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54 minutes ago, backstreetboysfan said:

 

Kim Dong Wook And Park Se Wan's New Drama "Seoul Busters" Confirms Cast Lineup And Broadcast Plans

Kim Dong Wook and Park Se Wan’s upcoming comedy crime series “Seoul Busters” has confirmed its broadcast plans!

 

On May 21, Disney+ shared the broadcast plans for “Seoul Busters” along with a group photo of its cast members Kim Dong Wook, Park Se Wan, Park Ji Hwan, Seo Hyun Woo, and Lee Seung Woo.

 

“Seoul Busters” is a new comedy crime drama that follows the transformation of the country’s lowest-ranking violent crimes unit into the nation’s top team after they are paired with a highly skilled team leader. The drama is penned by screenwriters Lee Young Chul, known for the “High Kick” series and “The Best Hit,” and Lee Kwang Jae of “Potato Star 2013QR3.”

 

Kim Dong Wook takes on the role of Dongbang Yoo Bin, the head of the Songwon Police Station’s Homicide Squad Unit 2. Dongban Yoo Bin is handsome, intelligent, and has excellent athletic ability. He was even offered a permanent professorship at a famous overseas university, but he suddenly came to Korea and volunteered to become the head of the Songwon Police Station’s Homicide Squad Unit 2, which ranked last in the country in terms of arrest rate.

 

Park Se Wan plays Seo Min Seo, who holds No. 1 power in the Songwon Police Station’s Homicide Squad Unit 2 despite her soft appearance.

 

Park Ji Hwan of “The Roundup” series stars as veteran detective Moo Joong Ryeok. He is a former national boxing team member who looks tough on the outside but has unexpected charms.

 

Seo Hyun Woo transforms into detective Jung Jung Hwan, a former national shooting team member who once dreamed of winning multiple Olympic titles but is currently all in for a promotion in order to support his family.

 

Rookie actor Lee Seung Woo portrays the role of Jang Tan Sik, the youngest member of Dongbang Yoo Bin’s homicide squad. He is a detective who is very clumsy at his work but makes up for his mistakes with his positive personality and excessive passion.

 

“Seoul Busters,” which was originally planned to be broadcast via SBS, will premiere in September on Disney+.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1662865wpp/kim-dong-wook-and-park-se-wans-new-drama-seoul-busters-confirms-cast-lineup-and-broadcast-plans

 

@backstreetboysfan  why is this article posted here on Lee Dong Wook's thread? 

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23 hours ago, willenette said:

 

@backstreetboysfan  why is this article posted here on Lee Dong Wook's thread?  

Sorry my net messed up and posted it in the wrong tag sorry, Like i said when that happens it is my net.

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Event: Dramas that resulted in K-Traumas

Vote for the Kdramas that gave you K-Trauma 

 

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[Music in drama] Delve into destined love story with touching melodies

 

 

 

Romance with a divine being is always intriguing, yet never simple or safe -- at least in Korean dramas.

 

"Guardian: The Lonely and Great God," aired through tvN from December 2016 to January 2017, is a series that reinterprets beings from Korean folklore into a modern, touching love story.

 

The male protagonist, Kim Shin (Gong Yoo), an immortal being that can be roughly translated as a goblin, is a general wrongfully killed a thousand years ago, who now longs for rest.

 

He meets Ji Eun-tak (Kim Go-eun), the only person who can grant him peace and his destined partner. Although he steps closer to the death he yearns for, he falls in love with her.

 

The characters’ journey of rediscovering each other and falling in love again demonstrates the power of love transcending fate, time, and space.

 

The mystical allure of the story is also captured in the soundtrack.

 

"Who Are You," sung by the vocalist Sam Kim, represents the character Kim Shin. According to the soundtrack album, this song was the first track created by music director Nam Hye-seung and composer Park Jin-ho after reading the series script. Sam Kim's soulful voice combines well with the deep, echoing background sound.

The lyrics reflect the characters' determination to find each other despite threats of life and death: "I will find you, I will recognize you / Wherever you are, no matter what you look like, I will recognize you / Even in places where you are not, even after countless sunsets, I will not forget."

 

A scene from "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God," starring Lee Dong-wook (left) and Yoo Inna (tvN)

 

 

Another noteworthy track is "I Miss You" by Soyou, a member of the girl group Sistar known for her evocative voice.

 

This song, with its minimal guitar and piano arrangement and Soyou's sorrowful vocals, enhances the emotional immersion of the viewers into the drama.

