Park Seo Joon 박서준 ~❤❤️ [Drama 2023: “Gyeongseong Creature”] || [Movies 2023: “Dream”, “Concrete Utopia”] [Upcoming Movie 2024:“The Marvels”]

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A Glimpse into ‘Concrete Utopia’ Starring Lee Byung Hun, Park Seo Joon, Park Bo Young and More

The upcoming movie Concrete Utopia, featuring renowned stars Lee Byung Hun, Park Seo Joon, and Park Bo Young, heightened expectations with captivating posters and a teaser.

 

Concrete Utopia unfolds a post-apocalyptic drama in Seoul, where survivors gather in the city’s last standing apartment after a devastating earthquake.

 

The released character posters, set against the backdrop of Hwanggung Apartment, radiate an intense aura with their unique visuals.

Lee Byung Hun’s poster features his character, Young Tak, the representative of the Hwanggung apartment residents, whose commanding presence alone steals the scene. The accompanying copy, “I believe this apartment was chosen,” piques interest in this intriguing premise.

 

The posters for Park Seo Joon’s character Min Sung, who’s desperately trying to protect his family, and Park Bo Young’s character Myung Hwa, who’s striving not to lose her faith, increase anticipation for survival post-disaster. Min Sung’s line, “We’re over they manage to drive us out of here,” and Myung Hwa’s, “Shouldn’t we prioritize to find a way to live together?” adds depth to the survivors’ struggle.

 

 

The teaser titled “Hwanggung Apartment Resident List” brings attention to a group of characters determined to survive in their own unique ways. From the new resident representative, Young Tak, to the fiercely protective Min Sung, the steadfast Myung Hwa, the housing committee chairwoman Geum Ae, the outsider Hye Won, and the uncooperative resident Do Kyun. Each character has their own story to tell within the captivating world of the Hwanggung Apartment.

 

Meanwhile, Concrete Utopia will hit the screen on August 9th.

 

 

 

 

Source: Lotte Entertainment

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11 Awesome K-Dramas Based On Webtoons

 

 

Books, comics, and webtoons have always been a source of inspiration when it comes to shows. The ever-growing popularity of webtoons in South Korea saw may of them being given a K-drama make over. Here are 11 such awesome K-dramas which are based on webtoons and might star some of your favorite actors.

 

“Itaewon Class”

 

“There are times when you’re faced with things that you just can’t tolerate. You don’t need to be on anyone’s side but your own.” These empowering words by Park Sae Roy (Park Seo Joon) give an insight into the strength of his character.

His life has gone horribly wrong, from his father’s tragic death to being wrongly expelled from school and even serving a jail term. The ones who have perpetrated these atrocities against him are the richest family in Seoul, who own the biggest chain of restaurants. With his future in shambles, Sae Roy is an underdog who dares to dream and never gives up on himself. Once out from prison, he opens his own restaurant called “Dan Bam,” a small endeavor that only gets bigger in time and becomes a force to be reckoned with. Sae Roy also takes people along with him, empowering them and instilling confidence in those who work with him. And Jo Yi Seo (Kim Da Mi), a feisty and spunky social media influencer and whiz, plays a large part in his success. Infatuated with him, she becomes an integral part of his world.

“Itaewon Class” is outstanding. The show addresses many issues from the rampant corruption in capitalist societies to the class divides and LGBTQIA+ issues as well as racism. The drama is all about second chances in life and how everyone has the right to start over. Stellar performances by Park Seo Joon, Kim Da Mi, and Ahn Bo Hyun make this one an unmissable watch. Gaho’s chart-topper track “Start Over” also became an anthem of sorts and a motivation to never give up against all odds.

 

 

“What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim”

 

Who would have thought that the office would be a dream setting to meet the love of your life? Lee Young Joon (Park Seo Joon), the handsome and a self-confessed narcissist, is the heir to a fortune. He has forever been dependent on his super efficient secretary Kim Mi So (Park Min Young). So when Mi So decides to call it a day and resign, it leaves Young Joon in a dilemma. Though in his characteristic way he acts as if it would not make a difference, he soon realizes the importance of Mi So and cajoles her to stay. It is only a matter of time before Young Joon finds himself attracted toward her and completely falls in love with Mi So. The favorite K-drama trope of childhood connections also makes its way into the narrative as it shows a passionate office romance unfold between the boss and his secretary.

