Friday, September 25, 2009

[09.09.23] Idols turned killers – Eric and TOP vs Lee Byung Hun

TOP of popular idol group Big Bang will be making his drama comeback in early October with KBS drama ‘IRIS’, attracting much interest.

Other than TOP, the transformation of Shinhwa’s Eric into a cold-blooded killer is not to be missed either, with him exuding a different kind of charm.

Eric (Mun Jung Hyuk), from 6-member group Shinhwa, had played the role of a ruthless killer in 2005’s ‘A Bittersweet Life’ directed by Kim Ji Woon. In the film, Kim Sun Woo (played by Lee Byung Hun) kills a gun trafficker, whose brother (played by Eric) doesn’t flinch even as he sees his murdered brother and instead coolly collects the money near his corpse.

Eric and TOP betray no personal feelings in their expressions, fully demonstrating the traits on the face of a killer. Both gun-toting actors, perfectly exuding the air of a professional killer, have resonated well with the audience.

Incidentally, Lee Byung Hun is another similarity that both actors share, as he stars in both ‘A Bittersweet Life’ and ‘IRIS’. There is much anticipation among viewers as how the chemistry between Lee Byung Hun and TOP plays out. The interesting link that is Lee Byung Hun which connects idol group representatives Eric and TOP forms a triangular relationship, whichhas gotten viewers paying attention once again.

Credits: TV Daily + Absolut Shinhwa

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