 

The song was used in a scene where the Grim Reaper (Lee Dong-wook), another main character, sheds tears upon seeing a portrait of the woman from his past life. The song added to the mystery and emotional depth at a point when many secrets were yet to be revealed.

 

The lyrics reflect the story of the secondary couple, who cannot forget each other despite transcending time and life:

 

"You’re the one destined for me / even if I am born again several times / even if you hide somewhere / I will find you."

 

The powerful diva Ailee sang "I Will Go to You Like the First Snow." Starting gently and building to a climactic intensity,

 

Ailee’s vocals convey Kim Shin's desperate wish to be with his beloved. The song, entirely in Korean, features poetic lyrics that reflect Kim Shin's agony between his death drawing near and his wish to stay by Ji: "It was incredible, watching over you, feeling my heart race, even the ordinary moments feeling jealous"

 

The lyrics encapsulate Kim Shin's yearning to have an ordinary life with the one he loves, even over his eternal life and great powers: "I desire; I want to live with you, grow old together, hold your wrinkled hands, and say that my life was warm."

 

A scene from "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God," starring Gong Yoo (right) and Kim Go-eun (tvN)

 

 

 

credit : Korea Herald

https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20240527050521

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*** Let’s look back at the time when Lee Dong Wook shared his dream family plans and said that he wanted to be a good husband. This was during the press conference of the Scent of a Woman , which was held before the premiere, the cast was asked about their own bucket list, which is things that they would like to do most before they die. At the top of the list, he wrote that he wanted to conquer the universe. He elaborated on the point that he wanted to take over the world in the sense that he wanted to become famous with his acting skills. Through his hard work and talent, he wanted to be known by everyone across the universe. Moreover, he also revealed what would be on his bucket list not as an actor but as Lee Dong Wook, the person. If he was not an actor but just an ordinary person, he wished to become a good husband to his wife and a good father to his children. However, in the present, he still seems to be single. Do you think he will fulfill his dream soon?    

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*** A total of 346 dramas from 48 countries including OTT platforms such as Netflix, Disney+ & others will be competing  at the Seoul International Drama Awards 2024. These include “Moving,” “Uncle Samsik,” and “Vigilante” from Disney+, “Queen of Tears” (Studio Dragon), “The Killer's Shopping List” (Netflix), and “My Dearest” (MBC).  The winners of the Seoul International Drama Awards 2024 will be presented at the awards ceremony, and it will be broadcast live on SBS TV on Sept. 25.   

 

 

 

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***  On June 3rd, his agency, King Kong by Starship, announced that Lee Dong Wook takes on voice acting in 'Inside Out 2'. Lee Dong-wook will participate as a special cameo dubbing cast in the Disney-Pixar animated film 'Inside Out 2'. This marks Lee Dong-wook's first attempt at dubbing, and he expressed his excitement saying, "I will bring you great laughter and fun, so please look forward to it." 'Inside Out 2' depicts the adventures and crises that unfold when unfamiliar emotions such as anxiety, embarrassment, boredom, and envy suddenly appear in the emotion control headquarters inside 13-year-old Riley's mind, disrupting her previously peaceful life. The character voiced by Lee Dong Wook, Lance, is a video game character that Riley adored during her childhood. 'Inside Out 2,' featuring Lee Dong Wook as a special cameo dubbing cast, will be released on June 12th. I'm going to watch, solely for his contribution.  

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Watch: Lee Dong Wook Joins Korean Dub Of "Inside Out 2" As Special Cameo Voice

 

 

The much-anticipated sequel “Inside Out 2” has unveiled a special cameo cast for its Korean dubbing!

 

“Inside Out 2” continues the story of Riley, now 13, as her mind’s emotional headquarters welcomes new and unfamiliar feelings like Anxiety, Embarrassment, Ennui, and Envy, leading to a fresh wave of adventures and crises that disrupt her once peaceful life.

 

Lee Dong Wook will lend his voice to the newly introduced cameo character Lance Slashblade, marking his debut in voice acting.

 

Lance Slashblade is a heroic video game figure that Riley adored when she was younger. Lance encounters Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust, who have been trapped in glass bottles by the new emotions that have taken over the headquarters. Despite his perfect exterior, Lance’s somewhat clumsy demeanor is set to amuse audiences.

 

In a special video message, Lee Dong Wook greeted Korean fans eagerly anticipating the release of “Inside Out 2” and teased the film’s diverse and thrilling adventures. He added, “In ‘Inside Out 2,’ I will be the Korean voice of a cameo character. I promise to bring you lots of laughter and fun, so please look forward to it.”

