Park Bo Gum in His Musical Era Here’s What We Know About Actor’s Theatrical Debut
Park Bo Gum is set to make his musical debut through the upcoming show "Let Me Fly."
After headlining hit K-dramas "Reply 1988," "Love in the Moonlight," and more, the South Korean hearthrob will surely capture the hearts of fans with his musical debut.
Park Bo Gum to Make Musical Debut With 'Let Me Fly'
The upcoming musical "Let Me Fly" has introduced its much-anticipated cast lineup.
Among them is Park Bo Gum, who will venture into the world of theater and music. With his 12-year career as an actor, "Let Me Fly" is his first-ever appearance on stage.
Scheduled to premiere on September 26 in Seoul, the musical has been nominated for various recognitions. It includes the 7th Korean Musical Awards ceremony, where "Let Me Fly" earned six nods, including Grand Prize, Best Project, Best Composition, Best Original Screenplay, Best Arrangement, Music Director, and Best Rookie Male Artist.
With Park Bo Gum's participation, fans are thrilled to see him on stage.
To recall, shortly after the actor was officially welcomed by his new agency THEBLACKLABEL in January 2023, rumors sparked that he would be transitioning into music. This was after he was discharged from the military.
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Back then, the agency shared that they plan to "maximize" the label's "strengths and know-how so that he can deepen his charms in many different fields, including as an actor."
Due to this, the public speculates that he will also have a music career since THEBLACKLABEL is also known for its music foundation and for managing K-pop stars like BIGBANG's Taeyang, Zion.T, Jeon Somi, and more.
On the other hand, Park Bo Gum is not new in the world of music since he also lent his voice to drama OSTs, had remake tracks, and joining as navy military band during his military service.
Park Bo Gum Drama: Actor Stars With IU in 'You Have Done Well'
Apart from his his soon-to-premiere musical, Park Bo Gum is currently working on his K-drama comeback.
After the hit series "Record of Youth," Bogummy will return to the small screen with a highly-anticipated team-up for the K-drama "You Have Done Well." He is paired alongside IU, who portrays his childhood friend, while award-winning stars Moon So Ri and Park Hae Joon will play as their older versions.
Set to premiere sometime in 2025, "You Have Done Well" is penned by Im Sang Choon of "Fight for My Way" and "When the Camellia Blooms, and helmed by "Misaeng (Incomplete Life)," "Signal," and "My Mister" director Kim Won Seok.
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