“What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim” is a winner all the way. Funny, cheesy, and of course with steamy chemistry between Park Seo Joon and Park Min Young, all these things make this drama worth your while.

 

Start watching “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim”:

 

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Great posts. 

As a fan of PSJ and IU, I've been waiting for Dream for quite a long time.  Glad that it will be on Netflix this month.

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On 7/7/2023 at 10:50 AM, YongZura⁷ said:

 

Great posts. 

As a fan of PSJ and IU, I've been waiting for Dream for quite a long time.  Glad that it will be on Netflix this month.

 

@YongZura⁷  I am happy, too - Yes, "Dream" has been licensed by Netflix and will be streaming in multiple regions across the world. This will start from July 25, 2023. In case, this movie is also streamed via Amazon Prime Video, Hayu, iflix, Apple TV and Hulu.  

 

 

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[Photo] New Behind-the-scene Still Added for the Upcoming Korean Movie "Concrete Utopia"

 

 

 

 

 

 

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*** When it comes to fashion brands, Bench marked itself as a popular clothing line in the Philippines. Founded by Ben Chan, the brand succeeded in climbing the fashion ladder to be a globally recognized fashion line! Throughout the years, Bench has invited (and hopefully will keep on inviting) several Korean oppas and unnies to become their brand ambassador!  

 

 

LOOK: BENCH Korean endorsers through the years!

 

 

6. Park Seo Joon

 

Following Park Hyung Sik, Park Seo Joon also visited Manila last 2019 for his fanmeet! It was also his first time meeting his Filipino fans!

 

photo source : https://annyeongoppa.com/2023/07/08/heres-our-bench-oppas-and-unnies-through-the-years/

 

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July 9, 2023 

 

Park Seo-joon still cuts as Min Sung for Concrete Utopia 

 

 

 

Yellow peach couple 

 

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[Photos + Video] New Stills and Trailer Added for the Upcoming Korean Movie "Concrete Utopia"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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source : Hancinema

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*** An array of dramas and action series from different genres are set to roll out in the latter half of this year.  Netflix will be releasing big-budget action series, including the second season of its hit series. The much-awaited title, "Gyeongseong Creature," is about a young man, Jang Tae-sang (Park Seo-joon), and a woman, Yoon Chae-ok (Han So-hee), fighting monsters in the grim era of 1945. As they struggle for survival against the creatures born out of human greed, they face questions about the dignity of human life.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

credit : https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2023/07/688_354593.html

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‘Concrete Utopia’ sets itself apart with grand-scale, realistic set designs

 

The interiors of the apartment units were custom-designed to show the characteristics and jobs of each character that Lee Byung-hun, Park Seo-joon and Park Bo-young play. They star as a group of residents in the Hwang Gung Apartments. Lee plays Young-tak, a leader among the residents, Park Seo-joon stars as Min-seong, who supports Young-tak, and Park Bo-young plays Min-seong’s wife.

 

Sophisticated computer graphics were also used to show the contrast between Seoul before and after the devastating earthquake.

 

Production company Climax Studio, which produced hit Netflix originals “Hellbound” and “D.P.,” participated in the film.

 

Realistic, detailed set design was pivotal for the film as it is not just about the aftermath of a disaster but shows different sides of human instincts when put in an extreme situation, according to director Um.

 

“It was important for me to add reality to the film sets. It took two years for the computer graphics team to study the geography of Seoul and apply it to the computer graphics work,” said Um during a press conference held on June 21.

 

To get the most out of the film’s overwhelming visual effects and sound, he encouraged people to watch “Concrete Utopia” in a cinema.

 

“Concrete Utopia” hits local theaters on Aug. 9.

