‘Moving’ Star Lee Jung Ha Teams Up With THIS BLACKPINK Member in New Variety Show
After the huge success of "Moving," Lee Jung Ha will work on another interesting project along with BLACKPINK's Jennie.
According to the exclusive report cited by Sport Chosun, the breakout star will have his first variety show after officially joining the cast of "Apartment 404."
Lee Jung Ha Joins the Star-Studded Cast of 'Apartment 404'
As mentioned, an entertainment industry official shared with the media outlet that the 25-year-old actor "is scheduled to join tvN's new entertainment program" under producing director Jung Cheol Min of "Running Man."
In addition, the cast of the upcoming show "Apartment 404" will also include veteran host Yoo Jae Seok as well as Cha Tae Hyun, who is also one of the lead stars of "Moving."
Lastly, fans will get to see more of BLACKPINK's Jennie after the K-pop star confirmed to join the variety program.
With the interesting cast lineup, expectations are high to see what kind of appearance the stars will showcase to the audience as they get on with their missions.
Will Lee Jung Ha Return in 'Moving' Season 2?
Lee Jung Ha appeared in various K-dramas like "Run On" and "Nevertheless," but it was the Disney+ series that gained him global recognition.
The 25-year-old actor took on the role of Kim Bong Seok, a high school student with unique superpowers. He inherited his flying ability from his father, Kim Doo Shik, a former secret agent turned fugitive played by Jo In Sung, while his mother, Lee Mi Hyun, has supersenses, which he also inherited.
Mi Hyun, a top-notch agent and single mom, was played by Han Hyo Joo.
After airing 20 episodes, viewers are looking forward to the drama's sequel.
Although drama officials and Disney+ hint at a possible comeback, there's no confirmation yet regarding the much-awaited "Moving" season 2.
The same goes for the cast, but fans are hopeful that the majority of the original characters will return to the sequel.
As for Lee Jung Ha, he revealed in the press conference that he prepared a lot for his role, especially with his physique.
The actor said that he gained 30 kg to play the role of Kim Bong Seok. Interestingly, he expressed no regret and seemed to love his new transformation.
"I was really happy to be able to eat," he said, as obtained by a news outlet, adding, "As I gradually gained weight, I wanted to become Bong Seok as soon as possible, and the more I gained, the more I could see him."
What's Next for Lee Jung Ha?
Other than the upcoming variety show, Lee Jung Ha is selected to play one of the lead stars in the new K-drama "One: High School Heroes."
Based on the webtoon and directed by Lee Sung Tae of the movie "Quantum Physics," the new K-drama is a youth-oriented show that stars Kim Do Wan, Lim Hyun Tae, and more.
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Written by Geca Wills
