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Jo In Sung’s Movie ‘Escape from Mogadishu' Sweep Nominations at 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards

 

After raking positive views and overwhelming response from the public, Jo In Sung's movie "Escape from Mogadishu" is making it to the 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards.

 

The award-giving body was first launched in 1963 that aims to promote the development of the local film industry by recognizing the performance and achievement of various shows, artists, and the person behind it.

 

As the ceremony's officials gear up with the much-awaited event, they have announced the list of nominees for the 15 out of 18 categories for this year.

 

'Escape from Mogadishu' Bags 13 Nominations at 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards

 

Slated on November 26, which will take place at Yeouido KBS Hall, viewers will get to watch South Korea's brightest star as they gather for the Blue Dragon Film Awards 2021.

Prior to the main event, the officials revealed the nominees for this year's annual event.

 

Interestingly, "Escape from Mogadishu" gained 13 nods featuring major categories.

It includes Best Picture, Best Director (Ryu Seung Wan,) Best Actor (Jo In Sung and Kim Yoon Seok,) Supporting Actor (Koo Kyo Hwan and Heo Joon Ho), Best Screenplay and more.

 

As for Jo In Sung and Kim Yoon Seok, joining the Best Actor nomination are Byun Yo Han and Sol Kyung Gu for "The Book Of Fish," and lastly, Song Joong Ki for "Space Sweepers."

Speaking of the Hallyu star's film, the adventure sci-fi movie received eight nominations, while "The Book of Fish" has nine nods.

 

Based on a true story, "Escape from Mogadishu" follows the story of a group of South and North Korean who work in the embassy and their near-death experience in the middle of the Somali Civil War.

Helmed by "The Battleship Island" and "The Berlin File" PD Ryu Seung Wan, the action film showcases a roster of talented stars including Jo In Sung, Kim Yoon Seok, Koo Kyo Hwan, Heo Joon Ho, and more.

 

'Escape from Mogadishu' Hits Record-Breaking Achievement

 

Apart from its nomination at the 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards, Jo In Sung's movie has received a slew of achievements since its release.

Not only did it become the first South Korean movie to exceed 2 Million Moviegoers in 2021, but "Escape from Mogadishu" is also hailed as the country's biggest box office hit of the year after eclipsing Marvel's "Black Widow" starring Scarlett Johansson.

Adding to the movie's slew of recognition, "Escape from Mogadishu" won six awards, the 30th Annual Buil Film Awards in October.

It took home Best Film, Best Supporting Actor (Heo Joon Ho,) Popular Star Award Male Category (Jo In Sung,) Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Music.

 

Jo In Sung Talks About Starring in 'Escape from Mogadishu'

 

Prior to the film's premiere, the "It's Okay, That's Love" star says that he is grateful "that everything is going smoothly" during the movie's production.

Moreover, he also talked about "Escape from Mogadishu" being his first movie since he turned 40.

He explained that he wanted to star in "more diverse pieces" both from dramas, variety shows, and movies, adding, "I hope to increase the opportunities I have to communicate with you all more freely."

 

https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/122554/20211031/jo-sung-s-movie-escape-mogadishu-sweep-nominations-42nd-blue.htm

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'Escape from Mogadishu' leads nominations for 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards

The nominations for the 42nd annual Blue Dragon Film Awards were announced Monday with director Ryoo Seung-wan's "Escape from Mogadishu" taking the lead as the most nominated film.

"Escape from Mogadishu," which drew the highest number of moviegoers among films released this year, received 10 nominations for awards. Based on a true story, the film follows stranded South Korean and North Korean embassy workers who join hands to escape Somalia during the civil war in 1991. Among the 10 nominations were those for Best Picture and Best Director.

Actors Kim Yoon-seok and Zo In-sung were nominated for Best Actor, while Koo Kyo-hwan was nominated for Best Supporting Actor.

The film was recently selected to compete for the Best International Feature Film at the 94th Academy Awards.