 

The movie has also been presold in 152 countries, according to distributor Lotte Entertainment.

By Kim Da-sol (ddd@heraldcorp.com)

 

 

 

credit : https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20230711000697&np=1&mp=1

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7 K-Dramas To Watch If You Love ‘King the Land’: ‘Business Proposal,’ ‘What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim,’ More

 

The K-drama fever has hit an all-time high again after the office-romance genre that viewers have loved watching over the years made its return on screen. As "King the Land" hit primetime, it brings a nostalgic feeling of the cliche rom-com trope that fans and viewers enjoy. 

 

If you are looking for more exciting stories that are filled with romance, humor, and boy meets girl type of plot, then these K-dramas are for you. 

 

 

'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim'

 

(Photo : Netflix)
Park Seo Joon, Park Min Young

 

 

Lee Young Joon (Park Seo Joon) is an arrogant vice president of his family's successful company. As long as his secretary Kim Mi So (Park Min Young) is by his side, everything in his life is in order. However, after learning that she is about to resign, he does everything to make her stay, until he finds himself falling for her, who is also his childhood friend. 

 

 

'She Was Pretty'

 

(Photo : MBC)

 

This rom-com drama is actually based on a true story, it follows the journey of two past acquaintances who meet again after they've gone through a reversal of fortunes and appearances, set against the backdrop of a fashion magazine's publishing office. 

 

"She Was Pretty" starred K-heartthrob Park Seo Joon and lead actress Hwang Jung Eum.

 

 

 

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source : https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/130391/20230711/7-k-dramas-watch-love-king-the-land-business-proposal-whats-wrong-with-secretary-kim-more.htm

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[Photos] New Stills Added for the Upcoming Korean Movie "Concrete Utopia"

 

 

 

 

 

 

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*** Upcoming film “Concrete Utopia” has released new posters! The newly released poster features the charms of the six main characters. “Concrete Utopia” will hit theaters on August 9.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://entertain.naver.com/movie/now/read?oid=382&aid=0001063218

 

 

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Park Bo Young, Lee Byung Hun, Park Seo Joon, And More Are Earthquake Survivors In Upcoming Film “Concrete Utopia” Posters

 

 

Upcoming film “Concrete Utopia” has released new posters!

 

Loosely based on Part 2 of the hit webtoon “Joyful Outcast” (“Pleasant Neighbors”), “Concrete Utopia” is a new disaster thriller about the aftermath of a devastating earthquake. The film will follow the story that begins when the survivors gather at Hwang Goong Apartments, the only building left standing in an earthquake-ravaged Seoul.

 

The newly released poster below features the charms of the six main characters including the temporary leader of the residents of Hwang Goong Apartments Young Tak (Lee Byung Hun), married couple Min Sung (Park Seo Joon) and Myung Hwa (Park Bo Young), Geum Ae (Kim Sun Young), Hye Won (Park Ji Hoo), and Do Kyun (Kim Do Yoon). The text that reads, “Everything except for our apartment has collapsed,” raises viewers’ curiosity about the disastrous situation that these characters will face.

 

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n another group poster below, the survivors of an earthquake in the backdrop of the completely wrecked apartment buildings exude a precarious atmosphere. Each character faces the front from different locations as if this foretells the various narratives of the characters who struggle to survive in their own way. In addition, the text that reads, “The rules of surviving—either you follow or leave,” heralds the conflicts between the residents in a life-or-death situation.

 

 

“Concrete Utopia” will hit theaters on August 9. Stay tuned!

 

 

 

credit : soompi news

 

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*** The film "Dream,"  is set to premiere on Netflix on July 25.  

 

 

 

 

 

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‘Concrete Utopia’ Gives a Glimpse Into Park Seo Joon’s Riveting Performance

 

 

Concrete Utopia, the highly anticipated film of the summer, brings together a remarkable ensemble of talent, including Lee Byung Hun, Park Seo Joon, and Park Bo Young in leading roles. Moreover, Park Seo Joon‘s captivating portrayal of a vibrant young man is generating significant buzz.

