Director and actor Lee Jung-jae poses for an interview related to the release of the movie 'Hunt' held at a cafe in Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul on the afternoon of August 3rd.

'Hunt' is attracting attention as the directorial debut of actor Lee Jung-jae, who rose from a representative actor to a world-class actor through the Netflix original series 'Squid Game'.

'Hunt' is an espionage action drama that unfolds in the face of a huge incident called 'Korea's No. 1 Assassination Operation' between Park Pyong-ho (Lee Jung-jae) and Kim Jeong-do, who are suspicious of each other in order to find a hidden spy in the organization. It will premiere on August 10th.

Actor Lee Jung-jae has not undergone surgery for over two years despite a ruptured left shoulder ligament. In addition, as it is known that his hamstring has recently ruptured, concerns about his health are growing.

According to the entertainment industry on August 17th, Lee Jung-jae ruptured his left shoulder ligament while filming the movie 'Save Me from Evil' at the end of 2019, but did not undergo surgery.

At that time, the hospital recommended surgery within a month, but he returned to filming in 3 days.

Even after crank-up, Lee Jung-jae was unable to undergo surgery. He is scheduled to appear in the drama 'Squid Game' and the movie 'Hunt', so he has been focusing on the work for three years.

In an interview in 2020, Lee Jung-jae confessed, "When I have surgery, I can't move my arm for 9 months. There are many staff and actors who prepared together, so I couldn't postpone the schedule."

Lee Jung-jae even ruptured his hamstring while filming the movie 'Hunt' last year. This time he did not have surgery. He finished filming on his crutches for ten days. Despite his hectic schedule, he attended all overseas awards ceremonies. During a visit to the Cannes Film Festival last May, he contracted shingles.

In a recent round interview, he said, "After the 'Hunt' schedule, I have to digest the rest of the 'Squid Game' schedule. I also have to go to the Toronto Film Festival. After the VIP premiere, I couldn't even drink a beer. "

Many fans are concerned about Lee Jung-jae's prolific work. In particular, since most of his films are action films, there are also voices online saying, "It's amazing how much he can endure."

Netizens showed reactions such as "He's a real pro. How did you survive?", "I felt like I lost a lot of weight, but there was a reason", "I think I'll have to get surgery first."

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The energetic and fun-loving special unit of SEVENTEEN, BSS (Seungkwan, DK, and Hoshi), is ready to return with a bang! Their second single album, "TELEPARTY," will drop on January 8, and fans can’t wait.

At midnight KST on December 27, Pledis Entertainment shared the exciting teaser for BSS’s comeback through HYBE Labels' YouTube channel and SEVENTEEN’s social media. The trailer, titled "How is your youth?", instantly grabbed attention with its touching and inspiring vibe.

The trailer dives deep into the meaning of youth, opening with the question: "What is youth? Is it simply about being young?" It shows everyday moments from people of all ages and ends with the uplifting answer: "Youth is about enjoying the life you’re living at this very moment."

BSS takes on the role of "Youth Protectors," spreading joy and positivity across generations. In the teaser, they give tired students a break, take on extra work for stressed office workers, and even add some romance for two elderly individuals stuck in routine. Their efforts bring smiles, laughter, and a reminder to embrace life’s little moments.

Fans were also thrilled to see a familiar face in the trailer—actor Moon Sang Hoon, famous for his "Moon Saem" character from the YouTube channel Bba-Doners. His comedic interactions with BSS added even more charm and excitement.

The title of the album, "TELEPARTY," combines "Telepathy" and "Party," representing a celebration that connects everyone in the world. Through this concept, BSS sends the heartwarming message: "If you’re happy in this moment, you are living your youth."

Pledis Entertainment revealed that this album has been in the works since early this year and promises top-quality music. Fans can expect not just great songs but also a lot of energy and joy from this special unit.

Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN has been keeping busy with their SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN JAPAN, performing ten incredible shows in four domes. They’ll continue their stadium concerts in major cities across Asia in January and February, keeping their momentum strong.

Mark your calendars for January 8 and get ready to party with BSS!

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