Cha Seung-Won 차승원 [Upcoming Movies: “Believer 2”, “Tyrant”, “ War and Revolt”]

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https://k-odyssey.com/news/newsview.php?ncode=1065600286401823
Coupang Play drama 'One Ordinary Day' wins Best Direction at Asian Television Awards

YonhapNews  / 2022-12-05 17:04:56
(This article is translated from Korean to English by Dowon Kim.)

▲This photo, provided by Coupang Play, shows their drama "One Ordinary Day" (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
 

SEOUL, December 5 (Yonhap) -- Director Lee Myung-Woo who produced Coupang Play's drama "One Ordinary Day" received the Best Direction award at the 27th Asian Television Awards according to Coupang Play on Monday.


Drama "One Ordinary Day" depicts the intense survival of Kim Hyun-Soo (Kim Soo-Hyun), an ordinary university student who is accused of murder just after an overnight, and Shin Joong-Han (Cha Seung-Won), a third rate lawyer. Maniacs of mystery dramas commented that this is a "well made drama" that criticizes the faults of Korea's judicial system.


Asian Television Awards known as Asia's "Emmy Awards" is a TV Entertainment awards ceremony which started in 1996, and winners are selected by 60 judges every year. This is the first time for a Korean drama to win the director's awards. (END)

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December 9, 2022

 

Congratulations to "Our Blues" !  

 

 

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<우리들의 블루스>, Asian Academy Creative Award 2022 극본상 수상

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"Our Blues" won the Asian Academy Creative Award 2022 Best Screenplay Award!

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Cast : @byunghun0712, @illusomina, @70csw, Lee Jung-eun, @roma.emo, @____kimwoobin, Kim Hye-ja, Go Doo-shim, @umaizing, Park Ji-hwan, @choiyj0707, @baehyeonseong_, @rohyoonseo

Premiere : 09-Apr-2022

 

Source:  IG of Studio Dragon 

 

 

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https://zapzee.net/2023/01/09/kim-seon-ho-cha-seung-won-and-kim-kang-woo-confirmed-to-star-in-a-new-thriller-movie/
Cha Seung Won, Kim Seon Ho, and Kim Kang Woo Confirmed to Star in a New Thriller Movie

By HANA LEE | January 9, 2023

 

Credit: YG Entertainment, Salt Entertainment, IOK Company

Cha Seung Won, Kim Seon Ho, and Kim Kang Woo will be starring in new film Tyrant (literal title), which began filming on January 2nd.

Tyrant tells a story surrounding the last sample of the government’s ‘tyrant’ program, which gets lost due to a delivery accident. Park Hoon Jung of New World, The Witch series and Night in Paris helms the upcoming movie.

Cha Seung Won takes on the role of Im Sang, a former agent who is tasked with eliminating anyone with knowledge of the ‘tyrant’ program. Kim Seon Ho plays Director Choi, the government official who has been privately running the tyrant program. Kim Kang Woo stars as Paul, an overseas intelligence agent who tries to destroy the program’s last sample.

Cha Seung Won said, “I am very excited and happy to show a different side of me through Tyrant. I will work hard with director Park to make the project great.”

Kim Seon Ho commented, “It’s such an honor to play the character Choi Gun Jang as he is a lot different from other characters I’ve played. I am thrilled to work with director Park again after working with him for his other 2023 movie called The Child (literal title).” 

Kim Kang Woo said, “I am excited to be in this film as I’ve always wanted to star in this type of thriller. I will do my best every moment to make a good movie with great fellow actors. “

 

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https://about.netflix.com/en/news/netflix-takes-k-content-to-new-heights-with-2023-slate
Netflix Takes K-Content to New Heights with 2023 Slate

By Joe Cho (hcho@netflix.com), Communications | 16 January 2023

The global fandom for K-content is continuing to grow, with over 60 percent of all Netflix members watching Korean titles last year. Looking ahead at 2023, Netflix is debuting a diverse array of Korean TV series, films and unscripted shows. Today, we’re showcasing 34 upcoming titles, including eye-popping original productions alongside returning fan favorites, in our biggest-ever lineup of Korean films and series.

