Korean sensation Song Joong-ki is set to captivate audiences once more in the upcoming Netflix film, 'My Name Is Loh Kiwan.' Directed by Kim Hee-Jin, known for the acclaimed 'A Brand New Journey,' this family drama explores the survival journey of a Korean man in a foreign land. Adapted from Cho Hae-jin's novel 'I Met Loh Kiwan,' a recipient of the 2013 Shin Dong-yup Prize for Literature in South Korea, this eagerly awaited Korean movie of 2024 promises a compelling narrative.
Release Date Of ‘My Name Is Loh Kiwan’
The eagerly awaited Song Joong-ki movie is scheduled for a global release on March 1, 2024, exclusively on Netflix.
Plot Of ‘My Name Is Loh Kiwan’
In the narrative of the Netflix (true crime movies on Netflix) film, we follow the gripping tale of Loh Kiwan, portrayed by Song Joong-ki, a North Korean defector facing the challenges of survival in the foreign land of Belgium, alongside his mother. Focused on establishing a home in this unfamiliar territory, Loh Kiwan navigates the complexities of obtaining refugee status from the Belgian government. Alongside him on this arduous journey is his partner Mari, played by Choi Sung-eun, a fellow former Korean, providing support and companionship throughout the process.
Cast Of ‘My Name Is Loh Kiwan’
The Netflix original showcases the talents of renowned Korean actors Song Joong-ki and Choi Sung-eun in the lead roles. Song Joong-ki has gained widespread recognition for his stellar performances in popular K-dramas such as 'Vincenzo' (2021) and 'Descendants of the Sun' (2016). On the other hand, Choi Sung-eun has left a lasting impression with her notable roles in films like 'Gentleman' (2022) and 'Start-Up' (2019), establishing herself as a skilled and versatile actress.
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Trailer Of ‘My Name Is Loh Kiwan’
The highly anticipated teaser for the Netflix film 'My Name Is Loh Kiwan' has finally been unveiled, offering a glimpse into the challenging journey of the protagonist, Loh Kiwan, portrayed by Song Joong Ki. The teaser paints a poignant picture of his struggles in Belgium after escaping North Korea. The storyline revolves around a 20-year-old man from North Hamgyong Province, who illegally enters Belgium, becoming the focus of a broadcaster tracking his movements.
In this foreign land, Marie, a character who has lost hope in life, unexpectedly forms a connection with Kiwan as he grapples with the harsh realities of survival in Belgium. The teaser captures Song Joong Ki's character facing new threats and animosity in a land where he doesn't speak the language, exposing him to unfamiliar challenges. Despite collapsing in a grim public toilet after consuming something, Kiwan exhibits unwavering determination to endure and thrive in Belgium, a country foreign to him but offering a refuge far superior to North Korea. The teaser hints at his attempts to escape, sleeping under a tunnel, and striving to make ends meet in his quest for survival.
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