Block B Joins Lee Seung Gi For Upcoming Drama 'Mouse'
Block B's P.O has joined the cast of 'Mouse' alongside Lee Seung Gi.
On October 29th, 2020, it was revealed by reports that P.O would be joining the cast of 'Mouse.' When the concerned network was asked for confirmation, a representative said that, "It's true that P.O will be starring in the new drama 'Mouse.'"
'Mouse' is the story of Jung Ba-Reum (Lee Seung-Gi), a rookie police officer, working at a police substation. He is an honest person and tries to attain justice. He faces a psychopathic murderer who places the entire nation in fear. Jung Ba-Reum's life is totally changed afterward. It is set in a time where psychopaths can be identified even before birth through a DNA test. Lee Hee Joon, Park Joo Hyun, and Kyung Soo Jin are also starring in the series. As a result of this incredible cast, the show is already drawing high expectations, and fans can't wait for it to air.
P.O is currently appearing in the JTBC drama, 'More Than Friends' starring Ong Seong Woo and Shin Yeun. He also appears on New Journey To The West.
Pyo Ji-hoon, better known by his stage name P. O, is a South Korean rapper and actor. He is a member of the boy group Block B and its sub-unit Bastarz. P.O debuted with Block B in April 2011. In February 2012, the band received heavy criticism for their disrespectful behavior during an interview in Thailand, particularly about the previous year's flooding disaster. P.O reportedly fainted and was hospitalized for a shock on February 24, after learning of a petition calling for the members to apologize by committing suicide.
To show his gratitude to BBC (Block B Club), Block B's official fanbase, P.O released a song written especially for them. "Dear My Wife" was released into his Cyworld on September 25, featuring (previously part of BoM's) Winner's Mino. Along with fellow Block B members, Zico, they were chosen as MCs for SBS MTV's The Show.
2017 was a crucial year for P.O. P.O was cast in Living Together in Empty Room, a special variety show broadcast on MBC for the Korean New Year in three episodes from January 26 to 27, 2017. In the show's course, two women, trot singer Hong Jin-young and comedian Kim Shin-young, moved into P.O's house. The show ranked No. 1 among New Year's specials. In March, it was reported that the show would be picked up and aired as a series and that P.O would be among the cast members.
Also, P.O was cast as an MC for the cooking variety show Strange Restaurant, which premiered on the O'live television channel on March 13. P.O hosted the show, in which guests attempted to cook dishes they have ordered, along with Kim Jong-min, Kim Yong-man, and Seo Jang-hoon. P.O also appeared in the second season of Lipstick Prince, which premiered March 30.
On April 5, it was announced that P.O had been cast in the upcoming drama "Our First Romance," starring Lee Jong-hyun and Lee Yu-bi, and written by Go Sun Hee, who also wrote the tvN drama Cheese in the Trap. Later that month, it was reported that P.O had been cast on a pilot MBC variety show called Secret Variety Institute.
In May, it was announced that P.O would be an MC for the SBS MTV music program The Show, along with Jeonghwa of EXID and Yeonwoo of Momoland. P.O appeared in a second play by the Extreme Boys troupe, Manitoz, which ran from June 17 to 25. Also, in June, he and fellow group member U-Kwon received the Maxim K-Model Icon Idol Award. In July, it was reported that P.O had been cast in the SBS drama Temperature of Love, which began airing in September. The show's debut episode had the highest ratings in its time slot.
P.O took part in the Japanese special project album, Block B: Project-1, released September 20, performing the song "Winner," along with fellow Block B member U-Kwon and Japanese rapper Chanmina.
On September 19, it was announced that P.O would make his solo debut. His song, the funk tune "Men'z Night," was released on September 27 and featured the singer Chancellor. In December, P.O took part in a tribute album for the late singer Yoo Jae-ha to commemorate his debut's 30th anniversary. From 2018 to 2019, P.O appeared in quite a few theatrical and musical productions, establishing himself as an overall artist. He also acted in two dramas, 'Encounter' and 'Love Alert.'
P.O's musical discography is just as impressive as his acting filmography. As such, his talent and skill are undeniable. His sense of humor is also widely appreciated in South Korea and overseas, as can be seen from his frequent appearances in variety shows. Fans can't wait to see what new flavor P.O brings to the table alongside Lee Seung Gi.
'Mouse' has been scheduled to air in the first half of 2021, as early as January of 2021. Stay tuned for more updates!
