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South China Morning Post
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
After Big Deal, Lee Je-hoon talks about his roles in new seasons of Signal, Taxi Driver
Actor Lee Je-hoon is keeping his momentum strong after the Korean film Big Deal, with coming roles in highly anticipated new seasons of the dramas Signal and Taxi Driver. Advertisement Speaking in a recent interview, Lee shared his thoughts on his latest work and his hopes for future projects that will resonate with viewers. Big Deal, which premiered on May 30, takes place during Korea's 1997 financial crisis, and centres on the clash between Jong-rok (played by Yoo Hae-jin), a finance executive for whom drinking soju is a way of life, and In-beom (Lee), a cold-blooded employee at a global investment firm. The two face off in a high-stakes struggle over the fate of Korea's beloved national spirit. Lee has been keeping up with audience reactions. 'I check reviews and ratings. I hope more people will watch and share their thoughts,' he said, emphasising that Big Deal is best experienced in cinemas for its immersive sound and big-screen energy. Advertisement 'I feel a deep happiness when I watch movies in the cinema,' he said. 'Sometimes I think, 'I want to be in a film like that', or 'How proud would I be to leave behind a filmography like that'? It motivates me to work harder.'
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix Sets Korean Comedy Thriller ‘Husbands in Action'
Netflix is commencing production on new Korean action comedy thriller, 'Husbands in Action,' featuring an unconventional rescue mission with a comedic twist. The film follows Chung-sik, a dedicated Drug Squad detective, who must team up with his ex-wife's current husband, Min-seok, a veterinarian, to rescue her from a dangerous criminal organization. Director Park Gyu-tae, known for his recent comedy hit '6/45,' will bring his characteristic wit and humor to the project. More from Variety ADVERTISEMENT Jin Sun-kyu ('Uprising,' 'The Uncanny Counter Season 2: Counter Punch') will portray Chung-sik, while Gong Myoung ('Way Back Love,' 'Citizen of a Kind') takes on the role of Min-seok. Both actors previously worked together in the film 'Extreme Job.' The cast also includes Kim Ji-suk ('Recruit' Season 2, 'When the Camellia Blooms') as Do-joon, the tech-savvy drug gang leader; Yoon Kyung-ho ('The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call') as rival gang leader Yong-gang; Kang Han-na ('About Family,' 'Start-Up') as Si-nae, who actively fights against her captors; and Lee Da-hee ('Single's Inferno,' 'The Divorce Insurance') as Hye-ran, Do-joon's wife and key player in the drug world. 'Husbands in Action' will be produced by TPS Company, the production house behind '6/45,' 'Hard Hit,' 'Seobok,' and 'Fabricated City,' with Netflix handling distribution. The film will premiere exclusively on the streaming platform. Netflix's upcoming Korea slate includes 'Lost in Starlight,' the platform's first Korean animated feature; 'Wall to Wall' (also known as '84 Square Meters'), which explores housing anxieties central to contemporary Korean society; 1998 Busan-set youth romance 'Love Untangled'; 'Mantis,' a spinoff from the hit 'Kill Boksoon'; 'Good News,' a 1970s-set hijacking drama; and 'Great Flood,' a sci-fi disaster film. Best of Variety Sign up for Variety's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
