According to OSEN on April 25, Kang Dong-won is expected to join director Kwak Kyung-taek’s new film Tobeol. A representative from the actor’s side confirmed, “It is true that he has received an offer to appear in Tobeol and is currently reviewing it.”
Tobeol is a historical film set during the Japanese colonial period, focusing on the time around Korea’s liberation. As a period piece, the film is expected to require a large-scale budget, with production led by AD406. Meanwhile, Showbox—known for producing consecutive box office hits—is reportedly in discussions to handle investment and distribution.
In addition to Kang Dong-won, the production is also reaching out to popular actresses in their 20s and 30s for the female lead role. Another major character has also been offered to a well-known actor, who is currently reviewing the script.
The film will be directed by Kwak Kyung-taek, who gained acclaim for his iconic noir film Friend. He has since built a strong filmography with works such as Typhoon, Eye for an Eye, Friend 2, The Classified File, and Firefighters.
Meanwhile, Kang Dong-won is already drawing attention with his upcoming film Wild Sing, set to premiere on June 3. In the movie, he transforms into a member of a 1990s co-ed idol group called Triangle. The comedy follows the group’s attempt to stage a comeback 20 years after disbanding due to an unexpected incident.
In Wild Sing, Kang Dong-won stars alongside Uhm Tae-goo and Park Ji-hyun, recreating the nostalgic vibe of 1990s K-pop through creative SNS marketing. With his idol transformation already generating buzz, anticipation continues to build for his potential role in Tobeol, signaling another busy chapter in his acting career.
Sources: Daum