‘Squid Game’ Star Lee Byung-hun Boards Martial Arts Film ‘Nambeol’

‘Squid Game’ Star Lee Byung-hun Boards Martial Arts Film ‘Nambeol’

Lee Byung-hun, known internationally for “Squid Game” and “No Other Choice,” has been cast in the lead role of “Nambeol” (working title), a martial arts action film set in the early Joseon Dynasty that will mark the feature directing debut of veteran DP Lee Mo-gae. Hive Media Corp. is producing. The story centers on a […]

Lee Byung-hun Set to Lead New Historical Action Epic

In a move that has sent ripples of excitement through the Korean film industry, legendary actor Lee Byung-hun has officially confirmed his next major project. On May 7, 2026, production sources verified that the award-winning star will take the lead role in a high-budget historical action film, marking his highly anticipated return to the sageuk […]

NAMBEOL Sets 'Hard-Boiled Joseon Martial Arts Flick' Production Starring Lee Byung-Hun

Production commences later this year. The post NAMBEOL Sets ‘Hard-Boiled Joseon Martial Arts Flick’ Production Starring Lee Byung-Hun appeared first on Film Combat Syndicate.

'Squid Game' & 'No Other Choice' Star Lee Byung-hun Toplines Korean Martial Arts Film 'Nambeol' Going Up Against Japanese Pirates

Lee Byung-hun is likely best known to many in the West for his Hollywood work on the action-focused “G.I. Joe” and “Red” franchises, but has been making films and television in Korea for decades. Notably, the mega-popular Netflix series “Squid Game” and Park Chan-wook‘s latest release, “No Other Choice,” which was released in the U.S. Continue reading ‘Squid Game’ & ‘No Other Choice’ Star Lee Byung-hun Toplines Korean Martial Arts Film ‘Nambeol’…

Lee Byung-hun to lead Joseon-era action film ‘Nambeol’

South Korean star Lee Byung-hun is set to headline a new martial arts action film, tentatively titled ‘Nambeol’, marking another major addition to his growing international filmography. The actor, widely recognised for his global success with ‘Squid Game’, will take on a role rooted in history and action. According to a PTI report, the film […]