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Actor Lee Byung-hun, who represents Korea, appeared in the CNN original documentary series 'K-Everything'.
According to his agency BH Entertainment on the 29th, Lee Byung-hun appeared in the documentary and shared sincere stories about the global competitiveness of Korean content and his own artistic world.
'K-Everything' is a four-part documentary series that explores the background and driving forces behind how Korean culture has become a global cultural phenomenon. Actor and director Daniel Dae Kim serves as host and executive producer, covering various areas of Korean culture including K-pop, films and dramas, food, and beauty.
Lee Byung-hun appeared in the 'K-Film' episode and engaged in an in-depth conversation with Daniel Dae Kim about the growth process of the Korean film and content industry and the reasons why Korean content has won the love of people around the world.
When asked about the recent global popularity of Korean content, Lee Byung-hun said, "It seems to be due to unpredictable plot developments." He explained the unique emotion and vitality of Korean content by discussing 'heung' (a Korean cultural sentiment), stating, "'Heung' is a positive and bright energy. I think it is energy that comes from the spirit or soul." Lee Byung-hun also mentioned the work 'K-Pop Demon Hunters,' which has recently become a global topic, adding that the unique energy of Korean content is creating a global consensus.
The conversation between the two also turned to Lee Byung-hun's filmography and his journey as an actor. Recalling the film 'Joint Security Area,' Lee Byung-hun said, "It was a work we met during a period when consecutive films did not achieve the expected results," and added, "It was a work that was significant both commercially and artistically."
Regarding the film 'A Bittersweet Life,' Daniel Dae Kim praised it as "a stylish yet cruel film" and revealed that it is his life-defining movie. Lee Byung-hun also cited 'A Bittersweet Life' as one of his most rewarding works.
Lee Byung-hun also shared his thoughts on the future of the Korean entertainment industry. He stated, "Rather than first thinking about what people like, if we continue to develop our storytelling methods and our unique energy with persistence, we will eventually receive sustained interest and love," conveying his vision for the direction Korean content should take.
Meanwhile, Lee Byung-hun is currently filming Disney+'s original series 'Koreans.'
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