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Daily Mail
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Nepo baby lands gig working alongside his actor dad – can you guess his famous father?
His dad is a talented actor with over 100 credits to his name. The famous thespian has had several big name roles in film and television with perhaps his work on highly–popular ABC series Lost being the biggest. His father has also starred in 2015's Insurgent as well as 2019's Hellboy. More recently the nepo baby 's dad has starred on top watched Netflix film of the summer KPop Demon Hunters. However, he has landed a gig working on his dad's latest project with Amazon. Can you guess the nepo baby and his famous father? It is Zander Kim who is the son of actor Daniel Dae Kim! The 27–year–old nepo baby works for the same production company as his 57–year–old actor father named 3AD. 3AD developed Daniel's latest project – character–driven spy thriller Butterfly – under a first–look deal with Amazon Studios. At the New York premiere for the project on Tuesday, Daniel talked about working with Zander in an interview with People magazine. The actor said: 'I love working with my son. I think it's a nice way for us to stay in touch because it's not always easy when people have busy lives. 'My family is close and so it's nice that we have one more point of connection.' Zander is a Film & TV assistant at the production company according to his LinkedIn page. 3AD was established by Daniel in 2013 as the company's first production was his ABC series The Good Doctor which aired over seven seasons from 2017 to 2024. Daniel is also father to 22–year–old son Jackson (left) as he shares both children with wife of over 30 years Mia Kim; the family are seen in LA back in December 2022 Daniel was joined by his son and Zander's brother, Jackson, at the red carpet premiere of Butterfly where they posed for snaps together Daniel is also father to 22–year–old son Jackson as he shares both children with wife of over 30 years Mia Kim. Daniel was joined by his son and Zander's brother, Jackson, at the red carpet premiere of Butterfly where they posed for snaps together. Butterfly is centered around Daniel's character David Jung who is a former US intelligence operative. When the consequences of a decision from his past come back to haunt him, he finds himself pursued by Rebecca, a sociopathic agent assigned to kill him. The project is based on the Boom! Studios graphic novel series created by Arash Amel, written by Amel and Marguerite Bennett, and illustrated by Antonio Fuso and Stefano Simeone. Butterfly is set to stream on Amazon Prime Video beginning Wednesday, August 13.
The Sun
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Nepo-baby with Hollywood movie and TV star dad lands job on his new Netflix show – can you guess his famous parent?
A NEPO-BABY with a Hollywood star dad has landed a job for his production company. The famous father, 57, attended the New York premiere of Amazon's new Prime Video series Butterfly and proudly spoke of his working relationship with his eldest son. 5 5 Zander, 27, has followed in his father's footsteps into the entertainment industry and works in his production company 3AD. Speaking to PEOPLE about their relationship, Daniel said, 'I love working with my son. "I think it's a nice way for us to stay in touch because it's not always easy when people have busy lives. "My family is close and so it's nice that we have one more point of connection." Daniel's youngest son Jackson, 22, accompanied him to the premiere and looked dapper dressed in a classic black suit and white t-shirt. Jackson is a model and TikTok star who currently boasts nearly 170,000 followers on the app. He often posts videos where he shares his day to day life living in New York. Daniel is best known for his series regular roles on Lost and Hawaii 5-0 and now stars in Butterfly, with its pilot episode airing next week. The show centers around David Jung, a former U.S. intelligence operative who lives in South Korea and whose past comes back to haunt him when an agent is sent to kill him. The series will also feature Netflix star Reina Hardesty and Coyote Ugly actress Piper Perabo. Nepo-baby with TV star dad poses on the red carpet with co-star in new Alien movie - can you guess her famous parent? The Good Doctor producer is always learning from his two sons especially when it comes to internet slang. During a March 2024 appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Daniel shared a humorous moment about discovering he had been dubbed a 'zaddy' online. He said, "The first time I saw that, I thought it must be a typo. "I don't know why there's a 'z' in front of there... I heard it on the internet, that was the first time." It wasn't until his kids stepped in that things clicked. He said. "And then my kids kind of told me, 'Oh, it kind of means this and that,' and I was like, 'Oh.' " 5 5 5
Daily Mirror
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Butterfly's release date, cast and plot: Everything we know about Prime Video's new spy thriller
Prime Video will be adding another high-octane action thriller to its library this month with the premiere of Butterfly, starring Daniel Dae Kim and Reina Hardesty Prime Video subscribers are in for a treat this month with another gripping thriller on the horizon. The high-octane drama Butterfly, inspired by Arash Amel's popular graphic novel series, promises a relentless game of cat and mouse set against the backdrop of South Korea. Lost star Daniel Dae Kim takes on the role of David Jung, a volatile ex-US agent whose life spirals out of control when his past catches up with him. Following the success of thrillers like Reacher season three and the feature film Heads of State earlier this year, numerous subscribers are eagerly awaiting the platform's latest addition. With that said, let's delve into everything we know about Butterfly ahead of its premiere next week, reports the Express. When is Butterfly being released? Butterfly's release is just around the corner, with the series set to debut next Wednesday, 13th August on Prime Video. Even better, all six episodes will be available at once, eliminating the need for fans to wait weekly for new instalments. Who stars in Butterfly? Butterfly boasts an impressive cast led by the aforementioned Daniel Dae Kim as David Jung. Kim is best known for his portrayal of Jin-Soo Kwon in all six seasons of the hit mystery thriller Lost. His other notable roles include The Good Doctor, which was produced by his company 3AD, and films such as Always Be My Maybe, Joy Ride and KPop Demon Hunters. Joining the fray is Reina Hardesty as a young agent named Rebecca, tasked with the mission to locate Jung. Hardesty has made a mark with her performances in The Secret Art of Human Flight and It's What's Inside. The ensemble cast features Piper Perabo (Yellowstone), Louis Landau (Rivals), Kim Ji-hoon, Park Hae-soo, Kim Tae-hee, Charles Parnell, Sean Dulake, and Nayoon Kim, adding depth to the narrative. Is there a trailer for Butterfly? The first glimpse of Butterfly was unveiled three weeks ago with a gripping trailer, teasing audiences with the line "Second chances don't come twice". The trailer gives away that Rebecca is actually Jung's daughter, honed by the espionage organisation Caddis to become their deadliest weapon. As the story unfolds, father and daughter find themselves on the lam, dodging lethal adversaries amidst heart-stopping gun battles and hand-to-hand skirmishes. Perabo appears to take on the role of the syndicate's leader, determined to capture the defectors at any cost. The action-packed preview culminates with an intense motorcycle pursuit, Jung and Rebecca making a daring descent down a high-rise, and a dramatic escape from a fiery blast they've orchestrated. What's the plot of Butterfly? While specific details of the plot remain shrouded in secrecy ahead of its debut, a brief synopsis offers a tantalising hint of what's in store. The synopsis teases: "David Jung, an enigmatic, highly unpredictable former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him, and he finds himself pursued by Rebecca, a deadly, sociopathic young agent assigned to kill him."
