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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lee Dong Wook takes on a gangster role in ‘Nice Guy'; says fantasy felt 'exhausting'
Actor Lee Dong Wook has found major fame in the industry through doing fantasy-related roles. However, he has now opted for a romantic and dramatic story to make his comeback to the small screen. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The star recently revealed all about his upcoming role, from what pulled him to it to how he prepared for it. Why Lee Dong Wook opted for 'Nice Guy' The upcoming Korean drama ' Nice Guy ' is about a gangster and his first love, a departure from the actor's past few years of work. In a report from Xports News, the 'Goblin' actor revealed that he is aware of the fact that this is a step away from the fantasy genre that has garnered him a lot of fan following. He shared that the script brought him back to 'reality'. He continued, stating that with the Korean drama's script, 'it felt like my feet were finally back on the ground. I wanted to act out something realistic'. While talking about making the decision to shift from fantasy to noir and drama as a genre, the actor revealed how exhausting the unrealistic genre felt. 'It was exhausting to constantly create a new world view, to fly through the sky on wires, or to become an uncle from another realm', his statement read. He also emphasised on the fact that this new role also allowed him to relax, as it did not feel like he had to prepare anything extra. He shared that prepping and shooting in ' Nice Guy' felt like 'everyday acting'. About 'Nice Guy' 'Nice Guy' is an upcoming drama that is set to air on July 18 this month. The drama will feature 14 episodes and will tell the story of a third-generation gangster alongside his first love, whose main goal in life is to become a singer. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Lee Dong Wook will be taking on the lead role in the story alongside actress Lee Sung Kyung as the female lead. Kyung has featured in a lot of major roles such as 'The Player 2: Master of Swindlers', 'Record of Youth', 'Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo ', and 'Cheese in the Trap'. Other cast members include, but are not limited to, Park Hoon , Ryu Hae Young, Oh Na Ra and Cheon Ho Jin.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Solo Leveling Live-Action release date update: Byeon Woo-seok to play Sung Jin-Woo, major details revealed
Solo Leveling continues to reinvent itself across media. With Seasons 1 and 2 of the anime still available on Crunchyroll and a highly anticipated live-action series in the works, the franchise shows no signs of losing momentum. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Byeon Woo-seok to Portray Lead Role Production Backed by Top Korean Filmmakers Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Solo Leveling's Meteoric Rise Netflix Deepens Its Investment in Anime Adaptations Awaiting the Premiere Date FAQs Is Solo Leveling getting a live-action adaptation? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Who is playing the lead role of Sung Jin-Woo? Following the remarkable global success of its anime adaptation, the widely acclaimed Korean web novel Solo Leveling is now being transformed into a live-action series, further expanding the franchise's footprint across streaming platforms. Netflix confirmed the adaptation earlier this year, raising anticipation among fans worldwide, although a firm release date remains South Korean actor Byeon Woo-seok, celebrated for his work in 20th Century Girl, Record of Youth, and the recently aired hit Lovely Runner, has been tapped to portray Sung Jin-Woo — the series' central figure. The character's compelling arc from an underwhelming E-rank hunter to the world's most powerful being has captivated fans of the original novel, and Woo-seok's casting has been met with enthusiasm across social media.'Byeon brings the emotional depth and screen presence needed to bring Sung Jin-Woo's journey to life,' read a Netflix statement introducing the series, as per a report by Radio live-action version will be helmed by directors Lee Hae-jun and Kim Byung-seo, known for their work in critically acclaimed films such as Ashfall, Cold Eyes, and Castaway on the Moon. Their experience in crafting gripping narratives and large-scale visuals is expected to bring nuance and realism to the adaptation, which will require extensive visual effects to depict the fantastical elements central to Solo Leveling's described the project as featuring "vivid characters, dynamic action sequences, and exhilarating quests, brought to life by a world-class global VFX team." The statement also promised immersive portrayals of 'fantastical dungeons and uniquely powerful monsters,' which fans of the webtoon and anime will recognize as signature aspects of the penned by writer Chugong and published in 2016, Solo Leveling began as a web novel before being adapted into a manhwa (Korean webcomic) and later, into a full-fledged anime. The anime version debuted in 2024 and quickly gained widespread popularity. It was honoured at the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, sweeping nine major categories including Anime of the Year, Best Action, and Best anime's resounding success was reinforced by its second season, which released earlier this year on Crunchyroll. With fans already speculating about a potential third season, the announcement of a live-action project has further fueled Solo Leveling live-action series represents another significant step in Netflix's ongoing commitment to anime and related content. The platform has recently rolled out adaptations and original titles such as The Summer Hikaru Died and Sakamoto Days, signaling an intensified focus on Japanese and Korean earlier this year in a Reddit AMA, producers Sota Furuhashi and Atsushi Kaneko reflected on the franchise's astonishing popularity. 'As animation producers, we don't know if we'll ever encounter another project with the same scale and impact as Solo Leveling. This has been a truly special experience in our careers,' the duo details on casting, production timelines, and the full cast remain limited, Netflix has confirmed that the series is actively in development. However, as of now, the Solo Leveling live-action release date has not been disclosed, as per the Radio Times report. Observers suggest that, given the complexity of visual effects and the global scale of interest, the streaming giant may take additional time to ensure high production involvement has added credibility to the project, with industry insiders noting that the role of Sung Jin-Woo will mark a career-defining moment for the Solo Leveling is being adapted into a live-action series by Netflix. The announcement followed the global success of its anime adaptation and Korean web novel Korean actor Byeon Woo-seok has been cast as Sung Jin-Woo, the protagonist of the series. He is known for his performances in Lovely Runner, 20th Century Girl, and Record of Youth.
South China Morning Post
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Netflix K-drama When Life Gives You Tangerines review: one of the best K-dramas ever made
This article contains mild spoilers. Advertisement 5/5 stars Lead cast: IU, Moon So-ri, Park Bo-gum, Park Hae-joon The march of time continues through the final episodes of When Life Gives You Tangerines, a series that has deftly chronicled the swift but turbulent evolution of South Korea through the lives of one hardy Jeju Island family. Fishmonger Oh Ae-sun ( IU , My Mister) and fisherman Yang Gwan-sik ( Park Bo-gum , Record of Youth) grew up on Jeju's rocky shores in the 1950s, fell in love in its sweeping canola fields in the 1960s and raised their family in an old countryside house in the 1970s and beyond. Advertisement
