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The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
'Solo Leveling' live-action taps Byeon Woo-seok as lead
Netflix says that fans can expect Byeon Woo-seok (left) to deliver an 'unforgettable portrayal' of the lead character, Sung Jin-woo (right). Photos: Byeon Woo-seok/Instagram, Handout A live-action adaptation of the popular web novel and anime Solo Leveling is currently in the works, with Byeon Woo-seok chosen to star as the lead. Netflix confirmed the live-action adaptation and Byeon's casting in a release on Thursday, July 10. It also stated that fans can expect the South Korean actor to deliver an 'unforgettable portrayal' of the lead character, Sung Jin-woo. 'Sung Jin-woo will be brought to life by Byeon Woo-seok, one of Korea's most sought-after actors,' the streaming platform said. 'With his fitting nickname 'manjjitnam' or 'straight out of a comic,' he's set to deliver an unforgettable portrayal of Jin-woo's evolution and action-packed journey.' Written by Chugong, Solo Leveling is a 2016 web novel that tells the story of Sung Jin-woo, a low-rank hunter (the novel's term for human warrior) who gains supernatural abilities after a near-death experience. He rose the ranks — even surpassing the skills of the greatest hunters — ultimately inheriting the Shadow Monarch position, only for him to discover that he is the Monarch who can save humanity. The web novel was adapted into a webtoon, a video game, and an anime released in 2025, all of which became massively popular as well. The anime also bagged the Anime of the Year award in the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards last May. Solo Leveling will be co-directed by Lee Hae-jun and Kim Byung-seo, known for their work in the films Like A Virgin and Along With The Gods: The Two Worlds, respectively. 'The upcoming live-action series adaptation promises to feature vivid characters, dynamic action sequences, and exhilarating quests, brought to life by a world-class global VFX team. The series will also introduce viewers to fantastical dungeons and uniquely powerful monsters, setting a new standard for live-action adaptations,' Netflix added. Byeon started his entertainment career in 2010 as a model before embarking on an acting career six years later. He gained widespread recognition after starring as the lead in the 2024 K-drama Lovely Runner . Prior to the hit drama, he also starred in Record Of Youth, Strong Girl Nam-soon , and Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency. He was also cast in the upcoming drama The 21st Century Grand Prince's Wife. – Philippine Daily Inquirer/Asia News Network
The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Pet shop staff left traumatised by goldfish-eating stunt
Compiled by FAZLEENA AZIZ and JAROD LIM WORKERS at a pet shop were horrified when a man entered the shop and caught a goldfish from a tank and ate it alive, Sin Chew Daily reported. They said they could hear chewing sounds as he live-streamed the act and shouted 'This is for Trump' at the store in Sydney, Australia. He left the shop but returned later to pay A$8 (RM22) for the fish. The pet store issued a statement condemning the act, saying its employees were shocked and distressed by the incident. The company has offered support and counselling, emphasising that any act of animal cruelty is unacceptable. The 20-year-old man has been charged with multiple offences, including animal cruelty. He is expected to appear in court on Aug 20. > The daily also reported that South Korean actor Byeon Woo-seok would star in the live-action adaptation of the hit anime Solo Leveling. According to Netflix, he was chosen following his success last year in Lovely Runner. Solo Leveling began as a web novel and has since become hugely popular in the form of webtoons, animation and games. It has also accumulated more than 14.3 billion global views. Its animated version made history by becoming the first Korean animation to win nine awards at the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, including Anime of the Year, Best Action Anime and Best Main Character. The series will be co-directed by Lee Hae-jun (Ashfall) and Kim Byung-seo, the cinematographer behind Along With the Gods. > Oriental Daily recently reported that a 20-year-old Malaysian has been sentenced to four months jail for embezzling S$38,000 (RM126,239) from her company in Singapore. She had reportedly spent the money to tip social media influencers. She pleaded guilty on Thursday to one charge of criminal breach of trust and another under Section 477A of the Penal Code for falsifying payment vouchers. Court documents show that between Dec 2, 2024, and Jan 9, 2025, the defendant stole money on 42 occasions, with amounts ranging from S$65 (RM216) to over S$2,000 (RM6,644). She also falsified payment vouchers to avoid detection and forged signatures to steal the corresponding amounts. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.
See - Sada Elbalad
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
"Solo Leveling" Live-Action Series in Works at Netflix with Byeon Woo-seok to Star
Yara Sameh Netflix is producing a live-action TV adaptation of the global phenomenon 'Solo Leveling,' with rising star Byeon Woo-seok attached to lead the series as protagonist Sung Jinwoo. The project is based on the record-breaking webtoon that has amassed 14.3 billion cumulative views worldwide since its KakaoPage debut, where 'Solo Leveling' has maintained its position as the platform's No. 1 web novel and webtoon. The property was originally a web novel written by Chugong in 2016, before it was developed as a web series written by h-goon with art by Dubu, CEO of Redice Studio, and D&C Webtoon, and released by KakaoPage in 2018. The property's recent anime adaptation made history as the first Korean animation to dominate the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, sweeping nine major categories including Anime of the Year, Best Action, and Best Character. The source material follows Sung Jinwoo, an E-rank Hunter — the lowest classification in a world where supernatural Gates have opened, releasing monstrous threats. After surviving a near-death experience, Jinwoo gains extraordinary leveling abilities, transforming him from the weakest Hunter into humanity's unexpected champion against escalating dangers. Byeon Woo-seok, who has gained significant attention for his roles in '20th Century Girl' and 'Lovely Runner,' will portray the series' main character. The project will be co-directed by Lee Hae-jun and Kim Byung-seo, whose previous collaborations include 'Ashfall,' 'Like a Virgin,' and 'Castaway on the Moon.' Netflix is partnering with Kakao Entertainment and Sanai Pictures on the production. Separately, on the animation side, global music superstar J Balvin is making his first foray into anime voice acting, joining the cast of Crunchyroll and Aniplex's 'Solo Leveling Season 2 — Arise From the Shadow' in a key role. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language
Hypebeast
5 days ago
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- Hypebeast
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Hypebeast
5 days ago
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