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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cinemas worldwide was tremendous. As the number of audiences plummeted, the rise of global OTT platforms sketched a new landscape for the entertainment industry. This wind of change has opened new doors for actors who previously shone on the screen, now expanding their acting realms through OTT series dramas.
Particularly noteworthy is the first drama challenge of Song Kang-ho, a representative actor of South Korea. He takes the lead in Disney+’s ‘Uncle Samshik’, portraying Uncle Samshik, who ensures to have three meals a day even amidst war. This drama, slated for release on the 15th of next month, is gathering high expectations for Song Kang-ho’s transformation.
Moreover, Seol Kyung-gu and Kim Yun-seok are also making headlines with their return to drama after a long hiatus. Seol Kyung-gu, through Netflix’s ‘Dolpung’, plays the role of a Prime Minister fighting against corrupt power. Kim Yun-seok’s ‘In the Woods Where There’s Nobody’ tells the story of a pension owner whose peaceful daily life is shattered by a suspicious woman. These works are scheduled to be released in the second half of this year.
The start of this trend was Choi Min-sik. With his successful return to drama through Disney+’s ‘Casino’ series, he received high praise and ignited the boom. Now, with Song Kang-ho, Seol Kyung-gu, and Kim Yun-seok, there is focused interest on whether they can continue their screen success into OTT dramas.
This shift not only signifies new acting challenges but also reflects the adaptation and introspection on the changed consumption patterns of entertainment post-COVID-19. Audiences now live in an era where they can choose the content they want to watch, anytime and anywhere. The expansion of OTT platforms has just begun, and it is exciting to anticipate what new stories and opportunities await us.
Source: https://www.kpopmap.com/film-masters-take-on-new-challenges-with-ott-dramas/