Jung Woo Sung as Han Myeong Hoe, the cold-hearted strategist, who systematizes bloody purges and personally writes the “death ledger” (sal-saeng-bu)
Jung Sung Il as Ban Seok, a figure protecting the secret organization “Hwajeopmong,” which was formed to assassinate Han Myeong Hoe and other conspirators
TBA - Lee Hwa, a young girl who chooses the path of a demon-like avenger to seek revenge against Han Myeong Hoe, as well as five female assassins who make up the Hwajeopmong organization
Wi Ha Joon as Grand Prince Suyang (special appearance) a man driven by intense ambition for the throne and convinced he is destined to become king
The film ‘Salsaengbu’ has finalized its casting with Jung Woo Sung, Jung Sung Il, and Wi Ha Joon, and has officially begun full-scale production preparations.
Based on the webtoon of the same name, which surpassed 120 million cumulative views, the movie adaptation draws from a highly acclaimed original work that won the Grand Prize at the 1st Daum Online Comics Awards for both its storytelling and artwork.
The film is being introduced as Korea’s first large-scale global action-historical project. Joining director Kim Hong Sun are cinematographer Michael Carstensen, known for ‘The Dark Tower’ and ‘The Witcher’, as well as lighting director Kieran White, who worked on ‘The King's Man’ and ‘The Marvels’.
Unusually for a historical action film, ‘Salsaengbu’ is reportedly in positive discussions with major global distributors for worldwide distribution, including North America.
Production will be handled by Take One. The filmmakers are also reportedly casting a rookie actress, and according to industry insiders, the movie is expected to feature highly intense and violent content.
The production is currently in pre-production, with filming targeted to begin sometime in 2026.
isnt this a really popular webtoon? esp with this cast i dont know how they have low expectations😢
Yeah, it’s a pretty well-known webtoon, but according to the article, the delay seems to be more about business concerns than popularity. They apparently think factors like profitability and overseas sales potential may not be strong enough, even with such a stacked cast. :/
Yoo Hae Jin and Yim Si Wan received offers for ‘Modup’ and are positively reviewing them.
Kim So Hyun and Lee Moo Saeng have also reportedly been cast.
The film is currently deep into pre-production, including casting work. It’s scheduled to begin filming at the end of August and is expected to wrap filming in the second half of this year.
Lee Do Hyun and Kim Min Ha have both received an offer to appear in the Korean adaptation of the romance film ‘Let’s Shake Our Sun’, and are positively reviewing it. Directed by Park Dan Hee and based on the Netflix film ‘Viva La Vida’.
The production is currently in pre-production and casting stages, aiming to begin filming in early autumn, with distribution handled by Acemaker Movie Works.
The Korean adaptation is reportedly making some changes to the story and character settings to better suit Korean audiences. Though categorized as a melodrama/romance film, it is also expected to deeply explore themes of life, death, and love, requiring emotionally rich performances from the cast.
Kwak Si Yang has reportedly confirmed his appearance.
He will play Koo Tae Rim, an assistant manager in Comprehensive Consulting Team 1 at Nara Bank’s Myeong-dong branch. After causing an incident as a rookie employee, he has remained stuck at the assistant manager level for 10 years and is treated like a “burden” by his coworkers.
Production: Fantagio, Gline (participation by creator Kang Eun-kyung, writer) Art Director: Choi Ji-hye (Inside the Volcano, Mask Girl, etc.) Filming Period: Scheduled for August 2026 ~ January 2027
Park Ji Hoon has ultimately declined the role in the tvN drama ‘Promoter’ his agency confirms, and the production team is now looking for a new actor.
Park Ji Hoon was initially set to play Jang Jeong Gu, a WBC Light Flyweight boxer in Promoter. The character is a naturally talented boxer who repeatedly falls short of winning championships due to disqualifications. There was high anticipation for Park Ji Hoon’s transformation, combining his Busan dialect with the boxer role, but ultimately, it didn’t work out. The production team is now returning to the casting process to find a new actor. As a result, Park Ji Hoon’s next project will be postponed for the time being.
He will focus on his fan concert Asia tour RE:FLECT.
Confirmed cast From season 1: Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo, Zo In-sung, Cha Tae-hyun, Ryu Seung-bum, Go Youn-jung, Kim Do-hoon, Kim Sung-kyun, Shim Dal-gi, Moon Sung-keun, Kim Jong-soo, Park Byung-eun, Kim Shin-rok, Lee Ho-jung, Park Kwang-jae, Kim Gook-hee, Kim Hee-won, Shin Jae-hwi, and Park Han-sol will return.
Newly joining the cast are Won Gyu-bin, Sol Kyung-gu, Lee Hee-jun, Ryu Hye-young, Noh Yoon-seo, Kim Sung-kyu, Kim Gun-woo, and Choi Yoon-ji, completing a star-studded lineup.
