Actor Ryu Seung-ryong initially declined role in 'The Meteor Shower'
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At a glance
- Actor Ryu Seung-ryong initially turned down a role in the upcoming film 'The Meteor Shower.'
- The film, directed by Lee Ji-won, is scheduled for release on October 2nd.
- Ryu Seung-ryong expressed his desire to stop playing fatherly roles, despite being a 'father of daughters' in the movie.
South Korean actor Ryu Seung-ryong, known for his versatile performances, has revealed that he initially declined a role in the upcoming film 'The Meteor Shower.' The film, which is set to premiere on October 2nd, features Ryu Seung-ryong in a significant role.
In a recent interview, Ryu Seung-ryong shared his reservations about taking on the part. He stated, "I wanted to stop playing father roles." This sentiment comes despite his character in 'The Meteor Shower' being a father, and Ryu Seung-ryong himself being a father to daughters in real life.
The film 'The Meteor Shower' is directed and written by Lee Ji-won, with production by Ace Factory and Gio Film. The movie's upcoming release has generated anticipation, particularly with Ryu Seung-ryong's involvement, despite his initial hesitation.
This interview segment follows previous discussions where Ryu Seung-ryong detailed his experiences and thoughts on his career. His candidness about his role preferences offers a glimpse into the actor's considerations beyond the script and character.
I wanted to stop playing father roles.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.