN

Four Hands (Korean포핸즈) is an upcoming South Korean television series written by Shin Yi-won, directed by Park Hyun-seok, and starring Song Kang, Lee Jun-young, and Jang Gyu-ri. It is scheduled to premiere on tvN in the second half of 2026, and will also be available for streaming on TVING.

Synopsis

Set in an arts high school, the series follows the lives of three young people Kang Bi-o, Choi Jeong-yo, and Hong Jae-in who meet at an arts high school, exploring their friendships, romances, rivalries, and personal growth as they navigate their school days and evolve into accomplished adult pianists.

Cast

Main

A man who is regarded as a potential competitor for the top three piano competitions globally, having continually achieved first place in both academic pursuits and piano proficiency.
Born into a tough family, he neglected his talents. But when he arrives at Korea Arts High School, he runs into the piano genius he was once totally into.
A viola major who possesses a keen musical sensibility and an exceptional ability to recognize melodies. However, her pursuit of music that resonates with her is an ongoing challenge.

Supporting

Production

Development

Produced by Studio Dragon, Studio N and Namoo Actors, Park Hyun-seok, who helmed Song of the Bandits (2023) and Knock-Off, was attached to direct, and Shin Yi-won was in charge for the screenplay.[4] Four Hands is an original work by Studio N. The series' title refers to a piano term for a four-handed performance.[5][2]

Casting

On June 30, 2025, Song Kang was considering the drama as the comeback project following his discharge from the military, and Lee Jun-young was considering it on September 2.[6][7] In November 2025, Jang Gyu-ri, Kim Joo-hun, Yoon Se-ah, and Jung Jin-young were reportedly cast.[8][9][10][3]

By January 2026, Song, Lee, and Jang were officially confirmed to lead the series.[1]

Filming

Principal photography began in the second half of 2025.[11]

Release

Four Hands is scheduled to premiere on tvN in the second half of 2026, and will also be available for streaming on TVING.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b c d Jeong, Hee-yeon (January 26, 2026). '전역' 송강 다시 고등학생…'포핸즈’ 이준영-장규리 음악 천재 된다 [공식] [Official: Song Kang returns to high school after military discharge… Lee Jun-young and Jang Gyu-ri from Four Hands become musical geniuses]. Sports Donga (in Korean). Retrieved January 26, 2026.
  2. ^ a b c d Lee, Ho-young (November 22, 2025). [단독] 윤세아X김주헌, 송강→이준영 대세 다 모인 '포핸즈' (종합) [Exclusive: Yoon Se-ah and Kim Joo-heon join Four Hands, a show that brings together the best of Song Kang and Lee Jun-young]. iMBC (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.
  3. ^ a b Kim, Ye-eun (November 25, 2025). 단독: 정진영, 송강 할아버지 된다...'포핸즈' 합류 [Exclusive: Jung Jin-young becomes Song Kang's grandfather... joins Four Hands]. Xporrs News (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.
  4. ^ Ha, Su-jeong (January 26, 2026). "Song Kang, Lee Jun-young, Jang Gyu-ri Star in 'Four Hands' Drama, Musical Prodigies Tale to Premiere Late 2026 on tvN". OSEN. Retrieved March 2, 2026 – via The Chosun Daily.
  5. ^ Chae, Seong-oh (October 9, 2025). 단독: "웹툰 IP 아냐"...네웹 자회사 스튜디오N, '포핸즈' 제작 [Exclusive: "Not a webtoon IP"... Neweb subsidiary Studio N to produce Four Hands]. Digital Daily (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.
  6. ^ Kang, Hyo-jin (June 30, 2025). [단독]송강, 전역 후 피아니스트로 컴백...드라마 '포핸즈' 주인공(종합) [Exclusive: Song Kang to Return as Pianist After Military Service... Starring in Drama Four Hands (Comprehensive)]. SPOTV (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.
  7. ^ Park, A-reum (September 2, 2025). 이준영, 송강 만나나? '포핸즈' 제안받고 검토중[공식] [Official: Lee Jun-young to meet Song Kang? Considering offer for Four Hands]. Newsen (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.
  8. ^ Moon, Ji-yeon (November 13, 2025). [단독] 장규리, 송강 만난다..'포핸즈' 주인공 [Exclusive: Jang Gyu-ri meets Song Kang in Four Hands as the female lead]. Sports Chosun (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.
  9. ^ Lee, Ho-young (November 21, 2025). [단독] 송강X이준영 '포핸즈', 김주헌 출격 [Exclusive: Song Kang and Lee Jun-young's Four Hands, Kim Joo-hun's appearance]. iMBC (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.
  10. ^ Lee, Ho-young (November 21, 2025). [단독] 윤세아, 이준영·송강과 '포핸즈'로 연기호흡 [Exclusive: Yoon Se-ah to Act with Lee Jun-young and Song Kang in Four Hands]. iMBC (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.
  11. ^ Han, Ju-yeon (June 30, 2025). 송강, 제대하자마자 심장 저격?...청춘 멜로 '포핸즈'로 복귀하나 [Song Kang, ready to steal hearts immediately after his military discharge? Will he return with the youth melodrama Four Hands]. Sports Worldi (in Korean). Retrieved January 4, 2026.