"'Escape from Mogadishu' impresses viewers with quality action and suspense, well combined with the dramatic story of inter-Korean tension and cooperation," the Korean Film Council said, explaining the reason behind the movie being selected as Korea's Oscar entry this year.

The action blockbuster was also invited to this year's New York Asian Film Festival and Korean Film Festival in Paris as the opening film. It garnered about 3.61million ticket sales in the box office when it was released in July.

The 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards ceremony will take place Nov. 26 at KBS Hall in Seoul.

 

https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2021/11/398_318012.html

 

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‘The Classic’ Cast Update 2021: Is There a Possibility for Jo In Sung and Son Ye Jin to Reunite in Another Movie?

 

Since the movie "The Classic" aired during the early 2000s, many were drawn in the romantic film starring Son Ye Jin, Jo In Sung, and Cho Seung Woo. After 18 years, let's get to know where the cast is and if there are possibilities to work together again on a new project.

 

Jo In Sung

Award-winning actor Jo In Sung was active in dramas in early 2000 but had his long-year hiatus from late 2005 until 2012. Like Son Ye Jin, the 40-year-old actor also appeared in different star-studded projects.

 

Through his years of building a name in entertainment, Jo In Sung became one of the high profile actors that made a big impact on the audience when it comes to acting performances. In 2013, he returned to the small screen with "That Winter, The Wind Blows" where he teamed up with "Descendants of the Sun" actress Song Hye Kyo.

 

 

The following year, Jo In Sung impressed the viewers with his outstanding performances in SBS' "It's Okay, That's Love" alongside Gong Hyo Jin. Since then, he became inactive again in the field.

But after his second long-year hiatus, Jo In Sung will be making a drama comeback in 2022 with "Moving." Han Hyo Joo, Ryoo Seung Ryong, Kim Sung Kyun, Cha Tae Hyun, and more are confirmed to join the cast.

 

 

They also had the table reading last August 2021.

 

Now that Son Ye Jin and Jo In Sung will be active again in doing projects. Many were wondering if the stars could reunite again for another movie or drama. The great love chemistry they displayed in "The Classics" remained in the hearts of the fans, and seeing them collaborating in one project is expected to be a huge hit.

 

https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/122560/20211101/classic-cast-update-2021-possibility-jo-sung-son-ye-jin.htm

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12 Most Expensive Korean Dramas

 

 

Moving with the collaboration of Jo In Sung and Han Hyo Joo is recognized as the most expensive TV series in Korean history to date. The film is in the process of production, with an expected investment of 50 billion won. Kbizoom page said that filmmaking technology must increasingly improve to meet the audience's tastes. Therefore, it is understandable that Korean series are more expensive every year.

 

https://ngoisao.net/12-phim-dat-do-nhat-truyen-hinh-han-quoc-4379836.html

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*** "Escape from Mogadishu"  triumphed at the 41st Korean Film Critics Association Awards by winning up four prizes. Ryoo was awarded Best Director. Huh Joonho was awarded the Best Supporting Actor Award for the movie, which also won Best Cinematography (Choi Yeonghwan) and Best Music (Bang Junseok). Escape from Mogadishu is currently the most successful film of the year at the Korean box office, with over 3.6 million admissions. 

 

 

 

credit : KOFIC news

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3 Reasons To Watch The Action Blockbuster “Escape From Mogadishu”

 

 

It has been released in theaters for some time, but if you haven’t yet caught the next action-drama blockbuster of the year, it’s never too late to jump on the bandwagon. Set in the late 1980s, “Escape from Mogadishu” takes an ambitious dive into the two Koreas’ attempt to gain admission to the United Nations. Amidst the two sides furiously butting heads, conflict breaks out in the region and plunges both camps into a rapidly destabilizing situation which calls for a united bid to flee the ravaged country. If you need more to be convinced, here are three reasons why “Escape from Mogadishu” is worth a watch!

