Escape is highly anticipated among South Korean films in mid-2024. The collaboration between Lee Je Hoon and Koo Kyo Hwan as North Korean soldiers has piqued fans’ curiosity. Rising actor Hong Xa Bin, who won the Best New Actor award at the 2023 Blue Dragon Film Awards, is also part of the cast.
But there’s more! It was recently announced that Song Kang will make a cameo appearance. This news was revealed by JTBC News on Monday (15/4/2024). Escape marks one of Song Kang’s projects during his hiatus due to mandatory military service. Let’s dive into the details, shall we?
1. Escape follows the story of North Korean soldiers on the run.
footage of Lee Je Hoon and Koo Kyo Hwan in the film Escape (instagram.com/plusm_entertainment)Directed by Lee Jong Pil, known for The Sound of a Flower (2015) and Samjin Company English Class (2020), and written by Kwon Seong Hee, who penned The Spy Gone North (2018) and the Korean drama Narco-Saints (2020).
The film tells the tale of Im Kyu Nam (Lee Je Hoon), a North Korean soldier aiming for a fresh start in South Korea. However, his journey is fraught with challenges, especially as he navigates the demilitarized zone (DMZ) while being pursued by Ri Hyun Sang (Koo Kyo Hwan) from the North Korean State Security Department. Kyu Nam faces additional hurdles when Dong Kyu (Hong Xa Bin) betrays him, derailing his plans.
2. Song Kang’s cameo in Escape is making headlines.
Song Kang (post.naver.com/나무엑터스)Alongside the aforementioned actors, Song Kang is rumored to make a brief appearance. While details about his role remain scarce, JTBC News exclusively reported on April 15, 2024, that Song Kang wrapped up filming for Escape before starting his military service. His participation aims to delight fans during his hiatus.
3. Song Kang embarks on mandatory military service.
Song Kang (instagram.com/songkang_b)Song Kang began his military duty on April 2, 2024. The day before, the star of My Demon (2023) penned a heartfelt letter to his fans, assuring them of his return. Fans can still enjoy his performances in the upcoming Sweet Home Season 3, slated for release in the second quarter of 2024, and Escape, set to premiere in July. However, specific release dates for both projects are yet to be confirmed.
Fans eagerly await updates on Escape‘s international release, including in Indonesia. Stay tuned for announcements from the distributors!