 

Concrete Utopia paints the dramatic narrative of survivors huddling in the Hwanggung Apartment, the only remaining structure in Seoul devastated by a major earthquake.

 

 

Park Seo Joon, in his role as Min Sung, provides an exceptional portrayal of a character struggling to keep his family safe in extreme circumstances, dealing with conflict, and undergoing gradual change. His unique talent for nuanced acting and character immersion comes to the fore in this performance.

 

 

Park Seo Joon convincingly paints out Min Sung’s human dilemmas while grappling with the harsh realities both inside and outside the Hwanggung Apartment. Min Sung fights tooth and nail to protect his wife and survive.

 

 

The film also forecasts a special chemistry between the actor and Lee Byung Hun, who plays the character Young Tak, the representative of the survivors, and Park Bo Young, who portrays Myung Hwa, Min Sung’s wife struggling not to lose faith. The trio, in their respective roles, will bring to life the dramatic emotions experienced while discerning their own survival methods amid disaster, promising a stirring ensemble performance.

 

Meanwhile, Concrete Utopia is a fresh adaptation of “Delightful Neighbor,” the second part of the popular webtoon “Delightful Outcast.” The film is set to hit theaters on August 9th.

 

 

 

Source: Lotte Entertainment

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*** With the first teaser for his solo debut MV, BTS Jungkook is already breaking records and surpassing expectations. In particular, the 30-second clip for “Seven”, featuring Han So Hee and Jungkook arguing, exceeded 1 million views on YouTube within just 10 minutes. Wahhh........................  I believe that the reason why she's in the music video of Jungkook is because of Park Seo Joon. If not, I couldn’t help but wonder about the connection between Han So Hee and Jungkook. How did the two get to know each other? Why got a partner who's an actress and not from any girl group? Their connection may have begun at the premiere for the movie “Dream”. In particular, Park Seo Joon is a close friend of BTS V, and is likely to be close with Jungkook, and he also attended the VIP premiere with V.  Meanwhile, Park Seo Joon and Han So Hee collaborated in the series “Gyeongseong Creature”, and have maintained a good relationship. Both Jungkook and Han So Hee appeared at the premiere to show their support. Afterwards, they stayed behind and hung out together after the event, alongside “Wooga squad” members. In the past, Han Soo Hee appeared in many MVs for popular singers.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Top film distributors compete with summer blockbusters

NEW, Showbox, CJENM, Lotte Entertainment gear up for releases but there are risks to their success

 

Four new blockbusters are set to hit local cinemas this summer, complete with large production budgets and star-studded lineups. Film distributors hope to attract large audiences in the aftermath of the pandemic, but moviegoers' expectations remain low.

 

With the abundance of high quality content available on streaming platforms and soaring ticket prices, Korean audiences have shown a growing trend of consuming content at home, only venturing to cinemas if the ticket is truly worth the price.

 

It remains to be seen whether struggling film distributors will find success with their upcoming summer releases.

Last on the list is “Concrete Utopia.” Based on the second part of the hit webtoon series “Pleasant Neighbor,” the film tells the story of apartment residents whose lives are in danger in the aftermath of an earthquake. The film had a production budget of 20 billion won.

 

Director Um Tae-hwa portrays Lee Byung-hun, Park Seo-joon and Park Bo-young as desperate residents fighting to survive in their partially collapsed apartment. Although the plot line may be relatable to our everyday lives, as many Koreans spend a lot of time in their apartments, not many webtoon-inspired films have had much success here. There is also the risk that this kind of disaster flick often concludes with a predictable, melodramatic ending. The film, which is distributed by Lotte Entertainment, hits cinemas on Aug. 9.

 

 

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By Kim Da-sol (ddd@heraldcorp.com)

 

 

 

 

credit : https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20230716000176&np=1&mp=1

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*** The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for advertisement models! The rankings were determined through an analysis of consumer behavior, using big data collected from June 11 to July 11. The Korean Business Research Institute evaluated the participation, communication, media, and social values of popular advertisement models in order to calculate each star’s total brand reputation index for July.  

