Jooheon of K-pop group Monsta X is reportedly making his acting debut in the upcoming Netflix original series Lost in America. On November 21, 2022, the Korea Herald exclusively reported that the rapper is currently preparing for the role. An industry source confirmed the Korean rapper’s status as a K-pop star who speaks English well, according to the article.
ASTRO Cha Eun-woo has been approached to star in a Hollywood film based on K-pop, according to Korean news portal StarNews in July. If everything goes according to plan, the two Korean artists will make their Hollywood debut together. According to Deadline, the project has cast Australian actress Rebel Wilson from Pitch Perfect and actor Charles Melton from Riverdale.
Jooheon will play a K-pop star stranded in the United States in the next Netflix series.
Jooheon, commonly known as Joohoney, is a rapper, singer, songwriter and producer who will be debuting in an acting role. The 28-year-old had previously stated his desire to perform for his followers during a live broadcast. When asked if he would ever work in this field, Jooheon replied:
“Acting? If I get a chance to act in a movie, I’ll take it. Every time I watch a TV series, I say to myself, “The actors in those movies are amazing.”
The upcoming film, co-produced by CJ ENM and Interstellar producer Lynda Obst, is about a K-pop band stranded in Waco, Texas, with no money or phone, just days before its US debut. in New York. The film depicts the conflict that followed. Yoon Je-kyun, best known for films like Ode to My Father and Haeundae, will direct the film, and it plans to cast K-pop stars as well as pop business artists to appeal to a global audience. . In a statement released by CJ ENM in August, he added:
“The script is being finalized, and it is planned to start filming the first part next year.” We want to work with the largest workforce in the industry.”
According to an entertainment company official, the film aims to increase the value of Korean content, which is in high demand by audiences worldwide.
“We look forward to the release of a new film that represents the world’s interest in K-pop and Hallyu content, as well as diversity trends.” We will do our best to make a movie of the highest quality possible.”
The rapper’s fans are delighted
Since the film was announced in 2021, it has attracted a lot of interest on the Internet. However, the news of Jooheon’s participation in the drama woke his MONBEBEs, who took to Twitter to express their enthusiasm and support for their idol. Once casting is complete, filming for Lost in America will begin next year. It is also expected to be released in 2023. According to the Korea Herald, Starship Entertainment has confirmed the cast of Jooheon.
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