Tag: Baduk

Netflix to release ‘승부’ on May 8th…

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Netflix to release ‘승부’ on May 8th… Important: Please use the commonly used spelling in the target language for K-POP artist names, group names, album titles, etc.

Netflix will release Yoo Ah-in's comeback film 'Seungbu' starting from May 8th. The movie tells the story of Korea's top baduk legend Cho Hun-hyun (played by Lee Byung-hun) who, after losing to his disciple in a match, challenges the top once again with his innate talent for winning. On May 1st, the film recorded a cumulative audience of 2,124,585 according to the Integrated Computer Network of the Korean Film Council, becoming a box office hit. In particular, 'Seungbu' garnered attention as Yoo Ah-in's comeback film after being embroiled in controversy over drug allegations. Lead actors Lee Byung-hun and Yoo Ah-in have been nominated for the Best Actor award at the 23rd Directors Guild of Korea Awards.
Renowned actor Lee Byung-hun will make a comeback in the spring of 2025 in the movie theaters.
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Renowned actor Lee Byung-hun will make a comeback in the spring of 2025 in the movie theaters.

One of South Korea's leading actors, Lee Byung-hun, is preparing for a new challenge. In spring 2025, he plans to take on the character of the baduk legend, Cho Hun-hyeon, and showcase his acting skills to audiences worldwide beyond South Korea. The movie he will be starring in, titled "Match," tells the story of Cho Hun-hyeon, a legend in the world of baduk, who, after losing to his disciple in a match, challenges the top once again with his innate talent for winning. Through this film, Lee Byung-hun is expected to captivate audiences with a new charm by perfectly embodying a new character based on his acting skills. "Match," starring Lee Byung-hun, is set to be released nationwide in theaters on Wednesday, March 26th.