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Lee Gyu-lee

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Lee Gyu-lee is a business writer at The Korea Times, focusing primarily on IT & telecommunications, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and KOTRA. Prior to this, she has covered a wide range of cultural news, from film, television and K-pop to lifestyle and fashion.

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Choi Min-sik shares glimpse of his role in Disney+ series 'Big Bet'

The poster for Disney+'s new original series, “Big Bet” / Courtesy of Disney+ By Lee Gyu-leeVeteran actor Choi Min-sik, who won global acclaim for his performance in the films, “Oldboy,” and “Lady Vengeance,” is set to star in his first series in about 25 years with Disney+'s new Korean original series, “Big Bet.”Led by filmmaker Kang Yoon-sung, who helmed the hit action movie, "The Outlaws” (2017), the upcoming series, scheduled to release on Dec. 21, revolves around a legendary figure in the Philippines' casino world, Cha Mu-sik (Choi). Mu-sik has made it big in a cutthroat gambling scene after struggling to finally become a casino mogul. His world turns upside down when he becomes involved in a murder case, leading him back into the gambling scene, but this time, as a player betting on his life. “(My role) is as a person who has all kinds of desires combined,” he said in the interview released by the streaming platform. “Casino shows the epitome of money and desir

Nov 22, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
Choi Min-sik shares glimpse of his role in Disney+ series 'Big Bet'
K-pop

Eric Nam successfully wraps up world tour with Seoul concert

Singer Eric Nam performs during his concert “There And Back Again” held at YES 24 Live Hall in Gwangjin District, eastern Seoul, Sunday. Courtesy of Live Nation KoreaBy Lee Gyu-leeKorean-American singer Eric Nam successfully held a concert in Seoul on Sunday, ending his eight-month-long “There And Back Again” world tour with his second album of the same name.This was the first concert the solo artist held in the country since “I COLOR U” in 2019. During Sunday's concert, held at YES 24 Live Hall in Gwangjin District, eastern Seoul, Nam performed 16 songs, including his debut song “Heaven's Door.”“At my last concert, I joked that I'm an artist who only does concerts every four years in Korea. I said it as a joke, and didn't realize that it would become reality,” the singer said in a written interview with The Korea Times.“It wasn't and isn't my intention to take so long between concerts, but it naturally happened that way. I'm always very grateful and feel somewhat heavy-hearted. I've been wanting to meet (fans in Korea

Nov 21, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
Eric Nam successfully wraps up world tour with Seoul concert
Shows & Dramas

Song Joong-ki drawn to 'Reborn Rich' for its creative plot

From left, actors Lee Sung-min, Shin Hyun-been, and Song Joong-ki pose during a press conference for JTBC's series “Reborn Rich,” held in Yeouido, Seoul, Thursday. Courtesy of JTBCBy Lee Gyu-leeActor Song Joong-ki is set for another series, taking on a double role in JTBC's new drama “Reborn Rich,” after making a hit with the crime drama “Vincenzo" last year.Jung Dae-yoon, director of the series “Reborn Rich" / Courtesy of JTBC“The (series') most appealing aspect is that it is a fantasy, the plots of which stirred up my imagination,” the actor said during a press conference for the series, held in Yeouido, Seoul, Thursday. “From my character's perspective, what connects (the two characters) ― one from the past and the other from the present time ― is family. And I liked that part of the story.”The fantasy series, which premieres Friday, revolves around loyal, hard-working Yoon Hyun-woo (Song) who is born underprivileged and has dedicated his life to working for the wealthy conglomerate Soonyang Group and its owner family.Alt

Nov 18, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
Song Joong-ki drawn to 'Reborn Rich' for its creative plot
Shows & Dramas

Park Ji-hoon takes stab at action series with 'Weak Hero Class 1'

From left, director You Su-min, actors Hong Kyung, Lee Yeon, Park Ji-hoon and Choi Hyun-wook, as well as creator Han Jun-hee pose during a press conference for Wavve's new series, “Weak Hero Class 1,” held at CGV Yongsan, central Seoul, Wednesday. Courtesy of WavveBy Lee Gyu-leeActor and singer Park Ji-hoon has taken on his first action series, playing the lead character, Yeon Si-eun, in Wavve's new original series, “Weak Hero Class 1.” Based on the webcomic of the same name, the teen action series, set for release on Friday, follows the story of a smart, model student named Si-eun. He is an outsider who devotes his time to studying rather than socializing with his classmates.One day, he comes across another outsider at the school, Ahn Su-ho (Choi Hyun-wook), and a transfer student, Oh Beom-seok (Hong Kyung). The three form an unlikely friendship and come together to cover each other's backs at school where fights and bullying are routine occurrences.The series is created by Han Jun-hee, who led the Netflix series, “D.P.,” and is directed by You Su

Nov 17, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
Park Ji-hoon takes stab at action series with 'Weak Hero Class 1'
Shows & Dramas

INTERVIEW Lee Jong-won excited to find different sides of himself through acting

Actor Lee Jong-won played the role of Tae-yong in MBC's fantasy drama series “The Golden Spoon.” Courtesy of Echo Global Group Model-turned actor takes first lead role with 'The Golden Spoon'By Lee Gyu-leeActor Lee Jong-won has been building a promising portfolio since making his way into acting from modeling in 2018, starring in well-made series like “My Unfamiliar Family” and “Hospital Playlist 2.” Actor Lee Jong-won / Courtesy of Echo Global Group About four years into his career, the actor took his first lead role in MBC's fantasy drama series “The Golden Spoon.”“It still feels surreal that people are recognizing me and responding (to the series),” Lee told The Korea Times during an interview at the office of his agency Echo Global Group in Gangnam District in southern Seoul, Tuesday. “This is the first time that I've gotten this much popularity

