Cha Seung-won, left, and Jang Ki-yong / Courtesy of YG Entertainment By KTimes Actors Cha Seung-won and Jang Ki-yong will take on new roles in new series "Pigpen," slated for release next year. YG Entertainment said Tuesday. "Pigpen," a mystery thriller based on a popular webtoon of the same name, follows Jin-woo (Jang Ki-yong), who loses his memory and ends up stranded on a deserted island.
As he encounters a strange family on the island, he desperately tries to recover his lost memories in order to survive. Jin-woo finds himself in increasingly unpredictable situations on the eerie island. Jang's character will drive the intense narrative as he portrays Jin-woo's confusion and swirling emotions with powerful intensity.
As Jin-woo gradually regains his memories, he becomes entangled with mysterious figures, including the island's only bed and breakfast owner (Cha Seung-won) and his daughter, Romi (Roh Jeong-eui). Cha will take on the role of the enigmatic accommodation owner, who adds to Jin-woo's confusion as he navigates the island. Known for his distinctive charisma, mysterious aura, and deep voice, Cha is expected to heighten the suspense and immersion of the series.
An intriguing genre Jang, a self-proclaimed fan of the "Pigpen" webtoon, expressed his excitement about the project. "It's an honor to be part of a work I enjoyed so much. I'm thrilled to collaborate with such talented producers and senior actors to bring this character and story to life," Jang said.
"I will do my best to create an outstanding piece." Cha shared his thoughts on the project, saying, "Pigpen intrigued me because it offers a unique genre that I haven't encountered before. I'm excited to see what kind of work will emerge from this project, which is something I've always wanted to try.
" Cha recently starred in the Disney+ original series "The Tyrant," which was released on Aug. 14. In the series, he plays Lim Sang, a character with extreme duality, delivering an irreplaceable performance that showcased his strong acting skills and commitment to intense action scenes.
Jang recently wrapped up the drama "The Atypical Family," where he portrayed a character navigating between past and present, demonstrating his distinguished acting abilities. This article from the Hankook Ilbo, a sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI and edited by staff of The Korea Times..
