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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bloodhounds 2: Park Seo Joon to make special appearance; reunites with Woo Do Hwan and director Kim Joo Hwan
The buzz surrounding Bloodhounds 2 has grown even louder: Park Seo Joon has been confirmed to make a special appearance in the highly anticipated sequel, reuniting with director Kim Joo Hwan and co-star Woo Do Hwan in a move that has fans of the original and their previous collaborations eagerly anticipating what's to come. Park Seo Joon's special appearance On July 10, News1 revealed that Park Seo Joon would appear in the second season of Netflix's gritty action noir Bloodhounds. Netflix also verified the report, saying, "It is true that Park Seo Joon will be making a special appearance in Bloodhounds 2. However, we cannot provide further details at this time." His appearance signals a much awaited reunion with filmmaker Kim Joo Hwan, who previously directed Midnight Runners and The Divine Fury, both of which starred Park Seo Joon. Notably, Woo Do Hwan also appeared in The Divine Fury, which makes this reunion even more intriguing for fans of the trio's previous work. What to expect in Bloodhounds 2 Based on a webtoon, Bloodhounds follows two young guys who enter the perilous world of loan sharks in search of quick money, only to become embroiled in far deeper schemes. In Season 2, after taking down a criminal loan shark network, Gun Woo (Woo Do Hwan) and Woo Jin (Lee Sang Yi) are thrown into a new underground battleground: a ruthless international boxing league run by the formidable Baek Jeong (Rain). About Bloodhounds Season 1 was released on Netflix in 2023 and soon became a huge phenomenon. The action noir drama, starring Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi, follows two boxers who were pulled into the vicious loan shark underworld in search of justice and revenge. The show landed in the top ten in 83 countries on Netflix, confirming its global success. With Bloodhounds 2 set to be released next year, fans are eager to see how Park Seo Joon's cryptic role will shake up the series. Park Seo Joon in 2025 The actor is presently filming Waiting for Gyeongdo, which will be released in December 2025. He will play a cute lover boy. Not just that, he's officially signed on for his next K-drama, I Am A Sinner, a compelling series based on Lee Moo-Gi's webtoon of the same name that has been published on Kakao since 2022. The drama, known for its dark, deep, and suspenseful plot, will push Park Seo Joon to explore a significantly different part of his acting abilities. He is expected to play the lead in Paeng I. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Park Seo Joon to make cameo in Bloodhounds 2, know what to expect from Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi's sequel
Exciting news for K-drama fans! Park Seo Joon is officially joining the cast of Bloodhounds Season 2 with a special appearance. The announcement was made on July 10, 2025. It has stirred anticipation among viewers eager to see how his role will tie into the high-stakes storyline of the hit Netflix series. A Netflix representative confirmed Park Seo Joon 's involvement. They stated that "Park Seo Joon will make a special appearance in season 2 of Bloodhounds. It is difficult to confirm the details.' Park Seo Joon reunion with Kim Joo Hwan & Woo Do Hwan Park Seo Joon's appearance in Bloodhounds marks a reunion with director Kim Joo Hwan. The actor has previously collaborated with him on the films Midnight Runners and The Divine Fury. Interestingly, Park also shared the screen with Woo Do Hwan in The Divine Fury. This raises curiosity about how their on-screen chemistry might play out in the upcoming season. Park Seo Joon is known for his outstanding performances and action-packed roles. Fans are eager to see how he will contribute to the dark, adrenaline-fueled world of Bloodhounds. Whether he appears as an ally, rival, or something entirely unexpected remains to be seen. However, one thing is certain: his presence is already building serious hype. What to expect from Bloodhounds Season2? Bloodhounds is a gritty action noir drama based on a popular webtoon. The series follows two young men: Gun Woo, played by Woo Do Hwan, and Woo Jin, portrayed by Lee Sang Yi. They both get involved in the dangerous world of private loans while trying to earn money. Season 1 saw the duo take down a brutal loan shark ring, but Season 2 raises the stakes even higher. This time, they're stepping into a global underground boxing circuit run by a powerful new antagonist, Baek Jeong, played by Rain. With even deadlier challenges ahead, Park Seo Joon's surprise role is expected to intensify the drama. His appearance is also likely to bring an added layer of suspense. Netflix has yet to confirm a release date for Bloodhounds Season 2, but with the cast expanding and tension rising, anticipation is only growing.