Nov 16, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
[INTERVIEW] Lee Jong-won excited to find different sides of himself through acting
Shows & Dramas

Netflix original series 'Somebody' to unfold twisted melodrama

From left, director Jung Ji-woo and actors Kang Hae-lim, Kim Yong-ji, Kim Su-yeon and Kim Young-kwang pose during a press conference for Netflix's original series “Somebody,” held in Gwangjin District, eastern Seoul, Tuesday. Courtesy of Netflix By Lee Gyu-leeNetflix's upcoming Korean original series “Somebody” will tell the tale of a bizarre melodrama, topped with a thriller mystery, in this era of social media and dating apps.“This is a thriller, but if you go deep, deep down, I created a bizarre melodrama. It all comes down to wanting to communicate and connect (with others) and to the story of a person trying to find someone who will understand him,” the series' director Jung Ji-woo said during a press conference for the series, held in Gwangjin District, eastern Seoul, Tuesday. The eight-part suspense series, set for release on Friday, revolves around software developer Sum (Kang Hae-lim), who creates a social media dating app called “Somebody.” She gets involv

Nov 16, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
Netflix original series 'Somebody' to unfold twisted melodrama
Shows & Dramas

Kakao's new music show to make virtual K-pop group

By Lee Gyu-lee A poster for the new music survival show “GIRL'S RE:VERSE” / Courtesy of Kakao Entertainment Virtual reality under the bigger concept of the metaverse has been the latest trend across industries, making its way into entertainment as well. Kakao Entertainment's upcoming music survival show “GIRL'S RE:VERSE” is intended to bring together the concept of immersive, virtual reality with K-pop artists.The new show, set to premiere on Nov. 28, will invite 30 singers from different K-pop girl groups to compete with each other to make it to the top five and debut as a group through virtual reality. The participants will hide their real-life identities throughout the competition and show off their performance skills and talents through virtual avatars. Singer Bada, choreographer Aiki and TV personalities Boom and Pengsoo will host the show. The show is co-produced by Cho Wook-hyung, whose previous work includes “Infinite Challenge,” and Park Jin-kyung, who led “D

Nov 14, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
Kakao's new music show to make virtual K-pop group
Shows & Dramas

INTERVIEW Park Se-young feels emotional bond with character in 'Mental Coach Jegal'

Actress Park Se-young plays the role of a counselor in the tvN series, “Mental Coach Jegal.” Courtesy of tvN Actress returns to small screen after 3-year recharging periodBy Lee Gyu-leeActress Park Se-young has made a small screen comeback with “Mental Coach Jegal,” picking up her acting career again following a three-year hiatus after the 2019 action series, “Special Labor Inspector.” Actress Park Se-young / Courtesy of CLN Company The actress, who has taken part in a series every year since her debut in 2011, said that returning after taking some time off has changed her approach to acting.“I usually get really nervous (when I'm acting). I'm a perfectionist so I have so many thoughts going on in my head and (now,) I consciously try to tell myself to let loose,” Park said during an interview with The Korea Times, held at the office of her agency, CL

Nov 14, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
[INTERVIEW] Park Se-young feels emotional bond with character in 'Mental Coach Jegal'
Shows & Dramas

Kim So-hyun to lead new mystery romance series

By Lee Gyu-leeActress Kim So-hyun / Courtesy of IEUM#Actress Kim So-hyun has confirmed the lead role in the upcoming mystery romance series, “Useless Lies” (direct translation), according to her agency, IEUM#. The new series will revolve around a murder suspect and a woman who has a special ability to detect lies coming together to uncover the truth to exonerate the suspect. Kim will play the role of the woman, named Mok Sol-hee, who has the ability to tell whether people are lying or not. Although she takes this special ability as a curse, she tries to make it useful by taking a job as a “liar hunter.”The series, which is expected to go on air next year, will be led by director Nam Seong-woo, whose previous work includes the 2018 period series, “100 Days My Prince,” and the 2021 romantic comedy series, “My Roommate is a Gumiho.”Kim, who debuted as a child actor at the age of eight, has played the lead roles in various series, including Netflix's romance series, “Love Alarm,” and the KBS' period series, “The Tale of No

Nov 13, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
Kim So-hyun to lead new mystery romance series
Films

INTERVIEW Yeo Jin-goo, Cho Yi-hyun talk romance and youth in film 'Ditto'

Actor Yeo Jin-goo in a scene from the new romance film, “Ditto,” a remake of the time-traveling romance film from 2000 / Courtesy of Gogo Studio, CJ CGVRemake film shows young adult life, loveBy Lee Gyu-lee““Ditto,” a film from 2000 which garnered popularity with a subtle, time-traveling romance, is being picked up for a remake with the same name about 20 years later, getting a present-day depiction of young adult life and love. Led by filmmaker Seo Eun-young, whose previous work includes the drama film, “Go Back” (2021), the new romance film revolves around Yong (Yeo Jin-goo) from 1999 and Mu-nee (Cho Yi-hyun) from 2022 communicating across time through the radio.Yong is a mechanical engineering student who finds the love of his life when he meets a freshman, Han-sol (Kim Hye-yoon). He borrows his friend's ham radio and ends up communicating with a sociology major attending the same school who claims she's living in 2022. Despite the time difference, Yong and Mu-nee become closer and end up in a romantic relationship.Actors Yeo and Cho said

Nov 10, 2022By Lee Gyu-lee
[INTERVIEW] Yeo Jin-goo, Cho Yi-hyun talk romance and youth in film 'Ditto'
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