Among new Korean dramas premiering in May 2024, “Uncle Samsik” starring veteran actor Song Kang Ho is a must-watch. Check out the fun facts of the Disney+ original Korean drama series “Uncle Samsik” and its release date below!
5 Fun Facts You Should Know About the Disney+ Original Korean Drama Series “Uncle Samsik”
1. Song Kang Ho’s First Drama Series
Veteran South Korean actor Song Kang Ho debuted as a supporting actor in 1996 with the Korean film “The Day A Pig Fell Into The Well.” He has a long list of movies that showcase his outstanding acting skills. Some of them are “A Taxi Driver,” “Parasite,” “Broker,” and “Emergency Declaration.” After 35 years on the silver screen, the 57-year-old actor finally took on a new challenge by leading in Disney+’s Korean historical drama “Uncle Samsik” as his first series.
2. Director & Screenwriter Shin Yeon Shick’s First Venture in Drama Series
Like actor Song Kang Ho, the upcoming drama is director and writer Shin Yeon Shick’s first drama series project. In this new Korean drama series, the award-winning director and writer is responsible for directing and writing the script.
His most famous work is the movie “Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet” in 2016. He won several awards for the movie’s screenplay. These awards include the 37th Blue Dragon Film Award, the 36th Film Critics Asso, and the 25th Buil Film Award. The upcoming drama series is also a reunion project between Shin Yeon Shick and Song Kang Ho. They previously worked together in the movie “Cobweb,” for which he wrote the screenplay.
3. Captivating Storyline
The upcoming Disney+ original Korean drama series “Uncle Samsik” was created based on director Shin Yeon Shick’s curiosity about how South Korea was shaped. At the conference held on May 8, he remarked, “Korea seems to be the only country in the world that greets with “Have you eaten?”.
Moreover, “Uncle Samsik” is a Korean historical drama series set in the 1960s. In the drama, people give the character of Park Doo Chil a nickname, Uncle Samsik. He is someone who always provides his family with three meals a day. He continues to do so even during wartime. It is interesting to note that in Korean, “Samsik” translates to “three meals.”
While the elite politicians or military figures engage in grand speeches, he speaks to the world through food. He is the one with the most sincere and pure heart. He dreams of changing the country with Kim San, who shares the same big dreams and goals.
4. Star-studded Cast with Interesting Characters
“Uncle Samsik” has a solid lineup of talented actors and actresses. The actors and actresses will showcase diverse personalities and charms, breathing life into their characters and captivating the audience. These actors and actresses include Byun Yo Han, Lee Kyu Hyung, Jin Ki Joo, Seo Hyun Woo, Joo Jin Mo, Oh Seung Hoon, Tiffany Young, and Yoo Jae Myung.
5. “Uncle Samsik” Pop-Up Store
The Disney+ Korean original drama series “Uncle Samsik” will be available to watch starting May 15, 2024. This drama has a total of 16 episodes. Disney+ will release the first five episodes on May 15. Furthermore, two episodes will be released every week. In the last week of the broadcast, they will release the last three episodes.
To celebrate the premiere, Disney+ will open the “Uncle Samsik” special pop-up in Seongsu-dong from May 10 to May 30. Visitors can explore the nostalgic 1960s-style bakery on the first floor. Then, they will encounter various engaging activities on the second floor. These activities include word puzzles and photo spots they can unlock using the keywords provided.
One of the highlights is the main photo spot. Visitors who take a photo here and post it on their SNS with a special hashtag required will receive free sweet red bean bread from Lee Sung Dang Bakery, a famous bakery that has been open since 1945. Throughout the venue, the voice of Song Kang Ho, impersonating Samsik’s uncle, adds an expected and delightful touch to the overall experience.
Finally, with Song Kang Ho leading the drama series for the first time under the direction of talented director-writer Shin Yeon Shick and supported by other talented artists, this drama series will captivate you from the start to the end. So, do not miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in this cinematic Korean drama experience. Mark your calendars and enjoy the show!
Stay with us on Kpoppost’s Instagram, Threads, Facebook, X, Telegram channel, WhatsApp Channel and Discord server for discussions. And follow Kpoppost’s Google News for more Korean entertainment news and updates. You can also join our exclusive membership. You might be able to join our upcoming exclusive community events and win exciting prizes!
Related Posts
Source: MKCulture, DisneyPlusKr Instagram