 

1. It’s based on real-life events

The film’s backdrop is that of the Somali Civil War, a true event in history which had its roots in civic resistance against the reign of the military junta helmed by Siad Barre in the ’80s. Behind the picture of a rag-tag group of trigger-happy militants lies a bloody piece of history which underscores the turmoil experienced by the populace.

 

 

2. Portrayal of inter-Korean conflict

While the two sides are technically still at war, the confrontational geopolitics take a more muted tone as they jostle for political support in lands far from their own. The power play between the two camps starts and ends with petty sabotage with no major casualties (save for pride, I suppose!). Despite that, viewers are still able to glean the hostility and deep-seated suspicion that each side holds for the other.

 

 

3. Human stories and human moments

Adversity makes strange bedfellows

That said, when adversity comes hurtling through in the form of civil unrest and puts to bed any attempt to escape Somalia, the two sides are forced to pool their available resources in a united bid to flee. The perspectives that drove this decision presents an interesting dichotomy; whereas the South Korean ambassador Han Sin Seong (Kim Yun Seok) conceded out of humanitarian considerations, his Northern counterpart Rim Yong Su (Heo Joon Ho) caved out of concern for the number of defenseless children in his care.

 

Despite the intelligence officers on both sides nearly coming to blows in the interim, we are still able to catch small moments which amplify the emotional human connection that exists. From carefully nudging dishes closer to the other party at the dining table to encourage them to eat more to Rim Yong Su’s grandson appealing to the South Koreans for insulin for his grandfather, it was human stories like these that lend credence to the growing bond and commitment we see on both ends.

 

Necessity is the mother of invention

With the window for escape swiftly narrowing and options growing more limited by the hour, the two camps hatch a daring plan to escape by a convoy of almost-bulletproof cars that are fortified by (you would never guess it) strapped down books! In a stroke of ingenuity, the team also make mini sandbags out of spare cloth and sand to add to their vehicles’ defensive armor. Points for creativity!

 

In between the gray zone

Not friends, but certainly not enemies either, the parting scene bears testament to the camaraderie that has been seeded through the life-and-death situation. With handshakes all-around, the grudging respect the two ambassadors’ have much for each other is also made apparent, and so is the inevitability that their paths are back on divergent lines

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1495444wpp/3-reasons-to-watch-the-action-blockbuster-escape-from-mogadishu

3 Reasons To Watch The Action Blockbuster “Escape From Mogadishu”

 

 

 

It has been released in theaters for some time, but if you haven’t yet caught the next action-drama blockbuster of the year, it’s never too late to jump on the bandwagon. Set in the late 1980s, “Escape from Mogadishu” takes an ambitious dive into the two Koreas’ attempt to gain admission to the United Nations. Amidst the two sides furiously butting heads, conflict breaks out in the region and plunges both camps into a rapidly destabilizing situation which calls for a united bid to flee the ravaged country. If you need more to be convinced, here are three reasons why “Escape from Mogadishu” is worth a watch!

 

1. It’s based on real-life events

The film’s backdrop is that of the Somali Civil War, a true event in history which had its roots in civic resistance against the reign of the military junta helmed by Siad Barre in the ’80s. Behind the picture of a rag-tag group of trigger-happy militants lies a bloody piece of history which underscores the turmoil experienced by the populace.

 

 

 

2. Portrayal of inter-Korean conflict

While the two sides are technically still at war, the confrontational geopolitics take a more muted tone as they jostle for political support in lands far from their own. The power play between the two camps starts and ends with petty sabotage with no major casualties (save for pride, I suppose!). Despite that, viewers are still able to glean the hostility and deep-seated suspicion that each side holds for the other.

 

3. Human stories and human moments

Adversity makes strange bedfellows

That said, when adversity comes hurtling through in the form of civil unrest and puts to bed any attempt to escape Somalia, the two sides are forced to pool their available resources in a united bid to flee. The perspectives that drove this decision presents an interesting dichotomy; whereas the South Korean ambassador Han Sin Seong (Kim Yun Seok) conceded out of humanitarian considerations, his Northern counterpart Rim Yong Su (Heo Joon Ho) caved out of concern for the number of defenseless children in his care.

