On October 29, Ace Factory announced in an official statement, "We have signed an exclusive contract with actor Moon Ji-hoon (Swings)."
Ace Factory stated, "Actor Moon Ji-hoon has recently expanded his sphere of activity into acting based on the unique presence and expressive power he has built through his musical career," adding, "We decided to work together as we deeply resonate with the diverse charms he possesses and his capabilities as an actor. Please give him plenty of interest and support for his new beginning."
Swings took on his first acting challenge since debut by playing the hitman Abraham in the movie "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub," which was released in September. He received passing marks for his silver screen debut, intensely portraying a brutal character who executes orders without fear.
Riding the momentum of this performance, he recently proved his potential as an actor by earning a nomination for Best New Actor at the 47th Blue Dragon Film Awards. Following his nomination, Swings also drew attention by sharing his thoughts on social media, writing, "Just being nominated makes me feel so humble."
Meanwhile, Ace Factory, with which Swings signed an exclusive contract, is home to actors including Lee Jong-suk, Lee Jun-hyuk, You Chea Myung, Yum Hye-ran, Yoon Se-ah, Lee Kyoo-hyung, Jang Seung-jo, and Choi Dae-hoon.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)