Actor Choi Ye-bin has been cast as the female lead in the upcoming KBS historical epic drama "Munmu".
According to H.1 Entertainment on September 7, Choi Ye-bin is currently filming the new KBS historical drama "Munmu" in the role of Empress Wu Zetian. "Munmu" is a large-scale historical drama project with a production budget of approximately 30 billion won, starring Jang Hyuk, Lee Hyun-wook, and Kim Kang-woo. Choi Ye-bin will star alongside them as Empress Wu Zetian, a character who drives the main narrative of the work.
Empress Wu Zetian, the role played by Choi Ye-bin, is a character who must simultaneously express charisma, presence, and emotional depth. Choi Ye-bin previously solidified her presence through her emotional acting in the SBS series "The Penthouse: War in Life". For Choi Ye-bin, who has primarily worked in contemporary dramas, "Munmu" is significant as it marks her first challenge in a traditional historical epic.
H.1 Entertainment stated, "Actor Choi Ye-bin is taking on a new challenge as the female lead Empress Wu Zetian in 'Munmu'. We expect her to showcase new charms and potential while working alongside wonderful actors. As she is currently doing her absolute best in filming, we ask for a lot of interest and support."
Choi Ye-bin has signed an exclusive contract with H.1 Entertainment.
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(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)