Actor Choi Jong-nam received a shower of flashes in Cannes.
His work, "Dongyo Gwaedam" (produced by Kotap Media), was invited to the non-competitive institutional sector of the 8th Cannes International Series Festival, hereafter referred to as the 'Cannes Series', where he attended with actors Nam Gyu-ri, Hong Soo-hyun, and Han Dani.
Choi Jong-nam entered his official schedule starting with interviews and photo calls held at the Majestic Hotel in Cannes on the afternoon of the 28th local time. He then participated in the pink carpet section of the Cannes Series, held at the Palais des Festivals, where the spotlight of global media and press was focused.
At 2 p.m. on the 29th, he attended the official screening held at the Palais des Festivals and participated in stage greetings and interviews. Choi Jong-nam's work, "Dongyo Gwaedam - Joyful My Home," received rave reviews from local audiences and experts for its bizarre storytelling and direction, heightening expectations for K-horror and achieving full attendance.
Choi Jong-nam appeared as a middle-aged man with a bizarre impression who endured oppression, receiving a standing ovation for his performance that created a chilling atmosphere with seasoned facial expressions.
He noted, "It is a personal honor to be invited to the world's best Cannes Series Festival, and I feel rewarded as an actor from South Korea," and expressed gratitude to the audience and reporters who requested his autograph by obtaining his photo.
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