New Delhi: Song Kang Ho is a reputation that wants no introduction. The actor who starred in a number of internationally acclaimed Korean hits reminiscent of “Snow Piercer, Parasite and Broker, is all set for his new innings.
The actor makes his TV and digital debut for the primary time in his 35-year-long profession with Disney+’s new authentic collection “Uncle Samsik.”
Sam Sik which could be translated to 3 meals, takes viewers again in time to the 1960’s as Korea rebuilt itself after the 1950-53 Korean War.
“This is a very Korean title. Since (the series) is set against the era when people were desperate for food, it captures a lot of unique sentiments of Korea” Song mentioned throughout a press convention, additional including how in Korea meals is commonly used as a technique to present your concern, and even break the ice with anybody. “Although the historic setting is not the primary focus of the collection, it displays the lives we live by way of fictional characters. So I’ve excessive hopes (for the collection) as I believe it may be a thought-provoking piece, “ mentioned Song Kang Ho.
Directed by Shin Yeon-shick, who scripted the 2016 historic movie “Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet,” the present follows the lifetime of Park Doo-chill (Song Kang Ho), who goes by the identify Uncle Samsik. As the nation faces turbulent instances Park’s precedence is to verify his household will get their three meals. Kim San (Byun Yo-han), is an elite idealist who has nice ambition to reshape the nation’s fortunes. He intrigued by Park and his methods, joins arms with him for the event of their struggling nation.
Song Kang Ho gained the Best Actor award on the 2022 Cannes Film and was the primary Korean actor to win the Best Actor trophy for Broker, is commonly referred to as a grasp of his craft. The New York Times ranked him because the one of many biggest actors of all time in 2020. Talkih about his TV and digital debut , he humbly responded that it was simply one other technique to problem himself as an actor by way of a special medium.
“Came to affix this collection naturally. I’ve talked about this with the director, however ‘Uncle Samsik’ is totally different from many streaming service collection which might be trending now. So, it may really feel extra adventurous and refreshing. That triggered my curiosity and enthusiasm, which led me so far.”
Uncle Samsik premiers on Disney + Hotstar On May 15.
