Director Kim Han-min of 'Hansan' "The wise and noble Yi Sun-sin reminds me of Park Hae-il"

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Isul] Actor Park Hae-il will portray the young Admiral Yi Sun-sin.

The film 'Hansan: Rising Dragon' (directed by Kim Han-min), set to be released at the end of July, depicts the 'Battle of Hansan' where Admiral Yi Sun-sin and the Joseon navy, united by desperate strategy and courage, defend Joseon against the advancing Japanese forces five years before the Battle of Myeongnyang. It shows a different side of Yi Sun-sin from his brave image in 'The Admiral: Roaring Currents' (2014), portraying a young, energetic admiral who is not yet weary of war.

Park Hae-il will take on the role of the wise commander Yi Sun-sin, who embodies both leadership and responsibility, revealing his youthful spirit and strategic mind. He said that although he initially felt burdened by the casting offer, he became engrossed in the script and decided to participate.

Director Kim Han-min, working with Park Hae-il for the third time after 'Paradise Murdered' and 'War of the Arrows,' said, "In the 'Jingbirok' (written by Ryu Seong-yong), the description of Admiral Yi Sun-sin includes the phrase 'his bright eyes resembled those of a scholar,' which reminded me of him."

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