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Believer 2
''Believer 2'' () is a 2023 South Korean action crime film directed by Baek Jong-yul. It is a sequel to the 2018 film ''Believer'' and stars Cho Jin-woong, Cha Seung-won, Han Hyo-joo, Oh Seung-hoon, Kim Dong-young, and Lee Joo-young. The sequel follows Won-ho's investigation of looking for "Rak," who disappeared after Brian's incarceration, while getting to the core of the elusive drug cartel. It premiered at 28th Busan International Film Festival in 'Korean Cinema Today - Special Premiere' section on October 5, 2023. It is available for streaming on Netflix from November 17, 2023. Cast Main * Cho Jin-woong as Jo Won-ho : A persistent detective who has been tracking the true nature of a drug organization for a long time. * Cha Seung-won as Brian Lee : A hidden figure in the organization. He impersonated as 'Mr. Lee' in the previous film. * Han Hyo-joo as Big Knife/Seob So-Cheon : The closest associate of Mr. Lee and in charge of handling the organization's affairs. * Oh Seu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baik (director)
Baek Jong-yul (; born 1970), known as Baik, is a South Korean film director A film director or filmmaker is a person who controls a film's artistic and dramatic aspects and visualizes the screenplay (or script) while guiding the film crew and actors in the fulfillment of that Goal, vision. The director has a key role .... Baik worked as a visual artist and advertisement director before entering the film industry. His feature debut - a romantic comedy film ''The Beauty Inside (2015 film), The Beauty Inside'' (2015), deals with the love between a man who becomes a different person every day and a girl (played by Han Hyo-joo), who loves him. Baik said that there were definitely challenges to create a film with so many different actors playing the same character as each actor came to the set with his or her own interpretation of the character. His effort won him the Best New Director at the 52nd Grand Bell Awards in 2015. Filmography Film *''Oldboy (2003 film), Oldboy'' ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
JTBC
JTBC (shortened from Joongang Tongyang Broadcasting Company; ; stylized in all lowercase) is a South Korean nationwide pay television network. Its primary shareholder is JoongAng Holdings, with a 25% stake. It was launched on December 1, 2011. JTBC is a generalist channel, with programming consisting of television series, variety shows, and news broadcasting; its news division is held in similar regard to the three main terrestrial networks in South Korea. In 2011, JTBC was one of four new South Korean nationwide generalist cable TV networks alongside '' The Dong-a Ilbo''s Channel A, '' The Chosun Ilbo''s TV Chosun and ''Maeil Business Newspaper''s MBN. They serve as supplementary networks to the existing conventional free-to-air TV networks like KBS, MBC, SBS and other smaller channels launched following deregulation in 1990. History '' JoongAng Ilbo'', which used to be a part of Samsung, had previously owned a TV station. In 1964, it founded the Tongyang Br ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
South China Morning Post
The ''South China Morning Post'' (''SCMP''), with its Sunday edition, the ''Sunday Morning Post'', is a Hong Kong-based English-language newspaper owned by Alibaba Group. Founded in 1903 by Tse Tsan-tai and Alfred Cunningham, it has remained Hong Kong's newspaper of record since British colonial rule. Editor-in-chief Tammy Tam succeeded Wang Xiangwei in 2016. The ''SCMP'' prints paper editions in Hong Kong and operates an online news website that is blocked in mainland China. The newspaper's circulation has been relatively stable for years—the average daily circulation stood at 100,000 in 2016. In a 2019 survey by the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the ''SCMP'' was regarded relatively as the most credible paid newspaper in Hong Kong. The ''SCMP'' was owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation from 1986 until it was acquired by Malaysian real estate tycoon Robert Kuok in 1993. On 5 April 2016, Alibaba Group acquired the media properties of the SCMP Group, including ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Joo-hyuk
Kim Joo-hyuk (3 October 1972 – 30 October 2017) was a South Korean actor. He was known for his leading roles in the films ''My Wife Got Married'' (2008), '' The Servant'' (2010), and '' Yourself and Yours'' (2016), his supporting roles in '' Confidential Assignment'' (2017) and '' Believer'' (2018), as well as the television series ''Lovers in Prague'' (2005), ''God of War'' (2012), ''Hur Jun, The Original Story'' (2013) and ''Argon'' (2017). He was also an original regular cast member on the third season of the KBS2's reality-variety show ''2 Days & 1 Night''. Personal life Family Kim was the son of actor Kim Mu-saeng. He and his father both played real-life court physician Heo Jun. Relationships Kim began dating actress Kim Ji-soo in 2003; they portrayed a married couple in the 2002 TV series ''Like a Flowing River''. Their six-year relationship ended in 2009. Kim also dated ''God of War'' co-star Kim Gyu-ri from 2012 to 2013. In December 2016, Kim was confirmed to be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Byun Yo-han
Byun Yo-han (born April 29, 1986) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his roles in the television series '' Misaeng: Incomplete Life'' (2014), ''Six Flying Dragons'' (2015–2016), '' Mr. Sunshine'' (2018), and '' Black Out'' (2024). He has also appeared in films including '' Socialphobia'' (2015), '' The Book of Fish'' (2021) and '' Hansan: Rising Dragon'' (2022), for which he was awarded the Best Supporting Actor prize at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards. Career He made his acting debut in 2011, and appeared in over 30 short films as a student of Korea National University of Arts. The then-unknown actor rose to fame in 2014 with a supporting role in the popular workplace cable series '' Misaeng: Incomplete Life''. In 2015, he starred in leading roles in indie hit '' Socialphobia'' and the romantic comedy '' Ex-Girlfriends' Club''. In the same year, he also appeared as one of the six main leads in SBS's 50-episode historical drama ''Six Flying Dragons'' playing a ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jeon Seok-ho
