Blackpink’s Jisoo, Seo In-guk to headline K-Drama ‘Boyfriend on Demand’

Seoul, (IANS) Jisoo, member of all girls superband Blackpink and (“Doom at Your Service” actor Seo In-guk will be seen starring in the new Korean romantic comedy series, which is currently titled as “Boyfriend on Demand” from streaming giant Netflix

The high-concept drama centers on an overworked webtoon producer who discovers romance through a subscription-based virtual reality dating program. Jisoo will portray Seo Mi-rae, a career-focused creative whose love life takes an unexpected turn when she receives a “Monthly Boyfriend” device that allows her to date seemingly perfect virtual suitors, reports variety.com.

Seo In-guk is set to play Park Kyeong-nam, a rival webtoon producer whose frosty exterior masks hidden depths. His character’s complex dynamic with Mi-rae promises to add tension to the workplace romance narrative.

At the helm is director Kim Jung-sik, known for his deft touch with in series like comedy-drama “Work Later, Drink Now” and comedy-romance “No Gain No Love.”

The director’s track record suggests the show will balance its high-tech premise with grounded emotional storytelling. The series continues Netflix’s investment in Korean content, following the streamer’s string of hits in the romance genre.

Earlier this month Netflix unveiled its 2025 slate. The series marks Jisoo’s latest acting venture following her success in “Snowdrop” and her new series “Newtopia,” which debuted in February and follows a couple’s journey to reunite amid a zombie outbreak in Seoul.

In “Newtopia,” Park Jeon-min plays Lee Jae-yoon, a man completing his mandatory military service, while Jisoo takes on the role of Kang Young-joo, his girlfriend navigating early career challenges.

In January, Jisoo signed a global label deal with Warner Records for her solo music releases, ahead of the February 14 release of her debut solo mini album, “Amortage.”Talking about Blackpink, the South Korean girl group is formed by YG Entertainment. The group is composed of four members: Jisoo, Jennie, Rose, and Lisa. Regarded by various publications as the "biggest girl group in the world". Blackpink’s Jisoo, Seo In-guk to headline K-Drama ‘Boyfriend on Demand’ | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

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Golden Globes 2024: Best Actress – Musical or Comedy goes to Emma Stone (‘Poor Things’)

Los Angeles, January 8 (IANS) Actress Emma Stone was honoured with the title of Best actress – musical or comedy at the ongoing Golden Globe Awards.

She was feted for her work in the science fantasy black comedy film ‘Poor Things’.

Other nominees included Fantasia Barrino for ‘The Color Purple’, Jennifer Lawrence for ‘No Hard Feelings’, Natalie Portman for ‘May December’, Alma Poysti for ‘Fallen Leaves’ and Margot Robbie for ‘Barbie’.

‘Poor Things’ tells the story of Bella Baxter, a young Victorian woman who, after being crudely resurrected by a scientist following her suicide, runs off with a debauched lawyer to embark on an odyssey of self-discovery and sexual liberation.

Emma essayed the role of the protagonist in the film.

The official X handle congratulated the actress as they wrote: “And the #GoldenGlobes award for Best Female Actor – Motion Picture – Musical/Comedy goes to.... Emma Stone in ‘Poor Things’.”

The 81st Golden Globe Awards are currently underway at the Beverly Hills, California.Indian audience can stream the award show on Lionsgate Play. Golden Globes 2024: Best Actress – Musical or Comedy goes to Emma Stone (‘Poor Things’) | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

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South Korean filmmaker seeks laughs in new comedy

Cast members including actor Tong Dawei (center) attend a press conference. [Photo / China Daily]

Despite being known for horror films, South Korean director Ahn Byeong-ki seems eager to use comedy to win the hearts of Chinese moviegoers.

His upcoming film Scandal Maker charmed an audience in a preview screening on the weekend; moviegoers wore brain wave-monitors on their head. Through analyzing the data transferred from the monitors to computers, the movie was found to be very "relaxing and funny", according to the monitor’s providers.

Ahn says there is a similarity between comedy and horror films: Both need to create "exciting moments" to lure viewers.

A Chinese remake of the namesake South Korean film screened in 2008, Scandal Maker features an established broadcaster, 38, who lives a comfortable bachelor's life until the peace is broken by two visitors, who insist he is the grandfather of a 5-year-old child.

The Sino-South Korean coproduction, mainly financed by Chinese studios, will open in Chinese mainland theaters on Nov 11, which is Single's Day in China.

The star-studded cast is led by actor Tong Dawei and Taiwan actress-singer Michelle Chen.

"Just imagine one day a stranger calls you grandpa but you’ve never seen the child before. The script is very interesting. I could not stop after reading the first several paragraphs," says Tong.

"The movie transfers a positive message: Family is the most important connection for every person," he says. Source: China.org.cn

Read More........ → November 12, 2016