 

Watch the video below:

 

 

“Inside Out 2” is set to premiere in South Korea on June 12.

 

 

 

credit : soompi news

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New Drama News *Maybe*

 

Acc. to industry insider, LeeDongwook is currently in discussion to star in tvN drama "Divorce Insurance", surrounding a souvenir development team working on souvenir for divorced people. To be helmed by movie KillingRomance director & be aired in 1st half of 2025

 

 

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Lee Dong Wook In Talks To Star In New Drama

Lee Dong Wook may be starring in a new drama!

 

On June 4, industry insiders reported that Lee Dong Wook received an offer to star in the new drama “Divorce Insurance” (literal title).

 

In response to the reports, Lee Dong Wook’s agency KINGKONG by STARSHIP shared, “The actor is currently reviewing the offer to star in the new drama ‘Divorce Insurance.'”

 

The drama tells the story of a man who works at the product development team of an insurance company, devising insurance plans related to divorce. Director Lee Won Suk who received favorable reviews with the comedy film “Killing Romance” will be in charge of production.

 

Lee Dong Wook was reportedly offered to play the role of Noh Ki Joon, an elite insurance actuary who graduated from a prestigious overseas university but has gone through divorce three times.

 

While the broadcast schedule for the drama has not been decided yet, tvN remarked that they are “positively reviewing” whether to air “Divorce Insurance” next year.

 

Lee Dong Wook starred in various projects including the dramas “Tale of the Nine-Tailed 1938” and “A Shop for Killers” as well as the film “Single in Seoul.”

Stay tuned for more updates!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1665974wpp/lee-dong-wook-in-talks-to-star-in-new-drama

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New IG update  6-3-2024

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/C7vgTZry9Qd/?img_index=1

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*** Entries to the Seoul International Drama Awards 2024 have been submitted for consideration as nominees to this year’s competition. The nominees will be selected and announced in July. South Korea submitted 40 entries including “Queen of Tears,” “Flex X Cop,” “Wonderful World,” “Revenant,” “Moving,” “A Killer Paradox,” “Chief Detective 1958,” “The Worst of Evil,” “A Shop for Killers”, "Lies Hidden in My Garden", "Doctor Slump", "Boyhood" and “Uncle Samsik.” The winners of the Seoul International Drama Awards 2024 will be presented at the awards ceremony on Sept. 25.      

 

 

 

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K-Drama's Ageless Veterans: South Korean Actors in Their Forties

 

K-dramas have gained immense popularity worldwide for their compelling storylines, beautiful cinematography, and, of course, charismatic actors. While many actors gain fame in their youth, there's a special admiration for those who continue to shine even in their 40s.

 

Here are ten K-drama actors who are not only seasoned veterans but are also slaying the screen in their 40s with their charm, talent, and versatility.

 

 

Lee Dong Wook [42 Years]

 

 

Lee Dong-wook, born in November 1981, has starred in a variety of genres, from romantic fantasy to thrillers like “Goblin,” “Tale of the Nine Tailed,” "Strangers from Hell,” “Bad and Crazy,” etc.

 

 

 

source : allkpop

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*** Lee Dong Wook is part of the Spy film 'Harbin' alongside Hyunbin. The movie is to premiere at this year's Toronto Int'l film festival in September, the movie's distributor said. The festival is slated for Sept. 5-15, as part of the Gala Presentations. The category honors high-profile feature films, often featuring international movie stars. Other stars are Ahn Jung-geun, Park Jung-min, Jeon Yeo-been, Jo Woo-jin, Yoo Jae-myung, and Park Hoon. "Harbin" was shot in diverse locations across three countries: Korea, Latvia and Mongolia. The film is expected to hit local theaters in the second half, the distributor said.  

 

 

 

photo source : Yonhap News

 

 

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Spy film 'Harbin' to premiere at Toronto Int'l film festival

 

Spoiler

 

 

The Korean spy movie "Harbin," starring Hyun Bin, is set to premiere at this year's Toronto International Film Festival in September, the movie's distributor said Wednesday.

 

The espionage thriller has been officially invited to the festival, slated for Sept. 5-15, as part of the Gala Presentations, for its deep, beautiful portrayal of a historic Korean event, CJ ENM said.

 

The category honors high-profile feature films, often featuring international movie stars.