 

Despite the intelligence officers on both sides nearly coming to blows in the interim, we are still able to catch small moments which amplify the emotional human connection that exists. From carefully nudging dishes closer to the other party at the dining table to encourage them to eat more to Rim Yong Su’s grandson appealing to the South Koreans for insulin for his grandfather, it was human stories like these that lend credence to the growing bond and commitment we see on both ends.

 

Necessity is the mother of invention

With the window for escape swiftly narrowing and options growing more limited by the hour, the two camps hatch a daring plan to escape by a convoy of almost-bulletproof cars that are fortified by (you would never guess it) strapped down books! In a stroke of ingenuity, the team also make mini sandbags out of spare cloth and sand to add to their vehicles’ defensive armor. Points for creativity!

 

In between the gray zone

Not friends, but certainly not enemies either, the parting scene bears testament to the camaraderie that has been seeded through the life-and-death situation. With handshakes all-around, the grudging respect the two ambassadors’ have much for each other is also made apparent, and so is the inevitability that their paths are back on divergent lines

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1495444wpp/3-reasons-to-watch-the-action-blockbuster-escape-from-mogadishu

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‘Escape From Mogadishu’: Review

 

South Korea’s nail-biting political thriller continues to win fans as the country’s Oscar submission

 

Countries don’t often submit action spectaculars to compete in the prestigious International Feature section of the Academy Awards: always keen to buck a trend, the riding-high South Korean industry has entered the smart and successful Escape From Mogadishu this year, a based-on-real-life film which is a vivid reminder of how political thrillers can provide nail-biting entertainment while still navigating complicated narrative terrain. There’s some comedy here too, not entirely expected from a film set during the dramatic collapse of Somalia’s Barre regime in 1991 in mass murder and mayhem, stranding the Korean embassies - both North and South - in its lawless capital.

 

Escape To Mogadishu is no subtle survey of Somali politics or the tragedy of that time, yet it’s still a serious illustration of how lingering national enmity can be addressed in a country that once experienced similar death and destruction itself. This year’s Korean box office champion by a long mile ($30m and still playing), Escape From Mogadishu can only benefit reputationally from its awards submission: serious-minded voters will see it is deserving of consideration, and recognise the parallels between it and previous Best Picture winner Argo.

 

Set two years before the events of Black Hawk Down (with narrative provoked by the same Somali rebel leader as the Battle of Mogadishu), Escape… carefully lays out its cards. The country is corrupt and President Siad Barre is little more than a gangster, but South Korean Ambassador Han (Kim Yoon Seok, from 1987) is in Mogadishu to try secure African votes in support of his country’s bid for full membership of the UN. North Korea, in the shape of veteran Ambassador, Rim (Huh Joon-ho)  has been there for two decades already though,  funded by the USSR, and easily outsmarts the South Koreans who are looking to capitalise on the success of the Seoul games of 1998 and take their place on the world stage. 

 

South Korea is new to the game and naive; Han has struggled to get this sinecure, yet a goodwill package from Seoul intended for the Muslim President Barre contains a bottle of the alcoholic drink Soju. He’s constantly outsmarted by his Northern rival. Both diplomats are egged on by their all-powerful intelligence officers - Han’s KCIA operative Kang (Jo In-sung), and North Korea’s provocative Tae (Koo Kyo-hwan) in these petty battles. 

 

Soon, however, the lights literally go out in both embassies — and the phone lines go down - as Mogadishu is attacked by the rebels and a bloodbath takes place outside their gates. Han’s five embassy staff, including his wife and Kang, can’t contact their embassy in Mombasa and have no UN protection; Tae’s sly move to get the rebels onside results in the destruction of Rim’s embassy, full of children as safeguards against the very same defection which would see South Korean staff awarded bonuses. But there are very real consequences all round. 

