Park Jihoon’s Latest Project Sparks Massive Reactions Online

Idol-turned-actor Park Jihoon is back with yet another highly anticipated project.

On December 12, KST, the Weak Hero actor was spotted in the newly released teaser of a movie. titled, Man Who Lives With The King.

The movie revolves around the historical figure of King Danjong, a Joseon-era monarch who was dethroned and exiled at a very young age to the village of Cheongnyeongpo. Set in 1457, the story follows the journey of the young king and his unexpected bond with the village chief Eom Heung Do, who voluntarily transforms his village into an exile site to revitalize its future.

Park Jihoon will take on the role of the young king, while Yoo Hae Jin will portray Eom Heung Do.

In less than a day’s time, the movie’s first teaser has sparked huge anticipation in Korea, especially about Park Jihoon’s performance.

• “Park Jihoon’s face is so sorrowful. I’m already sad.”
• “Jihoon gained himself a country after all.”
• “I’ll keep it in mind and definitely watch it when it comes out.”
• “I will have to bring a handkerchief with me.”
• “Wow, the Yoo Hae Jin and Park Jihoon combo is fresh.”

This enthusiasm marks a hopeful change for the Korean film industry, as industry insiders have been warning about the declining viewership of Korean movies within the country over the past few years. Whether this project can light a spark of revival in domestic movie theaters remains to be seen. Man Who Lives With The King is slated to be released on February 4, 2026.