'Single Daddy in Love' promises comic relief
A mixed martial arts fighter plays a single father to his seven-year-old son in KBS's new drama "Single Daddy in Love."
Set to air its first episode tonight, "Single Daddy in Love" follows on the heels of the star-studded melodrama "Bad Love." And, unlike its melancholy predecessor, this comic drama promises to bring laughter into households nationwide with its talented cast and quirky plot.
"[This drama] is like a fairy tale that is filled with the warm laughter and love of people who want to build their own families," said director Moon Bo-hyun.
And veteran actors Oh Ji-ho and Kang Sung-yeon, along with newcomer Heo Yi-jae, promise to give this fairy tale drama the levity and warmth it needs to have its happy ending.
Oh, 31, who won audiences over with his comic performance in MBC's drama "Fantastic Couple" (2006), now takes on the challenging role of Kang Poong-ho, a single father who ekes out a living for his small family as a mixed martial arts fighter.
But playing a single father is the least of Oh's problems. Thanks to bad back, the greatest challenge he faces is not his role as a dad but as a martial arts fighter.
"Last September, while I was filming the drama 'Karl and Su-jung,' my back was not in good condition, so I went to the hospital regularly for treatment," he explained. "As a result, I wasn't able to exercise much. I am a little worried because my role is that of a mixed martial arts fighter."
But, despite his worries, Oh, who filmed a fight scene on Jan. 28, managed to pull through just fine.
"While leading actor Oh has been filming rough fight scenes and working all night long, thanks to his strong spirit and sense of responsibility, he has been handling it well," said director Moon.
And Oh is going to need all the strength he can muster because he will be playing opposite two very talented actresses.
Actress Kang blew audiences away with her electrifying role in the blockbuster "King and the Clown" (2005). And now she takes on the complex, interesting role of Yoon So-lee, Kang Poong-ho's first love and the mother of their son, Kang San.
Playing a woman who abandons her son for a career as a pianist, Kang is going to have trouble winning viewers over. But she promises to portray a character who is more than just a one-dimensional bad gal.
"Unlike my previous drama, 'The New Good Wife,' where I played a simple-hearted and accident-prone housewife, this character is a cold, sophisticated city girl," said Kang, 31. "But that's just her from the outside. She is actually masking a great deal of pain within. And I am going to act out all of these complex emotions to the best of my ability."
Playing opposite Kang's complex, dark character is newcomer Heo. And, while she may not have racked up as much acting experience as her co-stars, Heo can hold her own on screen.
Having starred in the MBC drama "Prince Hours" (2007) and in the flick "A Dirty Carnival" (2006), this 20-year-old actress promises to light up the screen with her comedic role as Jun Ha-ri, a medical student who falls for Kang Poong-ho.
"I did a lot of character analysis before we started filming," said Heo. "The role of Ha-ri, who grew up to be a bright and energetic girl, thanks to her father's love and attention, is not a mediocre role. While she's bubbly and happy on the outside, she has her own issues. And I need to keep this in mind when playing her."
With a plot that involves a single father and the two women who love him, "Single Daddy in Love" may read like a melodramatic love triangle. But the director plans on keeping this story from being pigeonholed.
"Their lives could be portrayed in a dark and sad light," said Moon. "But all the characters are bright and optimistic, like characters in a fairy tale. They are the type of characters who can just brush off the weight of life and get back up on their feet."
Audiences can decide for themselves by tuning in tonight.
"Single Daddy in Love" airs on Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:55 p.m. on KBS 2 TV.
By Jean Oh
The Korea Herald
2008.02.18
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Thursday, February 14, 2008
News from far away...
Article beautifully translated by A. Ho. And oh, what a relief it is! I can understand it...a great novelty!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, AND, I am certain the English speakers who come to this site are thrilled as much as I am.
Article:
Single papa, Oh Ji Ho, and his boy met the press on Tuesday. Other main characters were also present at the ‘Single Papa in Love’ news conference.
Oh plays Kang Poong Ho who works as a pest exterminator during the day and a K-1 fighter at night. He expressed that ‘Single Papa’ was the toughest project that he had taken on since he joined the show business. The boxing scenes were as long as twenty hours. His left thumb was fractured when he was shooting one of them. He was sent for massage treatment and acupuncture instantly.
Though working on ‘Single Papa in Love’ was physically demanding, Oh said, ‘Fortunately, the boxing scenes only appear in four episodes of the series. After that, the focus is shifted to my son and me. (The story then put) more emphasis on the relationship between Heo Yi Jao, the leading actress, and me.’
(Adapted and translated from an article published in the Apple Daily, Hong Kong, dated 13th Feb., 2008))
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, AND, I am certain the English speakers who come to this site are thrilled as much as I am.
Article:
Single papa, Oh Ji Ho, and his boy met the press on Tuesday. Other main characters were also present at the ‘Single Papa in Love’ news conference.