 

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

1. BLACKPINK
2. NewJeans
3. Ma Dong Seok
4. Lim Young Woong
5. Son Heung Min
6. BTS
7. IU
8. Gong Yoo
9. Lee Jung Jae
10. Kim Yuna
11. Baek Jong Won
12. Park Seo Joon
13. LE SSERAFIM
14. IVE
15. Yoo Jae Suk
16. Kim Jong Kook
17. Lee Chan Won
18. SEVENTEEN
19. Kim Ho Joong
20. Kim Tae Ri
21. Girls’ Generation’s YoonA
22. aespa
23. Kang Daniel
24. ASTRO’s Cha Eun Woo
25. Son Suk Ku
26. Lee Byung Hun
27. NCT
28. OH MY GIRL
29. Song Ga In
30. Son Ye Jin

 

 

 

source : http://www.gpkorea.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=102931#google_vignette

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[Video] Trailer Released for the Upcoming Korean Movie "Concrete Utopia"

 

 

https://btv.social/1357531_18996/#cp

 

 

 

 

"Concrete Utopia" (2021)

Directed by Eom Tae-hwa

With Lee Byung-hun, Park Seo-joon, Park Bo-young, Kim Sun-young, Park Ji-hu, Kim Do-yoon-I,...

Filming dates: 2021/04/16~2021/08/27
Synopsis
The world has been reduced to rubble by a massive earthquake.
While no one knows for sure how far the ruins stretch, or what the cause of the earthquake may be, in the heart of Seoul there is only one apartment building left standing. It is called Hwang Gung Apartments.
As time passes, outsiders start coming in to Hwang Gung Apartments trying to escape the extreme cold. Before long, the apartment residents are unable to cope with the increasing numbers. Feeling a threat to their very survival, the residents enact a special measure.

Release date in Korea : 2023/08/09

 

 

 

source : Hancinema

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4 Underrated Korean Comedy Films To Check Out: ‘Midnight Runners,’ ‘6/45,’ More!

 

With the influx of romantic dramas and fantasy series in the Hallyu scene, only watching works from these genres can be pretty tiresome.

 

A good old comedy film is one of the best ways to destress as it helps you release endorphins to make you feel better throughout the day.

 

Here are four underrated comedy films that you must check out this week. Keep on reading.

 

 

'Midnight Runners'

Park Seo Joon and Kang Ha Neul, two of the most sought-after stars in the K-Drama scene, teamed up in the film "Midnight Runners."

 

 

The unlikely duo aspires to become reputable detectives in the future. Both of them change the trajectory of their lives when they rescue a girl on Christmas, only to find a more heinous crime beneath.

 

"Midnight Runners" is a funny yet clever film that deals with the deep-rooted discriminatory views in South Korea that sees the huge disparity between the rich and the poor.

 

 

 

The action-packed saga and comedic elements as well as Park Seo Joon and Kang Ha Neul's acting stints are a package deal that is acclaimed by viewers all around the world.

 

 

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source : https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/130472/20230717/4-underrated-korean-comedy-films-check-out-midnight-runners-6-45-more.htm

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Best Korean Dramas of 2023

 

Korean drama enthusiasts would be glad to know that 2023 is filled with some of the most promising new titles. Some of these shows that are scheduled to be released this year are original dramas with new concepts and stories while the others are second installments of famous and critically acclaimed series. Hence, there is always something for everyone, whether you love to watch light-hearted comedy romance, fantasy dramas, or action-packed shows. The following are some of the titles that you should be looking forward to.

 

 

Gyeongseong Creature - Watch on Netflix

This show features Han So-Hee and Park Seo-Joon. The setting of Gyeongseong Creature is in the spring of 1945. It focuses on the city of Gyeongseong, which is presently known as the city of Seoul. The series shows how they struggle for survival while eliminating the monsters that emerged out of human greed. Scheduled to be released in the fourth quarter of 2023.

 

 

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source : https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/130473/20230717/best-korean-dramas-of-2023.htm