Actor Lee Byung-hun is set to become the voice of a world-renowned museum.
Lee Byung-hun will take part as the narrator for "Korea: 2,000 Years of Creativity," an exhibition opening on October 1 at The British Museum in London. Co-organized by the National Museum of Korea, the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA), and The British Museum, the exhibition provides a comprehensive spotlight on approximately 2,000 years of Korean culture and art through some 180 masterworks, including national treasures and designated treasures of Korea.
During the exhibition, Lee Byung-hun will guide visitors into the stories behind the displays, introducing Korean culture and historical works with his signature deep, resonant baritone and smooth, stable delivery.
Marking the first comprehensive showcase of Korean art and culture in the United Kingdom in roughly 40 years, the exhibition also includes selected pieces donated by the bereaved family of the late Chairman Lee Kun-hee to the National Museum of Korea and the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, making Lee Byung-hun's participation even more meaningful.
Expectations are especially high as his narration goes beyond simply delivering information about the artworks, capturing understated emotion and focused intensity so visitors can feel closer to centuries of accumulated Korean culture and art. Drawing on his refined expressive range and voice acting expertise honed over his career, he is projected to enhance the immersive experience of the Korean showcase at the global institution.
Lee Byung-hun shared the news of his involvement, saying, "I have taken part in narrating the Korean exhibition held at The British Museum in London." Expressing his anticipation for the showcase, he added, "Please show lots of interest, and I will see you in London."
Previously, Lee Byung-hun drew attention for his voice performance as the character Gwima in the Netflix animated film "KPop Demon Hunters." He also contributed to the audio guide for a special joint exhibition between the National Museum of Korea and The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. At the time, he personally explained 30 major pieces, fine-tuning each sentence and pronunciation throughout the recording sessions to elevate the final quality.
Meanwhile, the "Korea: 2,000 Years of Creativity" exhibition, narrated by Lee Byung-hun, will run at The British Museum in London from October 1 to January 31, 2027.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)