Hyun Bin 현빈 [Movies: “The Point Men”, “Confidential Assignment 2” | Upcoming: Movie “Harbin”]

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Hyun Bin becomes 'Park Dae-sik’ in <The Point Men>, an agent of the National Intelligence Service in the Middle East.  Hyun Bin's unconventional transformation is impressive ~ with a rough-growth beard & tanned skin, he gave off a Middle Eastern agent force.

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'Negotiation', released on January 18, 2023... Hwang Jung-min X Hyun-bin, urgent rescue operation

 

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The movie 'Negotiation' (director Lim Soon-rye) confirmed the release on January 18, 2023. The first official poster and trailer were also released.

 

'Negotiation' is a movie about Afghanistan and the Taliban. It is the story of a diplomat specializing in negotiations and a local NIS agent operating to rescue Koreans held hostage by the Taliban. 

 

Hwang Jung-min transforms into 'Jeong Jae-ho', a diplomat specializing in negotiations. A competent and principled person. Hyun Bin becomes 'Park Dae-sik', an agent of the National Intelligence Service in the Middle East. He thinks the hostages must be saved at all costs. 

 

The two posters vividly convey the rough and desolate feeling of Afghanistan. Hwang Jung-min and Hyun-bin were walking towards the Taliban camp with a solemn expression. 

 

In particular, Hyun Bin's unconventional transformation is also impressive. With a rough-growth beard and tanned skin, he gave off a Middle Eastern agent force. Hwang Jung-min showed off a suit fashion like an elite diplomat.

 

Even in the official trailer, an atmosphere of urgency was felt. The Taliban gave a 24-hour deadline for killing. Hwang Jung-min's watch starts to decrease gradually. 

 

Hwang Jung-min and Hyun-bin's different beliefs also attract attention. Hyun Bin asks Hwang Jung-min, "If another victim comes out, can you take responsibility?" She predicted that collaboration between the two would not be smooth. 

 

However, Hwang Jung-min and Hyun-bin gradually overcome the difference in method and way of thinking. They do their best even in adverse conditions, such as the demands of the Taliban and the additional sacrifice of hostages.  

 

Meanwhile, in 'Negotiation', in addition to the two, Kang Ki-young will star. Kang Ki-young plays Lee Bong-han (Kasim), a weedy Korean who survived in the back alleys of Afghanistan. He is going to add wit and fun.

 

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‘The Point Men’ flies to Asian buyers for Megabox Plus M (exclusive)

 

 

BY JEAN NOH | SCREEN DAILY

2 MARCH 2021

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South Korea’s Megabox Plus M has sold The Point Men, director Yim Soon-rye’s anticipated Korean hostage crisis drama, to 14 territories including Japan (Gaga) and Taiwan (MovieCloud).

 

The latest feature from Yim, who directed 2014 local hit Whistle Blower, stars Hwang Jung-min (The Spy Gone North) and Hyun Bin (Late Autumn) in the true story of a Korean diplomat who is dispatched to Afghanistan when a group of South Korean tourists is taken hostage by the Taliban. When all other measures fail and one hostage is killed, he is forced to team up with a special agent (Hyun) to try and rescue the survivors.

 

The film, which is in post-production, has also sold to Hong Kong and Macau (Edko Films), Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Vietnam (Encore Films), Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar (Sahamongkol Film), Philippines (Viva Networks), and Mongolia (The Filmbridge).

 

Investor-distributor Megabox Plus M, which launched its international sales arm in October, is lining up The Point Men as a 2021 tentpole release in Korea.

 

The company says it has also been fielding inquiries from Chinese buyers following encouraging recent signals that a thaw in China’s unofficial freeze on Korean cultural products could be coming soon.

 

 

Megabox Score Sales for ‘The Point Men’

 

Mar 11, 2021

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The Point Men, an upcoming hostage action-drama from director YIM Soon-rye featuring stars HWANG Jung-min and HYUN Bin, has been sold to 14 territories by Megabox Plus M.