 

Africa - Ryoo shot in Morocco - becomes a backdrop for some intense scenes which see the diplomats dashing between embassies, culminating in one of the best chase sequences of recent years. Child soldiers and bloodthirsty militia risk becoming colourful props, but Ryoo has got things to say about civil war that go beyond a superficial reading. The director of Veteran has crafted an energetic action film, certainly, but there’s some real heart and appealing personalities to populate it. 

 

Technical credits are above-par, with the exception of some poorly-realised CGI-animated dogs which are over-used. Production design, in particular, recreates a haunting sense of place, even down to the embassy - Somali by structure, but Korean by design. Pulling off a film like Escape To Mogadishu, which ticks all the action and entertainment boxes while still restaining credibility as a political thriller is extremely hard. The Academy Award nomination recognises Ryoo’s achievement on a level past box office success.

 

https://www.screendaily.com/reviews/escape-from-mogadishu-review/5164955.article

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On 11/2/2021 at 1:01 PM, syntyche said:

'Escape from Mogadishu' leads nominations for 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards

The nominations for the 42nd annual Blue Dragon Film Awards were announced Monday with director Ryoo Seung-wan's "Escape from Mogadishu" taking the lead as the most nominated film.

"Escape from Mogadishu," which drew the highest number of moviegoers among films released this year, received 10 nominations for awards. Based on a true story, the film follows stranded South Korean and North Korean embassy workers who join hands to escape Somalia during the civil war in 1991. Among the 10 nominations were those for Best Picture and Best Director.

Actors Kim Yoon-seok and Zo In-sung were nominated for Best Actor, while Koo Kyo-hwan was nominated for Best Supporting Actor.

The film was recently selected to compete for the Best International Feature Film at the 94th Academy Awards.

"'Escape from Mogadishu' impresses viewers with quality action and suspense, well combined with the dramatic story of inter-Korean tension and cooperation," the Korean Film Council said, explaining the reason behind the movie being selected as Korea's Oscar entry this year.

The action blockbuster was also invited to this year's New York Asian Film Festival and Korean Film Festival in Paris as the opening film. It garnered about 3.61million ticket sales in the box office when it was released in July.

The 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards ceremony will take place Nov. 26 at KBS Hall in Seoul.

 

https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2021/11/398_318012.html

 

@syntyche thanks for sharing this. The movie leads Blue Dragon Awards nominees with (13) nods. The film has received 13 nominations in 10 categories, including Best Film and Best Director. The film also received nomination for the Best Actor category, with JIS being nominated.  Looking forward to November 26.

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Jo In-sung ranks No.1 in the list of stars who live in luxury apartments – The house was a gift for his family

 

Actor Jo In-sung topped the list of stars who live in luxury apartments.

 

The broadcast of KBS 2TV’s “Entertainment company Live” aired on November 12th, talked about famous stars who live in luxury apartments.

 

 

Actor Jo In-sung took the long-awaited first place. Jo In-sung lives in Jamsil’s L Tower, the tallest building in Korea. It boasts a view of the Han River that embraces Seoul. It is said that six-star hotel services are provided to residents. Depending on the size, an apartment in this building can be sold between at least 5 billion won and 30 billion won.

It is rumored that Jo In-sung presented the house for his family, who served as a strong support during his acting career. As his neighbor, there is singer Kim Jun-su.

 

https://kbizoom.com/jo-in-sung-ranks-no-1-in-the-list-of-stars-who-live-in-luxury-apartments-the-house-was-a-gift-for-his-family/

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'Excellent' close friendships of famous Korean actors

 

Here are 8 famous close friendships of all the top actors in Korea.

 

Jo In Sung's long-legged brotherhood

 

 

This is one of the most famous "starfruit tree brothers" in Korea. They have top-notch, long-legged beauties and are also known for being extremely funny.