New series and returning favorites

Survival has become a recurring theme across some of the top series, whether it’s battling monsters during the dark days of 1945 in Gyeongseong Creature (https://about.netflix.com/en/news/gyeongseong-creature-netflix-ups-the-ante-with-exciting-creature-thriller), struggling to breathe in the dystopian future of sci-fi series Black Knight, or fighting to protect Joseon during Japanese colonial rule in action drama Song of the Bandits.

Fans are set to rejoice with the return of highly anticipated series Sweet Home, D.P., and The Glory this year. Part 2 of revenge drama The Glory will be released in March, with Part 1 being the most-watched non-English TV show during the week of January 2 with 82.48 million viewing hours. Sweet Home, which set new benchmarks for the creature genre in Korea, will return with an expanded world and story while D.P. brings back the cast from the first season to continue chasing after deserters.

“The global popularity of K-content has continued apace over 2022, with Netflix bringing a wider variety of stories and genres to fans around the world. Over the last year, Korean series and films have regularly featured in our Global Top 10 list in more than 90 countries, and three of Netflix’s most-watched shows ever are from Korea. This year, we’re pushing the envelope even further with the stories we tell and how we tell them. With this lineup of Korean titles, Netflix will continue to be the ultimate destination for compelling, diverse and must-watch Korean storytelling,” said Don Kang, VP of Content (Korea).

Other new series this year run the gamut of romance (A Time Called You, Behind Your Touch (WT), Crash Course in Romance, Destined With You, Doona!, King the Land, Love to Hate You, See You In My 19th Life), social commentary and intrigue (Bloodhounds, Celebrity, Mask Girl), drama (Daily Dose of Sunshine, Queenmaker, The Good Bad Mother),and apocalyptic (Goodbye Earth).

More films, more unscripted shows, more choice

The past year has seen Korean movies and unscripted shows becoming increasingly popular with global audiences. Action thriller Carter was one of the top 10 most-watched non-English films last year, while dating reality show Singles Inferno is currently sitting in the Global Non-English Top 10.

This year, Netflix is expanding its film offering with six Korean movies, kicking off with sci-fi thriller JUNG-E on January 20, followed by Kill Boksoon which depicts a professional killer with conflicting maternal instincts, and Believer 2, a sequel to a crime action thriller revolving around drug gangs. Other films explore the topics of revenge (Ballerina), teacher-student rivalry (The Match), and hacking (Unlocked).

Meanwhile those who love living vicariously will be spoilt for choice with a dazzling lineup of reality shows, spanning endurance (Physical:100, Siren: Survive the Island), zombie survival (Zombieverse) coming of age (Nineteen to Twenty), and mind games (The Devil’s Plan).

There are also two new documentaries coming out. Yellow Door: Looking for Director Bong’s Unreleased Short Film (working title) traces the quest for Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-Ho’s debut film while true-crime documentary In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal explores the self-proclaimed ‘messiahs’ in modern Korean history.

“We are very excited over the variety of the titles that we’re sharing with our members,” said Kang. “There’s truly a series, a film or an unscripted show for everyone, and we look forward to our Korean shows connecting to fans both overseas and at home.”

Find out more details about each show in the Appendix.

Spoiler

 

 

 

New year, new batch of K-content on Netflix to look forward to! Get ready, because it’s going to be never-ending fun with Netflix all throughout 2023

 

Series:

• LOVE TO HATE YOU (Feb 10) starring Kim Ok-vin, Yoo Teo, Kim Ji-hun, and Go Won-hee.
• THE GLORY PART 2 (March 2023) starring Song Hye-kyo, Lee Do-hyun, Lim Ji-yeon, Yeom Hye-ran, Park Sung-hoon, and Jung Sung-il.
• BLOODHOUNDS (Q2) starring Woo Do-hwan, Lee Sang-yi, Park Sung-woong, and Heo Jun-ho.
• CELEBRITY (Q2) starring Park Gyu-young, Kang Min-hyuk, Lee Dong-gun, and Jun Hyo-seong.
• QUEENMAKER (Q2) starring Kim Hee-ae, Moon So-ri, Ryu Soo-young, and Seo Yi-sook.
• BLACK KNIGHT (Q2) starring  Kim Woo-bin, Song Seung-heon, Kang You-seok, and Esom
• A TIME CALLED YOU (Q3) starring Ahn Hyo-seop, Jeon Yeo-been, and Kang Hoon
• SONG OF THE BANDITS (Q3)  starring Kim Nam-gil, Seo hyun, Yoo Jae-myung, Lee 
• Hyun-wook, and Lee Ho-jung.
• D.P. SEASON 2 (Q3) starring Jung Hae-in, Koo Kyo-hwan, Kim Sung-kyun, Son Suk-ku, Ji Jin-hee, and Kim Ji-hyun.
• MASK GIRL (Q3) starring Go Hyun-jung, Ahn Jae-hong, Yeom Hye-ran, and Nana.
• GYEONGSEONG CREATURE (Q4) starring Park Seo-jun, Han So-hee, Claudia Kim, Kim 
• Hae-sook, Cho Han-cheul, and Wi Ha-jun.
• SWEET HOME SEASON 2 (Q4) starring Song Kang, Lee Jin-uk, Lee Si-young, Ko Min-si, Park Gyu-young, Yoo Oh-seong, Oh Jung-se, Kim Mu-yeol, Jin-young.
• DOONA! (Q4) starring Suzy, Yang Se-jong
• DAILY DOSE OF SUNSHINE (Q4) starring Park Bo-young, Yeon Woo-jin, Jang Dong-yoon, and Lee Jung-eun.
• GOODBYE EARTH (Q4) starring Ahn Eun-jin, Yoo Ah-in, Jeon Seong-woo, and Kim Yoon-hye.
• CRASH COURSE IN ROMANCE (Jan 14) starring Jeon Do Yeon and Jung Kyung Ho.
• THE GOOD BAD MOTHER starring Ra Mi-ran, Lee Do-hyun, Ahn Eun-jin.
• BEHIND YOUR TOUCH starring  Han Ji-min, Lee Min-ki, Ju Min-kyung, and Suho.
• KING THE LAND starring Lee Jun Ho and Lim Yoon-a.
• DESTINED WITH YOU starring Rowoon, Cho Bo-ah, Ha Jun, Yura.
• SEE YOU IN MY 19TH LIFE starring Shin Hye-sun, Ahn Bo-hyun, Ha Yoon-Kyung, and Ahn Dong-goo.

Film: 

• JUNG_E (Jan 20) starring Kang Soo-youn, Kim Hyun-joo, and Ryu Kyung-soo.
• UNLOCKED (Feb 17) starring Yim Si Wan, Chun Woo Hee, Kim Hie Won
• KILL BOKSOON (Q1) starring Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung-gu, Kim Si-a, Esom, Koo Kyo-hwan.
• THE MATCH (Q2) starring Lee Byung-hun and Yoo Ah-in.
• BELIEVER 2 (Q4) starring Cho Jin-woong, Cha Seung-won, Han Hyo-joo, Oh Seung-hoon, Kim Dong-young, and Lee Joo-young
• BALLERINA (Q4) starring Jun Jong-seo, Kim Ji-hun, and Park Yurim. 

Reality & Variety: 

• PHYSICAL: 1OO (Jan 24)  
• SIREN: SURVIVE THE ISLAND (Q2) 
• NINETEEN TO TWENTY (Q3)
• ZOMBIEVERSE (Q3) 
• THE DEVIL’S PLAN

Documentaries: 

• IN THE NAME OF GOD: A HOLY BETRAYAL
• YELLOW DOOR: LOOKING FOR DIRECTOR BONG’S UNRELEASED SHORT FILM 
   

 

Film: 
BELIEVER 2 (Q4) starring Cho Jin-woong, Cha Seung-won, Han Hyo-joo, Oh Seung-hoon, Kim Dong-young, and Lee Joo-young

 

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https://www.soompi.com/article/1581124wpp/cha-seung-won-in-talks-to-star-in-drama-remake-of-guns-talks
Cha Seung Won In Talks To Star In Drama Remake Of “Guns & Talks”

By E. Cha | Apr 18, 2023

 

 

Cha Seung Won may be starring in a new drama remake of the hit film “Guns & Talks”!

