King Munmu Lee Hyun-wook, Yeon Gaesomun Jang Hyuk… The 'Munmu' Quartet Set to Shake History
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actor Lee Hyun-wook will portray King Munmu, and Jang Hyuk will play Yeon Gaesomun in the new KBS2 historical drama "Munmu."
- The first stills of the main cast, including Lee Hyun-wook, Jang Hyuk, Kim Kang-woo, and Park Sung-woong, have been released.
- The drama "Munmu" is set to premiere soon, raising anticipation for the actors' historical transformations.
Actor Lee Hyun-wook is set to embody King Munmu, while Jang Hyuk will transform into the formidable Yeon Gaesomun in the upcoming KBS2 historical drama "Munmu." The release of the first still images featuring the drama's lead actors has significantly heightened expectations for the series.
The newly unveiled stills showcase the four main actors who are poised to portray figures that shaped history: Lee Hyun-wook, Jang Hyuk, Kim Kang-woo, and Park Sung-woong. Their appearances in these initial images offer a glimpse into their respective characters and the historical era the drama will depict.
"Munmu" is a new grand historical drama from KBS2, penned by Kim Ri-heon and Hong Jin-yi, and directed by Kim Young-jo and Gu Seong-jun. Produced by Keyeast and Monster Union, the drama promises to delve into a pivotal period of Korean history, with the four actors expected to deliver powerful performances.
The anticipation is palpable as fans await the premiere, eager to see how these talented actors will bring these significant historical figures to life and interpret their roles in "Munmu."
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.