In the group besides the male god Jo In Sung, there are also Lee Kwang Soo, Bae Sung Woo, Song Joong Ki, Kim Woo Bin, Park Bo Gum, Cha Tae Hyun, DO, Kim Ki Bang, Im Joo Hwan.

Although the group is quite crowded, everyone is always busy, but EXO DO once said that they gather quite often. Members often talk about their problems and ask for advice from others. Jo In Sung is said to be the most talkative person in the group.

 

https://2sao.vn/nhung-hoi-ban-than-cuc-pham-toan-dien-vien-dinh-dam-xu-han-n-284921.html

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On 11/13/2021 at 12:10 PM, syntyche said:

Jo In-sung ranks No.1 in the list of stars who live in luxury apartments – The house was a gift for his family

 

Actor Jo In-sung topped the list of stars who live in luxury apartments.

 

The broadcast of KBS 2TV’s “Entertainment company Live” aired on November 12th, talked about famous stars who live in luxury apartments.

 

 

 

Actor Jo In-sung took the long-awaited first place. Jo In-sung lives in Jamsil’s L Tower, the tallest building in Korea. It boasts a view of the Han River that embraces Seoul. It is said that six-star hotel services are provided to residents. Depending on the size, an apartment in this building can be sold between at least 5 billion won and 30 billion won.

It is rumored that Jo In-sung presented the house for his family, who served as a strong support during his acting career. As his neighbor, there is singer Kim Jun-su.

 

https://kbizoom.com/jo-in-sung-ranks-no-1-in-the-list-of-stars-who-live-in-luxury-apartments-the-house-was-a-gift-for-his-family/

 

@syntyche thanks for sharing this. They also called this Lotte World Tower. Tallest building indeed since it's skyscraper luxury place. They offer the most expensive homes. From the deck it has grand views and you can see everything up there. Its building has beautiful conceptual design - it's a slender cone with curved. In fact, they say that this is one of the tallest buildings in the world. The 1st time I saw this was 2017 of December. They told me that time that this building was new.

 

Edited November 18, 2021 by gm4queen
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The 6th Donga.com PICK - Jo In Sung, you're the best.

 

Hello, I'm Jo In Sung.

Thank you very much for visiting the theater with your precious steps and loving "Escape from Mogadishu."

I will come back with a good work in 2022. I hope everyone is healthy and ends the year well.

Thank you!

 

 

 

https://sports.donga.com/article/all/20211116/110132546/2

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Awww, These Korean Actors Bought *Extravagant* Gifts For Their Parents

 

Just like other celebrities, Korean actors also go through a lot before they become popular in the industry. Some of them started acting at a young age while others had to audition more than a hundred times. So once they achieve their goals, the fulfillment is incomparable: They can now buy anything they want and live comfortably.

 

In South Korea, there's an idea rooted in Confucianism called hyodo or filial piety. This practice means respecting and supporting your parents the best way that you can and for some celebs, giving them lavish gifts is their way of showing their gratitude.

 

Here are six Korean actors who spent a big fortune to thank their parents:

 

Jo In Sung

ICYDK, Jo In Sung receives around P3.4 million per K-drama episode and we can only imagine how much he has in the bank. He was listed as one of the highest-paid actors last year and for 2021, our OG oppa made it to Mnet's list of actors who spent a lot of money for their families. In Sung ranked first with his many purchases, including a house in Jeju Island worth P64 million for his parents, and a building in Itaewon priced at P299 million for his younger brother.

 

 

https://www.cosmo.ph/entertainment/korean-actors-parents-extravagant-gifts-a4575-20211117

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Chong Kun Dang Health and Jo In Sung will release a TV commercial for "Promega RTG Omega 3 Dual" on TV.

Chong Kun Dang Health Promega unveiled a new TV advertisement for "Promega Omega 3 Dual" with brand advertising model Jo In-sung on the 10th. 

