Caught Joining Marvel, Some Films That Park Seo Joon Has Starred In!

Kapanlagi.com - Park Seo Joon's popularity in the world of Korean dramas is undeniable. Seo Joon has come a long way from his brief supporting roles in dramas like DREAM HIGH 2. Now, the 33-year-old actor is adored by many with an undeniable charm.

It seems that Park Seo Joon's name is currently trending #1 among Korean drama lovers. Why not, the actor who played Park Sae Royi in ITAEWON CLASS is rumored to be joining the MCU. In late July 2021, the public was shocked by the appearance of his name in the cast list of the sequel to CAPTAIN MARVEL on IMDb.

Initially, Park Seo Joon's agency, Awesome Entertainment, chose not to comment further on this. However, the agency finally confirmed that Park Seo Joon did fly abroad for filming the Marvel movie on August 3rd.

His acting is not only limited to Marvel movies, Seo Joon has actually appeared in these movies. Here is a list of movies that could be your weekend watchlist:

1. 'MIDNIGHT RUNNERS'

MIDNIGHT RUNNERS (Credit: imdb.com/Midnight Runners)

MIDNIGHT RUNNERS which started filming in late 2016 pairs Seo Joon with actor WHEN THE CAMELLIA BLOOMS—Kang Ha Neul in his project. Directed by Kim Joo Hwan, the film is an action comedy.

Completed in February 2017, MIDNIGHT RUNNERS tells the story of 2 police trainees at the National Police University of Korea who witness the kidnapping of a young woman in the middle of the night. Before it's too late, they try to save her life due to the apathetic attitude of the police bureaucracy.

2. 'THE CHRONICLES OF EVIL'

THE CHRONICLES OF EVIL (Credit: imdb.com/The Chronicles Of Evil)

This mystery-thriller film is the work of Baek Woon Hak. Park Seo Joon himself was recruited by Woon Hak to play the character Cha Dong Jae, one of the members of the Korean Police detective team.

Released in May 2015, THE CHRONICLES OF EVIL tells the story of a detective team leader who accidentally commits murder when returning from a promotion party. The next day, news of the murder appears on TV and he is responsible for investigating the murder.

Curious about the continuation? Come on, let's watch it!

3. 'THE DIVINE FURY'

THE DIVINE FURY (Credit: imdb.com/The Divine Fury)

Previously collaborated in MIDNIGHT RUNNERS (2017), director Kim Joo Hwan and Park Seo Joon are reunited in this film. THE DIVINE FURY itself began production in 2018 and was finally released on the big screen in mid-2019.

This film tells the story of Yong Hoo (Park Seo Joon) who lost his father in an accident. Since then, he no longer trusts people. Then, Yong Hoo meets Priest An, who is also an exorcist. They then become involved in a case and must fight against a powerful evil.

4. 'PARASITE'

PARASITE (Credit: imdb.com/Parasite)

This work that made waves in the film world in 2019 carries the drama-family genre. Although not appearing on the poster, Park Seo Joon was recruited as Min Hyuk—a wealthy student studying at a prestigious university. This film, which won the Palme d'Or at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, depicts the situation of the poor and the rich.

The story revolves around a man named Ki Taek—the poor and unemployed who live with their family in a flat in the slums of Seoul. The story begins when Ki Woo—Ki Taek's son, his friend, asks Ki Woo to take over a private tutoring job while he studies abroad. Immediately, Ki Woo enters the lives of the wealthy family, while his own family hides on the outskirts.

So, which film is the choice for KLovers to watch this weekend?

This article was written by: Salafi Mufida Hasna

(kpl/mag)