South China Morning Post
01-07-2025
- Health
- South China Morning Post
‘Unpolluted, untouched': why In Lieu is sourcing ‘premium water' from Henan, explains start-up founder and CEO Joanne Zhou, offering Hong Kong consumers a more sustainable, healthy choice
'Tap water, purified water, distilled water – these are the most prevalent and common choices in Hong Kong,' says Joanne Zhou. Founder and CEO of start-up In Lieu, Zhou wants to supplement our shop-bought options with what she says is the city's first premium sustainable water brand. Having launched In Lieu in February, Zhou cites studies about the rising rates of chronic illnesses in young people as the main reason why we should start paying more attention to this humble yet vital elixir of life. 'People are shifting their behaviour,' says Zhou. 'Gen Z, millennials are embracing sobriety. The health and wellness trend is booming. And people started to realise they're getting sick easily, dealing with a lot of stress and looking for solutions.' 'They don't trust the current beverage industry,' she concludes. 'When your options are so narrow, people start to pay attention. What kind of water should I drink ? What kind of minerals, electrolytes will I get?' Advertisement In Lieu is a Hong Kong-based start-up offering an upmarket alternative to mineral water sold in plastic bottles. Photo: Handout In Lieu, which has a growing footprint with partnerships and placements at Art Central, as well as with the Midnight Runners community in Hong Kong, was born largely in response to these concerns. After working in the US – where water options are more plentiful, and even celebrities like Beyoncé and Jaden Smith have joined the business – Zhou came back to Hong Kong to find that much of the drinking water on our store shelves is distilled and therefore devoid of the naturally occurring minerals that make it good for you. Still other shop-bought water is 'mineralised' – distilled or otherwise purified, with certain minerals added. 'Some bottled waters don't differ too much from tap water,' Zhou says. 'For the two major brands we know from Hong Kong, they just source their water from the tap system everyone gets from home, which is Dongjiang East River water from China – then use their facility to process and bottle it.' A homonym of l'eau (French for 'water'), the Chinese word liu (meaning 'stream' or 'flow'; it's actually pronounced 'lyoh') provided inspiration for the brand's name. And since the phrase 'in lieu' means 'instead of', the brand's name serves as a succinct mission statement. As opposed to artificially processed options, Zhou hopes that today's more discerning, health-conscious consumers will opt for In Lieu's 'unpolluted, untouched' water sourced from an underground aquifer in China's Dabie Mountains, in Henan province. 'From source to bottling, no human touch, no nothing,' she says. Besides natural mineral water, In Lieu also sells a hydrogen-enriched product. Photo: Handout For something so universally available, it is surprising how variable even tap water is, with different natural sources meaning the minerals it contains can vary widely from place to place. Zhou says not all water is created equal. 'It's so easy for [European consumers] to get quality water,' she says. 'They can just [turn on] the tap. If you live in the Alps, the cleanest water comes out, versus here, [where] most of the water needs to be processed and people don't have the privilege to appreciate high-quality water.'
Glasgow Times
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
The ridiculous flight trick that is curing people's anxiety
Whether you're a seasoned multi-centre trip flyer or a lover of the short-haul holiday, for many people, flights can be a source of stress and anxiety. For myself, there is something unnatural about being 40,000ft up in the air in a metal tube. But a new tip for nervous fliers has been doing the rounds online, and people claim it actually works. Posting on TikTok, a user known as @elenaarco1 claimed that she had such an extreme fear that before takeoff ,she'd have 'full-on panic attacks' and has had to get off a plane on several occasions. Elena said she'd tried every kind of calming method she could think of to ease her emotions, but to no avail — until she tried a 'ridiculous' tip. "I came across a video of someone saying they always listen to a song that feels way too ridiculous to crash to,' she explained in her video. "Ever since, every time the plane takes off, I put on Come On Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners and honestly it's helped more than anything else ever has." Thousands of people have commended the trick, with dozens confirming that they do it too whenever they are on planes. Recommended reading: A user named @francescalc12 replied: "Omg!! This is my turbulence song, I play it on repeat whenever I get scared.' While @danielleide2 shared: 'Party Rock Anthem does the trick." Similarly, @emilyjane__96 wrote: "I put Top Gun's Danger Zone on! Feels iconic on take off. "Try it, honestly! You won't regret it. Pure rush of adrenaline and reframes the take off in a positive way. Makes you feel like a sick fighter pilot."
South Wales Argus
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
The ridiculous flight trick that is curing people's anxiety
Whether you're a seasoned multi-centre trip flyer or a lover of the short-haul holiday, for many people, flights can be a source of stress and anxiety. For myself, there is something unnatural about being 40,000ft up in the air in a metal tube. But a new tip for nervous fliers has been doing the rounds online, and people claim it actually works. Posting on TikTok, a user known as @elenaarco1 claimed that she had such an extreme fear that before takeoff ,she'd have 'full-on panic attacks' and has had to get off a plane on several occasions. Elena said she'd tried every kind of calming method she could think of to ease her emotions, but to no avail — until she tried a 'ridiculous' tip. "I came across a video of someone saying they always listen to a song that feels way too ridiculous to crash to,' she explained in her video. "Ever since, every time the plane takes off, I put on Come On Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners and honestly it's helped more than anything else ever has." Thousands of people have commended the trick, with dozens confirming that they do it too whenever they are on planes. Recommended reading: A user named @francescalc12 replied: "Omg!! This is my turbulence song, I play it on repeat whenever I get scared.' While @danielleide2 shared: 'Party Rock Anthem does the trick." Similarly, @emilyjane__96 wrote: "I put Top Gun's Danger Zone on! Feels iconic on take off. "Try it, honestly! You won't regret it. Pure rush of adrenaline and reframes the take off in a positive way. Makes you feel like a sick fighter pilot."