India Today
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Butterfly trailer: Daniel Dae Kim's show blends global espionage with slick action
Prime Video shared the official trailer for 'Butterfly', an action-packed, character-driven spy thriller headlined by Daniel Dae Kim. Based on the graphic novel series by Arash Amel and produced by Kim's 3AD, the series is set to premiere globally on August 13, 2025, with all six episodes releasing at in South Korea, in the shadowy world of global espionage, 'Butterfly' follows David Jung (Kim), a former US intelligence operative now living in SK. Haunted by a decision from his past, Jung's carefully built life begins to unravel when he becomes the target of Rebecca (Reina Hardesty), a ruthless young assassin working for the nefarious spy agency trailer teases slick action sequences, psychological tension, and layered storytelling. At its core, 'Butterfly' promises to explore themes of identity, family, and betrayal. The star-studded cast includes Kim Ji-hoon, Park Hae-soo (Squid Game), Kim Tae-hee, Charles Parnell, Sean Dulake, and Nayoon Kim, with special appearances by veterans Sung Dong-il and Lee Il-hwa. Also starring are Piper Perabo and Louis Landau. Watch the trailer here: Ken Woodruff (Gotham, The Mentalist) serves as showrunner and co-creator alongside novelist Steph Cha. Kitao Sakurai (Bad Trip) directs the first two episodes. To make things exciting, Jung Hoseok aka J-hope's track 'What If' also features in the soundtrack for the 'Butterfly', Daniel Dae Kim not only returns to the screen but also deepens his mark as a producer committed to global, diverse upcoming espionage series releasing ahead of India's Independence Day, comes at a time of growing audience for spy shows and international content.'Butterfly' will be available for streaming on Prime Video India from August 13, 2025.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Butterfly OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Daniel Dae Kim and Reina Hardesty's spy-thriller series
Butterfly OTT Release Date: If you're a fan of thrilling spy dramas with emotional stakes, action, and a global lens, Butterfly is one series you won't want to miss. Premiering on August 13, 2025, the show will be available to stream exclusively on Prime Video, with all six episodes dropping on the same day. Here's everything we know so far about the thriller. What is Butterfly about? Butterfly is a rollercoaster set against the backdrop of global intelligence warfare. At its heart is David Jung, played by Daniel Dae Kim, a former US intelligence operative now living in South Korea. David is unpredictable, enigmatic, and carrying the emotional weight of a decision from his past that's now come back to destroy the quiet life he tried to build. That destruction arrives in the form of Rebecca (played by Reina Hardesty), a cold, calculated, and deadly young agent sent to kill him. But it's just business, orchestrated by Caddis, the shadowy spy organisation Rebecca works for. The cat-and-mouse chase between these two complicated characters forms the backbone of the show. Meet the cast Daniel Dae Kim (Lost, Hawaii Five-0, Avatar: The Last Airbender) leads as David Jung, the hunted ex-agent trying to make peace with his past. Reina Hardesty (The Secret Art of Human Flight) stars as Rebecca, the young, sociopathic agent sent to eliminate David. Piper Perabo (Yellowstone, Billions) and Louis Landau (Rivals) appear as series regulars, their roles tightly guarded for now but expected to bring more twists to this spy web. The recurring cast includes major Korean stars such as Kim Ji-hoon, Park Hae-soo, and Kim Tae-hee, as well as international talents like Charles Parnell, Sean Dulake, and Nayoon Kim. Veteran Korean actors Sung Dong-il and Lee Il-hwa also make guest appearances. Who's behind the camera? Butterfly is based on the graphic novel of the same name, created by Arash Amel (A Private War). The screen adaptation is led by Ken Woodruff (Gotham, The Mentalist) and acclaimed author Steph Cha, who co-created and co-wrote the series. Woodruff also serves as the showrunner. Daniel Dae Kim is also executive producing Butterfly through his production company 3AD, which developed Butterfly under its first-look deal with Amazon MGM Studios. Other executive producers include John Cheng (3AD), Stephen Christy and Ross Richie (BOOM! Studios), Arash Amel (The Amel Company) and Adam Yoelin (Co-EP for BOOM! Studios). The first two episodes have been directed by Kitao Sakurai, known for his stylised and offbeat approach (Bad Trip, The Eric Andre Show).