 

The new TV advertisement drew attention as Jo In-sung appeared as a blood circulation health troubleshooter when asked by consumers. In particular, the production of the scene in which Jo In-sung appears has further raised consumers' attention by borrowing a cartoon format that is difficult to access in general advertisements. By adding a cheerful and trendy sensibility to health functional food advertisements that can be heavy, the brand message to approach consumers more friendly and easy was reflected.

     

Promega RTG Omega3 of Chong Kun Dang Health has increased absorption in the body. In addition, the size of the capsule was 42% smaller than that of its existing products, stressing that consumers resolved their concerns when purchasing omega 3. In the last scene, he explained that he used recognition, purchase rate, and world No. 1 omega-3 raw materials.

 

Chong Kun Dang, manager of the health promega brand, said, "This TV advertisement was designed to effectively promote the excellent product power of the Promega RTG Omega 3 Dual, which increases convenience at the level of consumers. I hope this will be an opportunity for consumers to experience the underlying confidence of the nation's No. 1 omega-3 dual."

 

https://www.datanews.co.kr/news/article.html?no=116945

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Jo In Sung for Ottogi XO dumplings

 

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Iconic Enemies-Turned-Lovers Kdrama Couples that We Totally Shipped

 

Far from the typical meet-cute scenario, one of the beloved genres in the Hallyu world is the enemy to lovers Kdrama.

Despite the main characters fighting like cats and dogs, it is a type of romance where we never saw coming.

Viewers are drawn to their unique chemistry and not to mention a ton of heart-fluttering moments with their budding relationship.

In case you need a little dash of romantic excitement, here are some of the classic enemies to lovers Kdramas to binge-watch over the weekend.

 

'It's Okay, That's Love'

 

Third on the list is Gong Hyo Jin and Jo In Sung's Kdrama "It's Okay, That's Love."

The actor plays the famous mystery writer and radio host Jang Jae Yeol, who meets the feisty psychiatrist Ji Hae Soo in one of his shows.

Although the duo got off on the wrong foot when they first met, Hae Soo managed to see his soft side after knowing his struggles during his childhood.

They became each other's confidants, especially Gong Hyo Jin's character, who expressed how she desperately wanted to help and comfort him.

 

https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/122785/20211118/iconic-enemies-turned-lovers-kdrama-couples-totally-shipped.htm

 

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Just A Compilation Of Your Fave K-Drama Oppas With Facial Hair

 

We're used to seeing our favorite K-drama actors without any beard or mustache but have you ever wondered what they look like with facial hair? Some of them grew it for a role while others decided to skip the razor for a day or two. You'll notice the difference but there's no denying that they look good in either way!

 

Jo In Sung

Where you've seen him: Memories Of Bali, That Winter, The Wind Blows, It's Okay, That's Love

 

 

 

https://www.cosmo.ph/entertainment/korean-actors-with-facial-hair-a254-20211121

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4 Korean Stars Who Have Given Expensive Gifts to Their Parents

 

Before establishing a name in the entertainment and television industry, being known in both the domestic and international scene and gaining a huge fandom from all over the world, South Korean actors' first fans and support system are their families.

 

As most become successful and lauded actors, some show their support and respect to their parents by giving them extravagant gifts. Here are four actors who have given their parents lavish gifts as a way to express their gratitude.

 

Jo In Sung

Did you know that actor Jo In Sung receives around $90,000 per episode in every K-Drama he appears in? It's a whopping huge amount!

 

Jo In Sung was listed as one of the highest-paid actors in 2020 and 2021. In addition to that, he was also included in Mnet's list of actors who spent a fortune for their families.

 

The "It's Okay, That's Love" actor purchased a $1.2 million house in Jeju Island for his parents. His love for his younger brother is also as big as his love for his parents and bought him his own building in Itaewon priced at $5.9 million.

