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Park Ji-hoon, Star of ‘The Man Who Lives with the King,’ Sends Heartfelt Message to Yeongwol Danjong Cultural Festival
Park Ji-hoon, the lead actor in the hit film ‘The Man Who Lives with the King,’ recently shared a touching video message in support of the 59th Yeongwol Danjong Cultural Festival. The festival’s official social media account posted the clip on the 4th, generating buzz among fans and history enthusiasts alike.
In the video, Park, who portrays King Danjong in the film, opened up about his experience. “While playing Danjong, I tried to deeply understand and convey the loneliness, pain, and inner thoughts he must have felt as a person, before he became a king,” the actor revealed.
Park went on to share his personal connection to the project. “This role gave me a precious opportunity to view history up close,” he said. “Filming in Yeongwol was a joy, thanks to its pristine nature and warm-hearted locals. It truly enhanced my performance.”
The actor then enthusiastically promoted the upcoming festival. “The 59th Danjong Cultural Festival will take place in Yeongwol from April 24th to 26th,” he announced. “There’s an array of programs that will bring Danjong’s story to life. I hope many people will attend and continue to show interest in Yeongwol and Danjong’s legacy.”
Park concluded with heartfelt wishes: “I sincerely hope the 59th Danjong Cultural Festival will be a meaningful and joyous experience for everyone attending.”
The Yeongwol Danjong Cultural Festival is an annual event held in Gangwon Province’s Yeongwol, the site of King Danjong’s exile. It typically takes place on the last weekend of April. Following the success of ‘The Man Who Lives with the King,’ Yeongwol has seen a significant uptick in tourism, with fans flocking to explore the historical locations featured in the film.
[Sports Today reporter Jeong Ye-won ent@stoo.com]
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