 

The film is based on a real event in Afghanistan that took place in 2007 when 23 South Korean missionaries were captured and held hostage. HYUN Bin will play a National Intelligence Service (NIS) agent who teams up with HWANG Jung-min’s diplomat to negotiate for the release of the hostages and eventually stage a rescue operation.

 

As first reported by Screen Daily, the hostage film has been picked up by Gaga (Japan) and MovieCloud (Taiwan), Edko Films (Hong Kong and Macau), Encore Films (Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, and Vietnam), Sahamongkol Film (Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar), Viva Networks (the Philippines), and The Filmbridge (Mongolia).

 

Megabox Plus M, which recently launched its international sales arm, also revealed that they had been fielding offers from China, as that’s a market freeze on Korean content begins to thaw.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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On 12/6/2022 at 9:26 PM, bearcreek said:

'Negotiation', released on January 18, 2023... Hwang Jung-min X Hyun-bin, urgent rescue operation

 

2022.12.07

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The movie 'Negotiation' (director Lim Soon-rye) confirmed the release on January 18, 2023. The first official poster and trailer were also released.

 

'Negotiation' is a movie about Afghanistan and the Taliban. It is the story of a diplomat specializing in negotiations and a local NIS agent operating to rescue Koreans held hostage by the Taliban. 

 

Hwang Jung-min transforms into 'Jeong Jae-ho', a diplomat specializing in negotiations. A competent and principled person. Hyun Bin becomes 'Park Dae-sik', an agent of the National Intelligence Service in the Middle East. He thinks the hostages must be saved at all costs. 

 

The two posters vividly convey the rough and desolate feeling of Afghanistan. Hwang Jung-min and Hyun-bin were walking towards the Taliban camp with a solemn expression. 

 

In particular, Hyun Bin's unconventional transformation is also impressive. With a rough-growth beard and tanned skin, he gave off a Middle Eastern agent force. Hwang Jung-min showed off a suit fashion like an elite diplomat.

 

Even in the official trailer, an atmosphere of urgency was felt. The Taliban gave a 24-hour deadline for killing. Hwang Jung-min's watch starts to decrease gradually. 

 

Hwang Jung-min and Hyun-bin's different beliefs also attract attention. Hyun Bin asks Hwang Jung-min, "If another victim comes out, can you take responsibility?" She predicted that collaboration between the two would not be smooth. 

 

However, Hwang Jung-min and Hyun-bin gradually overcome the difference in method and way of thinking. They do their best even in adverse conditions, such as the demands of the Taliban and the additional sacrifice of hostages.  

 

Meanwhile, in 'Negotiation', in addition to the two, Kang Ki-young will star. Kang Ki-young plays Lee Bong-han (Kasim), a weedy Korean who survived in the back alleys of Afghanistan. He is going to add wit and fun.

 

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@bearcreek  thanks for sharing this. Both of their characters have to settle their differences and work together to release the kidnapped Korean within 24 hours, or else the Taliban will kill the hostage.

 

Looking forward to watch this movie.   

Edited December 10, 2022 by ferily
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6 K-Dramas To Binge Watch For Feel Good Holiday Vibes

Now that we've reached the end of the year, it's time to deck the halls and put up the Christmas tree. With the first week of December, the holiday season is in full swing, which means people are out and about preparing for the joyous occasion. It calls for trips to the mall, making plans with loved ones, and filling homes with the holiday spirit.

 

Along with all the glee and cheer comes colder weather, making it a tiny bit difficult to get out of bed in the morning. On the upside, this could be the perfect opportunity to snuggle up under the sheets and marathon your favorite K-Drama. There are many series that incorporate the holiday season into the story, making it perfect for this time of the year.

 

So here's a list of some K-Dramas to binge watch as you prepare for the holidays.

