Actor Keita Machida has teamed up with HB Entertainment.
On the 5th, HB Entertainment stated, "We have signed an exclusive domestic contract with actor Keita Machida, who is very popular in Japan. This contract is expected to systematically promote Machida's activities in Korea and globally. We will fully support his performance on the global stage based on his wide acting spectrum and diverse charm."
Keita Machida, who debuted in 2010 with the play 'Rokudenashi BLUES', has built a solid fan base through consistent activities across dramas and films. In particular, in 2020, he received a warm response with his unique character portrayals in the Netflix series 'Alice in Borderland' and the TV Tokyo drama and film 'Cherry Magic: Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!'. In the same year, he proved his acting ability with delicate expression in the Japanese film 'Your Eyes Tell', a remake of the Korean film 'Only You'.
On the 31st of last month, Keita Machida starred in the Netflix series 'Glass Heart', which was released worldwide. This piece depicts the musical growth of an expelled drummer who is scouted by a new band and regains his passion. Keita Machida played the central role of a hardworking guitarist and showcased explosive charisma. In December, Netflix will exclusively release the film '10DANCE', starring Keita Machida.
Moreover, Keita Machida is also the husband of actress Hyunri (Lee Hyunri). Hyunri is an actress of Korean descent who has been active in numerous Japanese films and dramas, including the movie 'Jersey!' and the drama 'The Day Your World Ends'. In particular, she gained recognition among domestic fans by appearing in the Apple TV+ original series 'Pachinko' and is also set to appear in the Disney+ original series 'Killer Shopping Mall Season 2'. Hyunri and Keita Machida became a couple after marrying on Dec. 25, 2022, following five years of dating.
In this way, Keita Machida has demonstrated a distinctive presence as a leading actor across various platforms, including dramas, films, and OTTs. His outstanding character interpretational skills exhibited in numerous works are expected to shine in his future activities in Korea.
HB Entertainment, home to skilled actors such as Kim Yoon-seok, Lee Sung-min, Joo Jin-mo, Koo Ja-sung, Kim Tae-hyung, An Jae-hyun, Oh Chang-seok, Lee Gyu-bok, Jung Yong-joo, Jo Byung-kyu, Joo Sang-wook, Cha Ye-ryun, and Hyunri, is a comprehensive entertainment company that has produced high-quality content like 'Happiness Battle', 'SKY Castle', 'Lawless Lawyer', and 'My Love from the Star'.
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