Actor Nam Hyun Woo has just signed an exclusive contract with Different Company, marking a new chapter in his career!

On December 20, Hwang Jun-seok, the CEO of Different Company, shared the exciting news, saying, "We are thrilled to be working with Nam Hyun Woo, an actor with exceptional acting skills and great character. We will be a reliable partner to help his diverse talents shine even brighter."

Nam Hyun Woo first caught attention for his role as 'Jo Chung-beom' in the 2021 web drama Good Good Soo. His portrayal of a young professional struggling with the ups and downs of office life resonated deeply with viewers.

The drama, which humorously explored the realities of small businesses in South Korea, also made history as the first web drama to be invited to the Cannes Film Festival.

This debut performance instantly brought him into the spotlight!

Following his success in Good Good Soo, Nam Hyun Woo's career took off. He became a familiar face on SNL Korea, where he impressed viewers with his comedic talent and ability to portray a variety of characters. He also showcased his range in dramas like tvN's Missing: The Other Side 2, No Need for Lies, and MBC's Detective 1958.

Now, fans have even more to look forward to! Nam Hyun Woo's agency also announced that he will star in the upcoming tvN drama Potato Research Institute, set to air in 2025. This only adds to the excitement surrounding his future projects!

Different Company, known for managing talented actors, also represents stars like Cha Mi-kyung, Lee Young-jin, and Takuya, among others. The entertainment world is watching closely as Nam Hyun Woo takes on new challenges and grows in his career with his new agency by his side.

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Actor Song Kang Ho shocked fans by revealing the surprising reason he initially turned down the iconic role in Joint Security Area (JSA).

On February 4, the movie JSA was celebrated as a "Visionary" work at a special GV (Guest Visit) event for CJ ENM’s 30th anniversary at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. The event was attended by director Park Chan-wook and stars like Song Kang Ho, Lee Byung Hun, Lee Young Ae, Kim Tae Woo, and Ko Kyung Beom, who shared stories from the making of the film.

Joint Security Area, a groundbreaking film by director Park Chan-wook, tells the story of North and South Korean soldiers caught in a tragic incident at the border, highlighting the human side of the divided nations. The film has been widely praised for changing the perception of inter-Korean relations and is seen as a key moment in Korean cinema.

During the event, Song Kang Ho admitted that he turned down the JSA script at first, saying, "The script was just too perfect. It was so well-written and tightly woven that I couldn’t believe it. I thought, ‘Is this really Korean cinema at this level?’ I felt it was too good, and I figured the movie wouldn’t live up to the script."

He also mentioned that at the time, Park Chan-wook’s previous films hadn’t done well, which made him even more doubtful. "But after meeting the director, I started to trust him," Song Kang Ho added.

Reflecting on the film 20 years later, Song Kang Ho joked, "I was flipping through channels and watched JSA again. I thought, ‘There was a time when I wasn’t envious of Lee Byung Hun,’ but he looked so handsome and cool back then." He continued, laughing, "One thing about Park Chan-wook's films is that they have a depth and elegance that you just can’t forget. It’s probably why his new movie is called I Can’t Help It."

Song Kang Ho also spoke fondly of reuniting with his JSA co-stars after 25 years. He shared, "We didn’t watch the film together, but we had a cozy two-hour dinner. After all this time, it felt nostalgic. It was heartwarming to sit together again and reminisce about the past. It really made me realize how meaningful these moments are."

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