 

Set in 1909, the movie depicts the suspenseful pursuit between those heading to Harbin in northern China for a mission. Among them is renowned Korean independence fighter Ahn Jung-geun (1879-1910), who shot and killed Ito Hirobumi, Japan's first prime minister and resident-general of Korea, at Harbin Station. Korea was under brutal Japanese colonial rule from 1910 to 1945.

 

Hyun Bin stars as Ahn Jung-geun, alongside Park Jung-min, Jeon Yeo-been, Jo Woo-jin, Yoo Jae-myung, Park Hoon and Lee Dong-wook.

 

It marks the latest feature by director Woo Min-ho, known for his sharp insight into historical and political themes in his previous work, like "The Man Standing Next" (2020) and "Inside Man" (2015).

 

Renowned cinematographer Hong Kyung-pyo, best known for his work on Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite" (2019) and "Snowpiercer" (2013), has teamed up with the director on the project.

 

"Harbin" was shot in diverse locations across three countries: Korea, Latvia and Mongolia.

 

The film is expected to hit local theaters in the second half, the distributor said.

 

 

 

credit : Korea Times

https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2024/06/689_376942.html

 

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‘Harbin’ Set for World Premiere at Toronto International Film Festival

 

 

The film Harbin has been officially invited to the Gala Presentations section of the 49th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), marking its world premiere to a global audience.

 

Directed by Woo Min Ho, Harbin is a spy drama set in 1909 that follows a thrilling chase between those heading to Harbin with a singular purpose and those pursuing them. The film has been officially selected for the Gala Presentations at TIFF, which will be held from September 5th to September 15th. On June 18th, TIFF announced the film’s invitation and its world premiere screening at the festival.

 

TIFF is renowned as one of the world’s top four international film festivals, alongside Cannes, Berlin, and Venice. It is a significant event where numerous Hollywood commercial films debut, attracting key players from the North American film industry. Harbin stands out as a rare South Korean historical film invited to such a prestigious international festival.

 

TIFF’s executive director, Cameron Bailey, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are thrilled to host the world premiere of this historically significant film by an incredible director.” Senior programmer Anita Lee added, “The film’s comprehensive artistic portrayal of a historical event is astounding, with beautiful cinematography, acting, and storytelling.”

 

Woo Min Ho, known for his stylish direction and profound insights into historical narratives through films like The Man Standing Next and Inside Men, brings his latest project Harbin to life. The film was produced in collaboration with Hive Media Corp., known for 12.12: The Day, and features cinematographer Hong Kyung Pyo, acclaimed for his work on Snowpiercer, Parasite, and Deliver Us from Evil. The film’s diverse locations span Korea, Latvia, and Mongolia, enriching its cinematic appeal.

 

Following its world premiere at TIFF, Harbin is set for a domestic release in the latter half of the year.

 

 

 

Source: CJ ENM

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Spy film 'Harbin' to premiere at Toronto Int'l festival

 

SEOUL, June 19 (Yonhap) -- The Korean spy movie "Harbin," starring Hyun Bin, is set to premiere at this year's Toronto International Film Festival in September, the movie's distributor said Wednesday.

 

The espionage thriller has been officially invited to the festival, slated for Sept. 5-15, as part of the Gala Presentations, for its deep, beautiful portrayal of a historic Korean event, CJ ENM said.

 

The category honors high-profile feature films, often featuring international movie stars.

 

Set in 1909, the movie depicts the suspenseful pursuit between those heading to Harbin in northern China for a mission.

 

Among them is renowned Korean independence fighter Ahn Jung-geun (1879-1910), who shot and killed Ito Hirobumi, Japan's first prime minister and resident-general of Korea, at Harbin Station. Korea was under brutal Japanese colonial rule from 1910 to 1945.

 

Hyun Bin stars as Ahn Jung-geun, alongside Park Jung-min, Jeon Yeo-been, Jo Woo-jin, Yoo Jae-myung, Park Hoon and Lee Dong-wook.

 

It marks the latest feature by director Woo Min-ho, known for his sharp insight into historical and political themes in his previous work, like "The Man Standing Next" (2020) and "Inside Man" (2015).

 

Renowned cinematographer Hong Kyung-pyo, best known for his work on Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite" (2019) and "Snowpiercer" (2013), has teamed up with the director on the project.

 

"Harbin" was shot in diverse locations across three countries: South Korea, Latvia and Mongolia.

 

The film is expected to hit local theaters in the second half, the distributor said.

 

 

 

 

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credit : Yonhap News

https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20240619001500315?section=culture/entertainment