Ha Jung-woo to make cameo in ‘Entourage’

Actor Ha Jung-woo will appear on the small screen for the first time in nine years, according to sources in the entertainment industry Friday.

The actor has been confirmed to take part in an upcoming tvN drama series tentatively titled “Entourage” as a special guest. Ha’s exact role in the new series has yet to be determined.

Although he will only appear for a cameo, the role is expected to make a splash, as it is the first time Ha will appear in a drama since “H.I.T” in 2007.

Ha is a renowned actor in Korea, who has taken part in numerous projects since his debut in 1998. He made himself known to the public through “The Chaser” (2008). Ha most recently starred in director Park Chan-wook’s film “The Handmaiden,” which was highly acclaimed at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival.

“Entourage” is a black comedy drama and a remake of the American drama of the same name that aired from 2004 to 2011.

The setting for the drama is a broadcasting station. The show will feature various singers and actors as cameo guests.

Other celebrities who have been confirmed to take part include actress Song Ji-hyo and actor Kang Ha-neul.

The first episode is scheduled to air in October.

By Jin Min-ji