Oh plays Kang Poong Ho who works as a pest exterminator during the day and a K-1 fighter at night. He expressed that ‘Single Papa’ was the toughest project that he had taken on since he joined the show business. The boxing scenes were as long as twenty hours. His left thumb was fractured when he was shooting one of them. He was sent for massage treatment and acupuncture instantly.
Though working on ‘Single Papa in Love’ was physically demanding, Oh said, ‘Fortunately, the boxing scenes only appear in four episodes of the series. After that, the focus is shifted to my son and me. (The story then put) more emphasis on the relationship between Heo Yi Jao, the leading actress, and me.’
(Adapted and translated from an article published in the Apple Daily, Hong Kong, dated 13th Feb., 2008))
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Single Papa in Love - main cast - 1
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Kang Seong Yeon
Kang Seong Yeon, Oh Ji Ho, Heo Yi Jae
Oh Ji Ho
Kang Seong Yeon
Kang Seong Yeon, Oh Ji Ho, Heo Yi Jae
Oh Ji Ho
Single Papa in Love - main cast - 2
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An Do Gyu
KBS Promo
Shin Dong and An Do Gyu
An Do Gyu
KBS Promo
Shin Dong and An Do Gyu
Tripping over each other in the dark...
...Linda and I came up with the same pictures. That means, you get to thank us both.
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My question about this one is: What was the question? It must have been a dilly.
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My question about this one is: What was the question? It must have been a dilly.
Oh Ji Ho and An Do Gyu (scene stealer supreme)
Three great finds by Linda. Many thanks!
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Linda knows I love pictures a bit in the rough, with spontaneity. They bring the subject closer to you, because they don't have the tiresome aspect of looking canned. This has that great quality.
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Linda knows I love pictures a bit in the rough, with spontaneity. They bring the subject closer to you, because they don't have the tiresome aspect of looking canned. This has that great quality.
More Papa - Photos From Press Call
This photo had very poor color, and there was nothing could do with it, therefore I indulged in my fondness for black and white.
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The photos below were also in color originally but had yellow splotches which I could do nothing about. Rather than have Oh Ji Ho look like a calico cat, I opted for Black and white.
The photo above is one Linda and I both found while out digging.
Thanks to Linda for this one!
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The photos below were also in color originally but had yellow splotches which I could do nothing about. Rather than have Oh Ji Ho look like a calico cat, I opted for Black and white.
The photo above is one Linda and I both found while out digging.
Thanks to Linda for this one!
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Papa at Press Conference
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Oh Ji Ho looks wonderful in this beautiful shot, thanks to Osen’s great photography.
Since there is still very little in-depth information on the physical problems he's been dealing with, I consider it a piece of news still alive and pending, and am waiting for data to appear. It will. Sometimes the least likely places have good info.
Meanwhile, we can see that he looks good, and he seems to be having fun at the press call. That's not always the case.
The program is very close to airing, and the buzz is in the air about it. Your job is to send up a gigantean wish for success...take a deep breath, put your heart into it, now wish...and exhale.
Good job.
It has been snowing here all day. I'm going back to bed to watch the last few episodes of Get Karl. More pics tomorrow.
Be good.
Oh Ji Ho looks wonderful in this beautiful shot, thanks to Osen’s great photography.
Since there is still very little in-depth information on the physical problems he's been dealing with, I consider it a piece of news still alive and pending, and am waiting for data to appear. It will. Sometimes the least likely places have good info.
Meanwhile, we can see that he looks good, and he seems to be having fun at the press call. That's not always the case.
The program is very close to airing, and the buzz is in the air about it. Your job is to send up a gigantean wish for success...take a deep breath, put your heart into it, now wish...and exhale.
Good job.
It has been snowing here all day. I'm going back to bed to watch the last few episodes of Get Karl. More pics tomorrow.
Be good.
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Oh Ji Ho - V.O.S. "I Am Now", PLUS!
A. Ho, has generously given of her time once again, sending the link to this excellent YouTube presentation posted by SMarie7.
This will take you to Little Videos 4 U, where it can be seen.
PLUS...
she also sent these great photos, which may have been taken in Taiwan.
Thank you once again A.Ho! Good job!
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This will take you to Little Videos 4 U, where it can be seen.
PLUS...
she also sent these great photos, which may have been taken in Taiwan.
Thank you once again A.Ho! Good job!
Click images to enlarge.
Thursday, February 07, 2008
My Wife is a Gangster 3
Note of interest:
"My Wife Is a Gangster 3", will air on February 10, 2008 at 21:30 (9:30 p.m. US Eastern Standard Time) on MBC (Korea).
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If you're in the neighborhood, try to catch it. It's a great movie. Very funny.
Thanks to Linda A. for the heads up!
"My Wife Is a Gangster 3", will air on February 10, 2008 at 21:30 (9:30 p.m. US Eastern Standard Time) on MBC (Korea).
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If you're in the neighborhood, try to catch it. It's a great movie. Very funny.
Thanks to Linda A. for the heads up!
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Taiwan Rocks!
Oh Ji Ho visited Taiwan during May, 2007 on a promotional tour for Fantasy Couple. We have had a few photos from that tour, but NOTHING like these, contributed by A. Ho, who also sends this message:
"Xin Nian Kuai Le" (Mandarin Chinese) = Happy New Year!
