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Jang Hyuk Perfectly Equipped for 'Sageuk', 'Sword Fighting' and 'Action'

Jang Hyuk, who shows his presence in various genres of films and dramas, will take on the challenge of box office with all three elements: sageuk, action, and sword fighting, which are considered the best fit for him.

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"The Swordsman", which is scheduled to be released on September 17th, is expected to continue its unbeaten success story of anger-seeking action, heralding an unparalleled sense of action.

Jang Hyuk's representative work "The Slave Hunters" in 2010, "Deep-rooted Tree" in 2011 and "The Merchant: Gaekju 2015" in 2015 have been more valuable in historical dramas, creating many famous scenes imprinted in the minds of the public.

Jang Hyuk was loved by the public through "Volcano High" in 2001 and also stood out in action. Recognized as an actor representing Jeet Kune Do, Jang has established himself as a charming point in various dramas and movies, showing unique actions.

In addition, in "The Swordsman", Jang Hyuk plans to show a charming character by performing a real chase action that begins when he lifts his sword again to find his missing daughter, as Joseon's best swordsman who turned his back on the world.

Set in the King Gwanghae era, "The Swordsman" begins a breathtaking chase between the Qing Dynasty's imperial family 'Gurutai' (Joe Taslim) and his swarm of swordsmen who kidnap Tae-yool's daughter 'Tae-ok' (Kim Hyun-soo). The story of Tae-yool, who cuts off from everything for his only daughter, is expected to give a refreshing sense of action by reminding himself of his hidden instincts and confronting the best swordsmen of his time.

Jang Hyuk, a representative action actor, is expected to perform high-level action acts based on his brilliant martial arts skills and present real sword action that has never been seen before. "The Swordsman" is raising expectations with spectacular action and colorful attractions of swordsmen in various places during the Joseon Dynasty.

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