Jeon Seok-ho (; born May 2, 1984) is a South Korean actor. He is known for his role in '' Kingdom'' as the incompetent magistrate. He starred in TV series such as '' Misaeng: Incomplete Life'' (2014), ''The Good Wife'' (2016), and '' Strong Woman Do Bong-soon'' (2017). Early life and education Jeon was born on May 2, 1984. Jeon first appeared on the screen in a minor role in the 2000 film Just Do It. In 2001, he appeared on the small screen in the EBS drama School Story. In 2003, he entered the Department of Theater and Film at Hanyang University. He said, "I fell in love with theater after meeting good professors and good seniors." He knew then that he wanted to do this for the rest of his life. Career Early career in Travel series Jeon, actors Park Dong-wook and Director Park Seon-hee, three alumni of Hanyang University's Theater Department left for India in February 2010 and traveled for a month. Upon returning, they were jointly planning the 'India Blog'. In June 2011, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tzi Ma
Tzi Ma (;) is a Hong Kong-American actor. He has appeared in television shows including '' The Man in the High Castle'' and '' 24'', and films including ''Dante's Peak'', ''Rush Hour'', ''Rush Hour 3'', '' Arrival'', '' The Farewell'', ''Tigertail'', and ''Mulan''. From 2021 to 2023, he starred in the American martial arts television series ''Kung Fu'' on The CW. Early life and education Ma was born in Hong Kong, the youngest of seven children. In 1949, Ma's father moved to Hong Kong following the Chinese Communist Revolution, and then to the United States when Ma was five years old, following political turmoil in Hong Kong. Ma grew up in New York, where his parents ran an American Chinese restaurant, Ho Wah, in Staten Island. According to Ma, immigration activist Lau Sing Kee previously operated the restaurant. Ma found his love for acting when he played Buffalo Bill in an elementary school production of ''Annie Get Your Gun''. Career Ma has deep ties to theatre. He cites ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yang Ik-june
Yang Ik-june (born October 19, 1975) is a South Korean actor and film director. He is best known for the 2009 film '' Breathless'', which he wrote, directed, edited, and starred in. Career Born in Seoul in 1975, Yang graduated from the Department of Entertainment & Acting at the Kongju Communication Arts College. After discharge from his military service, Yang studied theatre and trained at the Actor's 21 Academy before delving into the film industry. In the next six years he starred in 30 short films, and won the Best Actor award at the Mise-en-scène Short Film Festival for the 2005 short film ''Ooh, You Make Me Sick''. In 2005 he directed his first short film, ''Always Behind You'', which earned him the Audience Award at the Seoul Independent Short Film Festival. He also played minor roles in more than ten mainstream films such as ''Les Formidables'', ''Maundy Thursday'', and ''Viva! Love''. But it was '' Breathless'', his semi-autobiographical feature directorial debut in w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Sang-hee (actress)
Lee Sang-hee (; October 8, 1983), born Lee Na-ri (), is a South Korean actress. She first became known for her role in the film '' End of Winter'' (2014). She later rose to prominence and gained recognition for her role in the film '' Our Love Story'' (2016). She also appeared in television series such as '' Children of the 20th Century'' (2017) and '' One Spring Night'' (2019). Filmography Film Television series Web series Hosting Music video appearances Awards and nominations References {{DEFAULTSORT:Lee, Sang-hee 1983 births Living people South Korean film actresses South Korean television actresses South Korean web series actresses 21st-century South Korean actresses Actresses from Ulsan Best New Actress Paeksang Arts Award (film) winners ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jo Han-chul
Jo Han-chul (; born June 13, 1973) is a South Korean actor. Jo Han-cheol debuted in the play 'One Room' in 1998 and has been active in the theatre world for a long time. After that, he went back and forth between TV dramas and movies, playing supporting roles. He is best known for his roles in television drama '' 100 Days My Prince'' (2018), '' Vincenzo'' (2021), '' Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha'' (2021), ''Jirisan'' (2021), '' Reborn Rich'' (2022), '' Gyeongseong Creature'' (2023) and '' Love Next Door'' (2024). Education Jo graduated from Cheongju University with an undergraduate degree in Film Directing from the Department of Theatre and Film. He then pursued further education and earned a master's degree in acting from the Korea National University of Arts and Drama. For his graduation thesis, Jo focused on the topic of 'Research on Film Acting in relation to the unique characteristics of media in films, with a critical examination of American method acting'. Career Jo debuted as a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kang Seung-hyun
Kang Seung-hyun (born 22 September 1987), commonly known as Hyoni Kang, is a South Korean model who won Ford's Model of the World title in 2008 at the age of 19. She is the first Asian model to win this award. Career Model Kang officially debuted as a model as she opened the fall 3.1 Phillip Lim in New York City in February 2008. In September 2008, she opened the spring Trovata show and closed the spring Nanette Lepore show in New York. She also walked for 3.1 Phillip Lim, DKNY, Halston, and Michael Kors. In February 2009, Kang walked the fall 3.1 Phillip Lim, Badgley Mischka, Tory Burch, Roksanda Ilincic, and House of Holland shows in New York and London. In February 2010, Kang opened the fall Maria Cornejo and Osman Yousefzada shows in New York and London, and she also closed for Karen Walker and Amanda Wakeley. Not only did Kang walked on runways, she also had many photo shoots for world-famous magazines. In April 2008, Kang was featured on first major cover of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jung Joon-won (actor, Born 1988)
Jung Jun Won (born January 13, 1988) is a South Korean actor. He is known for his role in the television series '' Resident Playbook''. Filmography Film Television series Awards and nominations References External links * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Jung, Joon-won 1988 births Living people South Korean male television actors South Korean male film actors Seoul Institute of the Arts alumni ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