A. Ho, Thank You a million times These are so great! They're like vitamins...just what we need!
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"Xin Nian Kuai Le" (Mandarin Chinese) = Happy New Year!
A. Ho, Thank You a million times These are so great! They're like vitamins...just what we need!
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Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Oh Ji Ho fights and fathers on.
A couple of good new pictures from Linda (of course). Thank you as always!
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Notes of interest:
I have had no further information on Oh Ji Ho's physical condition. He continues to work, so I would guess he's recovering. More for you when I know more.
A new blog link has been added to your right. Buhay sa Korea. I like it a lot.
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Notes of interest:
I have had no further information on Oh Ji Ho's physical condition. He continues to work, so I would guess he's recovering. More for you when I know more.
A new blog link has been added to your right. Buhay sa Korea. I like it a lot.
Friday, February 01, 2008
Real words at last!
A. Ho, a new viewer, and valued contributor, has been kind enough to send some real news regarding Oh Ji Ho's injuries.
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"Sorry to learn that Mr. Oh is unwell. Hope that a speedy recovery ensued.
"I came across an article,from Apple Daily of Hong Kong in Chinese language, on Mr. Oh injury."
Article qouted by A. Ho:
The boxing scenes of 'Single Papa in Love' have been causing pain to Mr. Oh's back due to his condition of hip gout.
Not long before, his left thumb was injured when he was shooting another boxing scene.
When he took off the boxing gloves, he found that his left thumb was broken.
Nonetheless, he continued to work because he did not want to upset the filming schedule.
End of article quoted.
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A. Ho continues:
"At least two Hong Kong's Chinese language newspapers carried Oh's story. He is becoming more popular in the territory."
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All the credit in the world, with more thanks than I can express goes to you A. Ho. I am in your debt. Accept my bow please, and my smile.
Sincerely,
Hyacinth
For A. Ho's direct comment, see "News about Oh Ji Ho trickles down, but" and click "comments" link below post.
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"Sorry to learn that Mr. Oh is unwell. Hope that a speedy recovery ensued.
"I came across an article,from Apple Daily of Hong Kong in Chinese language, on Mr. Oh injury."
Article qouted by A. Ho:
The boxing scenes of 'Single Papa in Love' have been causing pain to Mr. Oh's back due to his condition of hip gout.
Not long before, his left thumb was injured when he was shooting another boxing scene.
When he took off the boxing gloves, he found that his left thumb was broken.
Nonetheless, he continued to work because he did not want to upset the filming schedule.
End of article quoted.
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A. Ho continues:
"At least two Hong Kong's Chinese language newspapers carried Oh's story. He is becoming more popular in the territory."
**********************
All the credit in the world, with more thanks than I can express goes to you A. Ho. I am in your debt. Accept my bow please, and my smile.
Sincerely,
Hyacinth
For A. Ho's direct comment, see "News about Oh Ji Ho trickles down, but" and click "comments" link below post.
News about Oh Ji Ho trickles down, but
...just how accurate is it?
That is the question.
I've searched all over from one place to another, and have looked at any number of news articles in Korean (translated insanely by a computer program). Lotsa luck on that one. Forget it.
BUT, I did come up with comments regarding radiating hip pain; the effect of the cold damp weather Seoul has been experiencing lately; and also some injury to one of Oh Ji Ho's fingers.
HOWEVER, the following photos were taken on the 31st of January, and there is no evidence of any sort of bandage or splint on either hand, so I have to post the finger injury report as unsubstantiated. Sorry about that.
These photos were found at Soompi, and also came in from Linda A. a short while later. The original source is KBS (obviously), but many thanks go out to Celest of Soompi, and to the ever diligent Linda A.
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Cast members offering prayers for success of the show.
In the true tradition of show business everywhere, "The Must Show Go On". The firm start date (at this moment) in Korea, is February 18, 2008. Let's all hope nothing happens to delay the appearance of this program so many are looking forward to.
That's it for now.
That is the question.
I've searched all over from one place to another, and have looked at any number of news articles in Korean (translated insanely by a computer program). Lotsa luck on that one. Forget it.
BUT, I did come up with comments regarding radiating hip pain; the effect of the cold damp weather Seoul has been experiencing lately; and also some injury to one of Oh Ji Ho's fingers.
HOWEVER, the following photos were taken on the 31st of January, and there is no evidence of any sort of bandage or splint on either hand, so I have to post the finger injury report as unsubstantiated. Sorry about that.
These photos were found at Soompi, and also came in from Linda A. a short while later. The original source is KBS (obviously), but many thanks go out to Celest of Soompi, and to the ever diligent Linda A.
Click images to enlarge.
Cast members offering prayers for success of the show.
In the true tradition of show business everywhere, "The Must Show Go On". The firm start date (at this moment) in Korea, is February 18, 2008. Let's all hope nothing happens to delay the appearance of this program so many are looking forward to.
That's it for now.
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