 

 

https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/122821/20211121/4-korean-stars-who-given-expensive-gifts-parents.htm

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On 11/6/2021 at 2:24 PM, syntyche said:

‘Escape From Mogadishu’: Review

 

South Korea’s nail-biting political thriller continues to win fans as the country’s Oscar submission

 

Countries don’t often submit action spectaculars to compete in the prestigious International Feature section of the Academy Awards: always keen to buck a trend, the riding-high South Korean industry has entered the smart and successful Escape From Mogadishu this year, a based-on-real-life film which is a vivid reminder of how political thrillers can provide nail-biting entertainment while still navigating complicated narrative terrain. There’s some comedy here too, not entirely expected from a film set during the dramatic collapse of Somalia’s Barre regime in 1991 in mass murder and mayhem, stranding the Korean embassies - both North and South - in its lawless capital.

 

Escape To Mogadishu is no subtle survey of Somali politics or the tragedy of that time, yet it’s still a serious illustration of how lingering national enmity can be addressed in a country that once experienced similar death and destruction itself. This year’s Korean box office champion by a long mile ($30m and still playing), Escape From Mogadishu can only benefit reputationally from its awards submission: serious-minded voters will see it is deserving of consideration, and recognise the parallels between it and previous Best Picture winner Argo.

 

Set two years before the events of Black Hawk Down (with narrative provoked by the same Somali rebel leader as the Battle of Mogadishu), Escape… carefully lays out its cards. The country is corrupt and President Siad Barre is little more than a gangster, but South Korean Ambassador Han (Kim Yoon Seok, from 1987) is in Mogadishu to try secure African votes in support of his country’s bid for full membership of the UN. North Korea, in the shape of veteran Ambassador, Rim (Huh Joon-ho)  has been there for two decades already though,  funded by the USSR, and easily outsmarts the South Koreans who are looking to capitalise on the success of the Seoul games of 1998 and take their place on the world stage. 

 

South Korea is new to the game and naive; Han has struggled to get this sinecure, yet a goodwill package from Seoul intended for the Muslim President Barre contains a bottle of the alcoholic drink Soju. He’s constantly outsmarted by his Northern rival. Both diplomats are egged on by their all-powerful intelligence officers - Han’s KCIA operative Kang (Jo In-sung), and North Korea’s provocative Tae (Koo Kyo-hwan) in these petty battles. 

 

Soon, however, the lights literally go out in both embassies — and the phone lines go down - as Mogadishu is attacked by the rebels and a bloodbath takes place outside their gates. Han’s five embassy staff, including his wife and Kang, can’t contact their embassy in Mombasa and have no UN protection; Tae’s sly move to get the rebels onside results in the destruction of Rim’s embassy, full of children as safeguards against the very same defection which would see South Korean staff awarded bonuses. But there are very real consequences all round. 

 

Africa - Ryoo shot in Morocco - becomes a backdrop for some intense scenes which see the diplomats dashing between embassies, culminating in one of the best chase sequences of recent years. Child soldiers and bloodthirsty militia risk becoming colourful props, but Ryoo has got things to say about civil war that go beyond a superficial reading. The director of Veteran has crafted an energetic action film, certainly, but there’s some real heart and appealing personalities to populate it. 

 

Technical credits are above-par, with the exception of some poorly-realised CGI-animated dogs which are over-used. Production design, in particular, recreates a haunting sense of place, even down to the embassy - Somali by structure, but Korean by design. Pulling off a film like Escape To Mogadishu, which ticks all the action and entertainment boxes while still restaining credibility as a political thriller is extremely hard. The Academy Award nomination recognises Ryoo’s achievement on a level past box office success.

 

https://www.screendaily.com/reviews/escape-from-mogadishu-review/5164955.article

 

@syntyche thanks for sharing this.     This movie was just so lucky that the production managed to complete filming without incident in Morocco just as the pandemic was beginning to heat up. The film had to wait longer than expected to find its way to theaters, but when it did this past summer, it was met with critical acclaim and became the most well-attended film of the year with millions of admissions. Now, movie projects are getting back on track.

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