Park Ji-hoon, Yoo Ji-tae Reach 10 Million Viewers

The film "The King and the Man" has surpassed 10 million viewers in two years, injecting vitality into the Korean film industry. Through this work, actors Park Ji-hoon, Yoo Ji-tae, and Jeon Mi-do have earned the title of first 10-million-viewer actors.

Park Ji-hoon played the role of Yi Hong-wi and was praised as "Danjong himself," leading the box office success. Yoo Ji-tae portrayed Han Myeong-hoe in a different atmosphere than before, creating an all-time great villain. Jeon Mi-do, as the court lady Mae-hwa, formed chemistry with various characters, enhancing the film's completeness and successfully completing her first film challenge.

After solidifying his position as an actor with the 'Weak Hero' series, Park Ji-hoon joined the ranks of 10-million-viewer actors with 'The King and the Man,' his first commercial film lead role. He lost 15kg and delicately portrayed the tragedy of Yi Hong-wi with a forlorn gaze, leaving a deep impression on the audience. Park Ji-hoon, who is experiencing a new peak as an idol-turned-actor, plans to showcase his diverse charms through his singing activities and upcoming projects.

Yoo Ji-tae has further solidified his irreplaceable position by experiencing his first 10-million-viewer film in his 28-year career. In 'The King and the Man,' he took on the role of Han Myeong-hoe, who wielded power, showcasing a dramatic transformation and exuding a powerful presence. For him, who had previously been somewhat distant from box office success, 'The King and the Man' became the greatest achievement an actor could attain.

Jeon Mi-do has successfully expanded her acting scope from theater and musicals to dramas and now films. In 'The King and the Man,' she took on the role of the court lady Mae-hwa, challenging her first leading film role. She oscillated between a restrained demeanor as a royal figure and warmth, forming a special relationship with Park Ji-hoon and adding humor to the film with her witty exchanges with Yoo Hae-jin. Having achieved a great record with her first leading film role, Jeon Mi-do plans to meet audiences through various projects in the future.