Director Jo Jang-ho of 'Streaming' waited for Kang Ha-neul to complete his military service before casting him.
On the morning of the 26th, a production presentation for the film 'Streaming' was held at Lotte Cinema at the Konkuk University station. Attendees included lead actor Kang Ha-neul and Director Jo Jang-ho.
'Streaming' (script director Jo Jang-ho, distributed by Lotte Entertainment, produced by Very Good Studio Co., Ltd., co-produced by TH Story) is a thriller work in which the number one subscriber crime channel streamer Woo Sang (played by Kang Ha-neul) discovers clues to a serial murder case that had remained unsolved and streams the process of pursuing the perpetrator in real-time.
Kang Ha-neul, a favorite actor known for effortlessly switching between genres and characters in films such as '30 Days', 'Midnight Runners', 'Dongju', dramas like 'When the Camellia Blooms', and Netflix's 'Squid Game' Season 2, reveals a side of him never seen before in 'Streaming'. Expectations are high for his acting transformation, complete with intense tattoos and a crazed appearance.
Director Jo Jang-ho said, "From the beginning, I wrote the scenario with Kang Ha-neul in mind. In fact, there was a brief connection with him in a previous scenario. I was moved by various aspects, including his attitude, and thought, 'Wouldn't I be able to create a proper work with this person?' But then he suddenly went to the military. So, I spent two years just writing the scenario. I unintentionally waited. There was no promise from Kang Ha-neul that he would do it, but after he returned from the military, I thought I should give it to him. However, after his discharge, he starred in 'When the Camellia Blooms' and became a very hot actor, so I thought, 'He probably won't be able to do it,' but he said he would," revealing the behind-the-scenes story.
To the question, "Did you know the director waited several years?" Kang Ha-neul replied, "I didn't know. If you listen to the director's story, you will understand, but he is someone who does not talk about himself. He has a very quiet style. But the moment I read this script, I had no choice but to do it. I was curious about what would happen next, so I read it all in one sitting. I had no choice but to do it."
Meanwhile, 'Streaming' is set to be released on March 21.
[Photo] Reporter Min Kyung-hoon