 

6. "Crash Landing On You"

 

 

"Crash Landing On You" was catapulted into widespread popularity since its premiere in 2019. Not only did it have a captivating storyline, but the chemistry between Hyun Bin and Son YeJin as Ri JungHyeok and Yoon SeRi felt unbelievably real and genuine. They had K-Drama fans everywhere rooting for their happy ending.

 

Throughout the course of the drama, you could see both characters' affection towards each other gradually grow. It didn't take long for their feelings to fully blossom and realize that the holidays are better spent together. "Crash Landing On You" gave us hope that love is able to overcome any obstacle. And if we're lucky like Son YeJin, we might one day marry our very own Captain Ri. Wouldn't that be the best Christmas gift?

 

 

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source : https://www.kpopmap.com/6-kdramas-to-binge-watch-feel-good-holiday-vibes/

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[ENG/CHI SUB] <The Point Men> first official trailer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Movie 'The Point Men' starring Hwang Jung-min and Hyunbin as main characters to be released in 2023 January

 

2022-12-07 
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▲This photo, provided by Plus M Entertainment, shows the poster of movie "The Point Men" (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

 

SEOUL, December 7 (YONHAP)

Movie "The Point Men" starring actor Hwang Jung-min and Hyunbin as main characters will be released on January 18 of 2023 according to the film distribution company Plus M Entertainment on Wednesday. 

The movie depicts the negotiation operation between diplomats and local NIS agents heading to Afghanistan to save South Koreans who have become Taliban hostages.

Hwang Jung-min will play Jung Jae-ho, the diplomat who is specialized for making negotiations, Hyunbin will play Park Dae-sik, NIS agent specialized in middle east area.

Director Yim Soon-rye who produced "Little Forest" (2018), "South Bound" (2012) and more directed the movie. 

 

 

 

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Hwang Jung Min and Hyun Bin’s New Movie 'The Point Men' Drops First Teaser 

December 07, 2022

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The Point Men, starring Hwang Jung Minand Hyun Bin, confirmed its release date and dropped a teaser trailer with its main poster.

The movie follows a diplomat and a National Intelligence Service agent on a rescue mission in Afghanistan to save Koreans who got kidnapped by the Taliban. Yim Soon Rye behind Whistle Blower and Little Forest helmed the upcoming film.

 

 

The trailer gives a glimpse of the dangerous moment at the time of the kidnapping and the challenging circumstance of achieving an agreement due to a variety of unexpected factors through brilliant performances of actors and realistic scenes that highlight their struggles in Afghanistan.

 

The clip begins with Jung Jae Ho (played by Hwang Jung Min) saying, “I believe the first duty of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is to afford protection to its citizens.” This shows his strong determination to rescue the hostages, even if it means going against the basic diplomacy principle of not negotiating with terrorists.

The scene then switches to Jae Ho claiming to verify the abduction situation first, to which the local National Intelligence Service agent (Hyun Bin) refutes, saying, “What if another victim dies? Will you be responsible for their death?,” foreshadowing the bumpy road ahead of them.

 

Meanwhile, Kang Ki Young is expected to add a comedic relief to the movie as Lee Bong Han, the streetwise Korean who survived in Afghanistan. As he has adapted to the local situations and is fluent in the language, he will play a crucial role as a translator in the negotiation.

 

The Point Men will premiere on January 18th next year.

 

 

 

 

 

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<Confidential Assignment 2 : International> rank #10 in Movie ranking on Google Korea Top 10 Most Searched of 2022.

 

 

 

 

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Hwang Jung Min and Hyun Bin’s New Movie 'The Point Men' Drops First Teaser
December 07, 2022

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Credit: Plus M

 

The Point Men, starring Hwang Jung Minand Hyun Bin, confirmed its release date and dropped a teaser trailer with its main poster.

The movie follows a diplomat and a National Intelligence Service agent on a rescue mission in Afghanistan to save Koreans who got kidnapped by the Taliban. Yim Soon Rye behind Whistle Blower and Little Forest helmed the upcoming film.

