• Kim Tae Ri brings intense energy to "Alienoid: Part 2" with powerful look

    New still shots from the upcoming film "Alienoid: Part 2" have been released, giving audiences a glimpse into the intensified character of Kim Tae Ri. CJ ENM shared the new images on November 20, showcasing Lee Ahn, played by Kim Tae Ri, in the movie.

    The stills capture Kim Tae Ri's intense gaze and passionate performance, hinting at the growth of her character in the sequel. "Alienoid: Part 2" is a science fiction action film that explores hidden secrets in the midst of a fierce battle for a divine sword.

    It also tells the story of humans and martial artists who travel to the future to save everyone. In the film, Kim Tae Ri takes on the role of Lee Ahn, a character who embarks on a journey to protect everyone in the future.

    In the first part of the film, Lee Ahn tries to prevent the escape of an alien prisoner known as "The Controller." In the second part, she takes even more vigorous actions in an attempt to prevent the explosion of an alien substance called "Haava" and save everyone.

    Additionally, the enigmatic character "Guard," played by Kim Woo Bin, sets off on a mysterious quest, adding tension and intrigue to the storyline. Fans are eagerly anticipating Kim Tae Ri's performance, as she tackles more powerful and challenging action sequences.

    Her chemistry with "Mu-reuk" (played by Ryu Jun-yeol), which brought joy to audiences in the first part, is also expected to continue in the sequel. "Alienoid: Part 2" is set to be released in January 2024, promising an exciting and action-packed continuation of the story.

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  • Lee Jun Young says he felt guilty and cried after acting mean to a grandma in 'Brave Citizen'

    Lee Jun Young recently opened up about the emotional toll of playing a villain—and how one powerful scene made him break down in tears behind the scenes.

    On the May 1st episode of KBS 2TV’s variety show Problem Child in House, Lee Jun Young appeared alongside co-star Jung Eun Ji to promote their new KBS drama Pump Up the Healthy Love.

    During the show, Lee Jun Young was asked about the most unforgettable villain he’s played. He chose his role as Han Su Gang in the film Brave Citizen.

    He explained, “It was really tough to film. I had to act like I was leading school violence, and there was even a scene where I bullied a grandmother.”

    The hosts were surprised, pointing out how kind and gentle he seems in real life. Lee Jun Young shared how he transforms for such roles.

    “I try to act as bad as I can, but sometimes the director says, ‘You still look too nice.’ Then I focus even harder and adjust right away.”

    He also revealed that filming one particular scene hit him hard emotionally. “My real grandmother was sick at the time,” he said.

    “In one scene, there’s a grandma selling gimbap, and I ad-libbed by stubbing a cigarette out on the gimbap. I was really into character, but after filming, I just broke down. So many thoughts came to me and I started crying.”

    Fans praised his dedication to acting but also felt moved by how deeply the role affected him. Lee Jun Young’s honesty gave a raw look at how even fictional roles can hit close to home.

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