NCT's Jeno and Jaemin Make Acting Comeback, Starring in K-Drama 'Wind Up' as High School Athletes

NCT's Jeno and Jaemin are set to showcase their chemistry in the Korean drama "Wind Up." This coming-of-age drama marks their acting comeback after a cameo in the 2018 web drama "A-TEEN." 

Previously, NCT's Jeno and Jaemin shocked fans with their appearance in the final episode of the web drama A-TEEN. The scene begins with Jaemin approaching Jeno after finding a diary with Ha Na's name on it. 

Since there are two Ha Na's at school, the two argue over whether the diary belongs to Do Ha Na (played by Shin Ye Eun) or Kim Ha Na (played by Lee Naeun). Eight years later, NCT's Jeno and Jaemin are back in acting, debuting as the leads in the Korean drama Wind Up. 

SM Entertainment representatives confirmed acting offers for the two in September 2025. The Korean drama Wind Up follows the story of a high school baseball player who suddenly loses his ability to throw strikes and a mysterious transfer student who volunteers to be his manager.

In the Korean drama Wind Up, NCT's Jeno showcases his charm as Woo Jin, a talented athlete on his school's baseball team. Meanwhile, NCT's Jaemin plays Tae Hee, a transfer student who changes his life.

In particular, NCT's Jaemin's appearance has attracted public attention due to his resemblance to veteran actor Namgoong Min. Over the past few years, the two have been described as brothers and are expected to act together.

The broadcast of the Korean drama Wind Up is increasingly anticipated because it is directed by director Kim Sung Ho, who is behind the success of Move to Heaven and Bad Prosecutor. 

The trailer for the Korean drama Wind Up briefly shows the dynamic of NCT's Jeno and Jaemin's friendship, which is initially filled with arguments. Woo Jin is seen having difficulty during baseball practice, leaving his coach anxious. While practicing alone, Tae Hee suddenly appears and offers to be his manager. 

The mysterious transfer student further piques Woo Jin's curiosity, as he learns of her childhood baseball playing history. Although he initially considered Tae Hee a stalker, Woo Jin realizes that she is a reliable figure, making him rise to become a new version of "Woo Jin 2.0." 

Fans of NCT's Jeno and Jaemin can look forward to the broadcast of the Korean drama Wind Up which is scheduled to air on January 16, 2026 on the Korean streaming platform, KITZ.