 

The trailer gives a glimpse of the dangerous moment at the time of the kidnapping and the challenging circumstance of achieving an agreement due to a variety of unexpected factors through brilliant performances of actors and realistic scenes that highlight their struggles in Afghanistan.

 

The clip begins with Jung Jae Ho (played by Hwang Jung Min) saying, “I believe the first duty of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is to afford protection to its citizens.” This shows his strong determination to rescue the hostages, even if it means going against the basic diplomacy principle of not negotiating with terrorists.

The scene then switches to Jae Ho claiming to verify the abduction situation first, to which the local National Intelligence Service agent (Hyun Bin) refutes, saying, “What if another victim dies? Will you be responsible for their death?,” foreshadowing the bumpy road ahead of them.

 

Meanwhile, Kang Ki Young is expected to add a comedic relief to the movie as Lee Bong Han, the streetwise Korean who survived in Afghanistan. As he has adapted to the local situations and is fluent in the language, he will play a crucial role as a translator in the negotiation.

 

The Point Men will premiere on January 18th next year.
 

 

@bearcreek  thanks for sharing this. The two posters convey the wild and desolate atmosphere in Afghanistan, which is the background of the movie. The first poster picture captures the scene showing the urgency of a dangerous negotiation operation in an unfamiliar land. The second one reveals the images of Hwang Jung Min and Hyun Bin in the middle of a rough desert. I'm looking forward to how the two will risk their lives to save the hostages. The official first trailer released gives a glimpse of the dangerous moment at the time of the kidnapping and the situation in which it is hard to reach the negotiation due to all kinds of bad conditions. Can't wait for January 18th. 

 

 

 

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***HB is on a roll these days with many projects left & write. He has become such great action star in these movie projects.

 

I hope we get to see him next in a drama any time soon. I'm drooling more on him on dramas.  

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Hyun Bin and Son Yejin, rank #8 on 2022 Yahoo Hong Kong Top 10 Most Searched Celebrities.

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Yahoo Taiwan releases the ‘2022 Top 10 Top Celebrity News Ranking.  The news of Hyun Bin and Son Yejin‘s wedding is ranked #6 in Taiwan’s Top 10 Top Entertainment News on Yahoo.  The wedding of Hyun Bin and Son Yejin, a couple from ‘Crash Landing On You’ has been the main entertainments news not only in Korea but also in Asia.

 

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10 Famous Romance K-Dramas Which Have A Thai Drama Adaptation

 

The popularity of Thai dramas has been rising worldwide for the past few years, and not only with its BL dramas which are loved by many across the globe. One of the reasons for an increase in interest could be that Thailand is adapting legendary dramas from different countries and including many K-Dramas.

 

Early this year, the Thai adaptation of "Hana Yori Dango" ("Boys Over Flowers" for the Korean adaptation) into "F4 Thailand: Boys Over Flowers" gathered a lot of interest and views on YouTube. The first part of the first episode reaching over 14M views (07/12/2022 data), and actors of the series are gaining millions of followers on Instagram.

 

For those new to Thai dramas and want to try them, it has a lot of its content that can be watched legally and fully subtitled on YouTube or your usual OTT (Netflix, Viki, etc).

 

Note: K-Dramas adapted from other countries are also included.

 

 

6. "Secret Garden" (2010) -> "Secret Garden" (2019)

 

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"Secret Garden" tells the story of an arrogant CEO (Hyun Bin) and a poor stuntwoman (Ha JiWon) who grows from enemy to lovers through issues, including a body swap. This drama has been loved by a lot of K-Dramas viewers.

 

Ananda Everingham and Baifern acted in the Thai version.

 

 

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source : https://www.kpopmap.com/10-famous-romance-kdramas-which-have-a-thai-drama-adaptation/

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[2022/12/08]<The Point Men> applicating for it rating review and censorship.

 

 

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PlusM <The Point Men> update.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Arab co-star with Hyun Bin, Kang Yiyoung and Director Im in Jordan during <The Point Men> filming in 2020. Can’t wait to meet Park Daesik in January. 

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