Won Gyu-bin also confirmed to take on the role of Kim Bong-seok.
https://x.com/ggonigone/status/2058426672639246531
Jung Woo Sung as Han Myeong Hoe, the cold-hearted strategist, who systematizes bloody purges and personally writes the “death ledger” (sal-saeng-bu)
Jung Sung Il as Ban Seok, a figure protecting the secret organization “Hwajeopmong,” which was formed to assassinate Han Myeong Hoe and other conspirators
TBA - Lee Hwa, a young girl who chooses the path of a demon-like avenger to seek revenge against Han Myeong Hoe, as well as five female assassins who make up the Hwajeopmong organization
Wi Ha Joon as Grand Prince Suyang (special appearance) a man driven by intense ambition for the throne and convinced he is destined to become king
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/076/0004408080
Based on the webtoon of the same name, which surpassed 120 million cumulative views, the movie adaptation draws from a highly acclaimed original work that won the Grand Prize at the 1st Daum Online Comics Awards for both its storytelling and artwork.
The film is being introduced as Korea’s first large-scale global action-historical project. Joining director Kim Hong Sun are cinematographer Michael Carstensen, known for ‘The Dark Tower’ and ‘The Witcher’, as well as lighting director Kieran White, who worked on ‘The King's Man’ and ‘The Marvels’.
Unusually for a historical action film, ‘Salsaengbu’ is reportedly in positive discussions with major global distributors for worldwide distribution, including North America.
Production will be handled by Take One. The filmmakers are also reportedly casting a rookie actress, and according to industry insiders, the movie is expected to feature highly intense and violent content.
The production is currently in pre-production, with filming targeted to begin sometime in 2026.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/076/0004408080
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/109/0005537342
Kim So Hyun and Lee Moo Saeng have also reportedly been cast.
The film is currently deep into pre-production, including casting work. It’s scheduled to begin filming at the end of August and is expected to wrap filming in the second half of this year.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/076/0004406664
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/477/0000609517
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/437/0000492302
The production is currently in pre-production and casting stages, aiming to begin filming in early autumn, with distribution handled by Acemaker Movie Works.
The Korean adaptation is reportedly making some changes to the story and character settings to better suit Korean audiences. Though categorized as a melodrama/romance film, it is also expected to deeply explore themes of life, death, and love, requiring emotionally rich performances from the cast.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/241/0003511461
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/437/0000492538
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/052/0002356569
Doctor Cha Season 2 is preparing to start filming in the second half of the year.
https://n.news.naver.com/article/018/0006284128?sid=101
He will play Koo Tae Rim, an assistant manager in Comprehensive Consulting Team 1 at Nara Bank’s Myeong-dong branch. After causing an incident as a rookie employee, he has remained stuck at the assistant manager level for 10 years and is treated like a “burden” by his coworkers.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/117/0004066961
Art Director: Choi Ji-hye (Inside the Volcano, Mask Girl, etc.)
Filming Period: Scheduled for August 2026 ~ January 2027
https://x.com/ggonigone/status/2057360974836072668
Park Ji Hoon was initially set to play Jang Jeong Gu, a WBC Light Flyweight boxer in Promoter. The character is a naturally talented boxer who repeatedly falls short of winning championships due to disqualifications. There was high anticipation for Park Ji Hoon’s transformation, combining his Busan dialect with the boxer role, but ultimately, it didn’t work out. The production team is now returning to the casting process to find a new actor. As a result, Park Ji Hoon’s next project will be postponed for the time being.
He will focus on his fan concert Asia tour RE:FLECT.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/117/0004066696
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/241/0003511290
His agency YY Entertainment said that he is positively considering the offer.
The director is Oh Hyun Jong, known for works such as Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, Two Cops, Find Me in Your Memory, and Doctor Slump.
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/076/0004406905
https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/609/0001126038
https://x.com/adorejunyoung/status/2056542461204513226
https://www.filmmakers.co.kr/proCrewRecruiting/28706711
From season 1: Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo, Zo In-sung, Cha Tae-hyun, Ryu Seung-bum, Go Youn-jung, Kim Do-hoon, Kim Sung-kyun, Shim Dal-gi, Moon Sung-keun, Kim Jong-soo, Park Byung-eun, Kim Shin-rok, Lee Ho-jung, Park Kwang-jae, Kim Gook-hee, Kim Hee-won, Shin Jae-hwi, and Park Han-sol will return.
Newly joining the cast are Won Gyu-bin, Sol Kyung-gu, Lee Hee-jun, Ryu Hye-young, Noh Yoon-seo, Kim Sung-kyu, Kim Gun-woo, and Choi Yoon-ji, completing a star-studded lineup.
Won Gyu-bin also confirmed to take on the role of Kim Bong-seok.
https://www.slist.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=739699
https://x.com/disneyplusph/status/2056329945299779589
https://x.com/cjndrama/status/2056147756117622941