Jay Park's new movie wraps up shooting

Cast of upcoming Korean comedy "Mr. Idol" [Daisy Entertainment]

An upcoming Korean film starring singer Jay Park and actor Ji Hyun-woo, wrapped up filming early this month, according to the movie's promoter Daisy Entertainment on Monday.

A press release from Daisy announced that Park and Ji, after four months, finished filming their feature flick titled "Mr. Idol" which will open in local theaters in August. "Mr. Idol," helmed by director Ra Hee-chan, tells the story of a young man who dreams of becoming a vocalist in a band. The movie also stars actor Kim Suro and actress Park Ye-jin.

"I feel sad yet happy at the same time and I want to thank the other cast members, the director and staff for everything they have done," Park was quoted as saying, expressing his thoughts on starring in his first Korean movie.

Park, whose Korean name is Park Jae-beom, made his debut as a member of 2PM in 2008 but parted with the group early last year after stirring controversy over remarks he wrote regarding Korea during his trainee period.He then kicked off his solo career late last year after signing with major talenthouse Sidus HQ and has released several single albums since.

He recently finished promoting his first mini-album "TAKE A DEEPER LOOK" and is focusing on his next album and overseas activities.

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