On April 18, YG Entertainment responded to reports of Cha Seung Won’s casting in the upcoming drama adaptation by clarifying, “Cha Seung Won’s appearance in ‘Guns & Talks’ has not yet been decided. It’s one of the projects for which he has received a casting offer, and he is currently in talks.”

The original “Guns & Talks,” which was released in 2001 and directed by Jang Jin, is a black comedy about four killers-for-hire who meticulously plan their missions together. Cha Seung Won has been offered the role of the team’s leader, which was played by Shin Hyun Joon in the original film.

The upcoming drama remake of the film has been rumored to be a 12-part series that will air in two seasons
 of six episodes each, but the show’s production team has stated that nothing yet has been decided.

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https://www.screendaily.com/news/koreas-acemaker-scores-sales-of-the-tyrant-a-man-of-reason-exclusive/5182344.article
Korea’s Acemaker scores sales of ‘The Tyrant’, ‘A Man Of Reason’ (exclusive)

BY JEAN NOH | 19 MAY 2023

 

South Korea’s Acemaker movieworks has sealed deals on Park Hoon-jung’s upcoming action film The Tyrant (working title) and actor Jung Woo-sung’s directorial debut A Man Of Reason to a slew of territories.

The Tyrant has pre-sold to Germany (Splendid), Taiwan (MovieCloud), Southeast Asia (Purple Plan), Thailand (Neramitnung Film), CIS (Paradise Group) and inflight (Eagle).

Director Park is the filmmaker behind hit features The Witch: Part 1 and Part 2 and Venice title Night In Paradise as well as upcoming action feature The Childe, which is in post-production.

The Tyrant is shooting now and stars Cha Seoung-won (Night In Paradise), Kim Seon-ho (TV’s Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha) and Kim Kang-woo (The Vanished).

It follows what happens when the final sample for the ‘Tyrant Program’, which is developing drugs to turn humans into weapons, is delivered to the wrong person and several shady parties interested in exploiting the programme chase after it.

The film is expected to release in 2024.

“Director Park Hoon-jung’s previous work The Witch: Part 2 – The Other One was one of the most successful Korean films in Taiwan last year,” said Wayne Chang, manager of Taiwan’s Moviecloud, who said the cast, storytelling and action of The Tyrant would make it a “must-see” title.

‘A Man Of Reason’

Separately, action drama A Man Of Reason has sold to North America (Epic Pictures), Germany (Splendid), Spain (Youplanet), Japan (Klockworx), Taiwan (MovieCloud), Southeast Asia (Purple Plan), Thailand (CJ tvN HK), Mongolia (Filmbridge), CIS (Capella), Australia (Purple Plan), Scandinavia (Nonstop Ent) and Poland (9thplan).

The film made its world premiere at Toronto last year but is receiving further post-production before its expected release this August.

Director Jung (Hunt, Steel Rain 2: Summit) also stars in the film, which has a cast that includes Kim Nam-gil (Emergency Declaration), Kim Jun-han (Beasts Clawing At Straws) and Park Sung-woong (The Great Battle).

 
The story centres on a gangster who is released after spending 10 years in prison on behalf of his boss and discovers he has a young daughter. He tries to cut ties with his old gang but the boss is not ready to let him go and hires a notorious killer who takes the girl hostage, spurring her father to go back to violence.

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https://about.netflix.com/en/news/war-and-revolt-first-netflix-collaboration-with-legendary-filmmaker-park-chan-wook
Netflix Greenlights First Collaboration with Legendary Filmmaker Park Chan-wook in ‘War and Revolt’ (WT)

By Publicist Julie Lee (juliel@netflix.com) | 06 June 2023

 

 

Set against the chaos of war, the highly anticipated War and Revolt (WT)  takes viewers on a gripping journey through the lives of two childhood friends turned adversaries. Starring Gang Dong-won as the formidable Cheon-young and Park Jeong-min as the conflicted Jong-ryeo, the historical film will captivate audiences with its thrilling narrative and star-studded cast.

The inclusion of globally acclaimed filmmaker Park Chan-wook as producer and co-writer adds another layer of excitement and significance, as it is his first film collaboration with Netflix. Known as the filmmaker who put Korean cinema on the map, Park Chan-wook has garnered international acclaim for his distinct storytelling style and visually stunning films.

