South Korean star Hyun Bin's latest action movie called 'Confidential Assignment' is expected to be distributed to an impressive 42 countries. This is indeed great news for fans of the 'Secret Garden' actor.
As reported by website Soompi, on January 27, CJ Entertainment, the company that is in charge of distributing the film, announced that 'Confidential Assignment,' also known as 'Cooperation,' would be released in many countries across the globe. Currently, the distribution company has set its eyes on the United States, Australia, and New Zealand on February 9, Hong Kong and Macau on February 16, Taiwan on February 17, and Vietnam on March 3.
As per a statement released by CJ Entertainment, they have already sold the film to several countries, including India, countries in the Middle East, Mongolia and Philippines. They also mentioned that Hyun Bin is quite popular in countries apart from South Korea, which is what drawing the crowd to the movie.
"Hyun Bin is highly popular overseas due to his drama roles," CJ Entertainment said.
However, the movie has a topical element as well: tensions between North and South Korea. But to what extent this political and social issue is addressed in the film remains to be seen. The movie seems to be mostly a Die Hard-esque action thriller with Hyun Bin as the titular handsome but tough good guy, playing a North Korean special investigator. His comic sidekick is played by Yoo Hae-jin, who is a South Korean detective.
The trailer for the film looks good, and promises two hours of escapist fun at the least. The movie also features popular actors Kim Joo-hyuk and Girls' Generation's Im Yoona in supporting roles.
Hyun Bin has often been in the limelight for his relationship and marriage plans with girlfriend Kang So-ra. He recently said he is busy with his work and will think about going out on a date with her later. During an interview for 'Cooperation' Hyun Bin also gave his two cents regarding the responsibility of an actor towards society.
"An actor isn't someone who is voted in by the people, but just someone who is famous. I don't think we need to be perfect and take responsibility for our actions, but since there are young people who look at us and follow us, I don't think we can just say that we have no responsibilities, either," Hyun Bin said, as quoted by Soompi.