In War and Revolt, Gang takes center stage as the enigmatic Cheon-young, a character whose remarkable martial prowess defies his humble origins as a slave. Struggling to break free from the chains of servitude, Cheon-young will be brought to life by Gang's extraordinary talent, exuding charm and delivering breathtaking action sequences that will leave audiences in awe.

Opposite Gang, Park Jeong-min assumes the role of Jong-ryeo, Cheon-young's former master and scion of Joseon's most influential military family. After passing the military service exam, Jong-ryeo becomes King Seonjo's personal guard, leading to a heart-wrenching reunion with his former friend. Park's portrayal is expected to be nothing short of mesmerizing, as he delves deep into the complex psyche of a man torn between friendship and duty, ultimately facing his own downfall. Both Gang and Park are sharing the screen for the first time.

Exceptional ensemble cast to bring tale to life

Adding to the stellar cast, Cha Seung-won steps into the role of King Seonjo, a monarch who abandons his people at the onset of the Japanese invasion, only to seek redemption by restoring his royal authority after the war. With a proven track record of delivering riveting performances, Cha is set to enthrall audiences once again with his portrayal of the turbulent ruler, embodying the complexities of power and resilience.

Kim Shin-rock, known for her remarkable performance in Hellbound, portrays the resolute Bumdong, a member of the civilian militia who fearlessly defies social norms and confronts any obstacles that cross her path. Jin Seon-kyu takes on the role of Kim Ja-ryeong, a civilian militia leader descended from the traditional ruling class who emerges as an inspiring force amid the chaos of the invasion. Meanwhile, Jung Sung-ill, hailed for his intense performance in The Glory, brings the intimidating Japanese warlord Genshin to life, a character who recognizes Cheon-young's extraordinary swordsmanship.

Director Kim Sang-man, lauded for the daring and unique storyline on action-thriller Midnight F.M.,masterfully combines the dramatic elements of life during a tumultuous era with exhilarating battle and chase sequences, promising an immersive experience that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

War and Revolt is produced by MOHO FILM, the powerhouse behind notable works such as Decision to Leave, The Handmaiden, and Snowpiercer, in collaboration with Semicolon Studio.

Information
Working Title: War and Revolt
Director: Kim Sang-man
Writers: Shin Chul, Park Chan-wook
Cast: Gang Dong-won, Park Jeong-min, Cha Seung-won, Kim Shin-rock, Jin Sun-kyu, Jung Sung-ill
Production Company: MOHO FILM, Semicolon Studio
Distributor: Netflix

 

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https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/2023/06/07/entertainment/movies/Korea-War-and-Revolt-Netflix/20230607110051783.html
Park Chan-wook-produced film 'War and Revolt' to star Gang Dong-won, Cha Seung-won

BY LIM JEONG-WON [lim.jeongwon@joongang.co.kr] | June 7, 2023

 

From left, actors Gang Dong-won, Park Jeong-min and Cha Seung-won speak during a table reading for the screenplay of ″War and Revolt″ [NETFLIX]

Gang Dong-won, Park Jeong-min and Cha Seung-won will be starring in a new Netflix film “War and Revolt,” written and produced by Park Chan-wook. 

Set in the Imjin War period (1592-98) when Japan invaded Joseon, “War and Revolt” will tell the story of Chun-young, played by Gang, who was born a slave but has immense sword-fighting skills and participates in fighting the invasion. Park will play Jong-ryeo, a son of one of the most highly revered noble families in the country who befriends Chun-young. King Seonjo is to be played by Cha. 

Kim Shin-rok, Jin Seon-kyu and Jung Sung-il take on supporting roles in “War and Revolt.” 

Park Chan-wook, who directed classics of Korean cinema and critically acclaimed films such as “Oldboy” (2003), “Lady Vengeance” (2005), “The Handmaiden” (2016) and “Decision to Leave” (2022), serves as screenwriter and producer for “War and Revolt.” This marks the first time that Park has participated in a Netflix original film in Korea. Director Kim Sang-man will direct “War and Revolt.” 

Netflix has not yet announced when “War and Revolt” will be released.