History is making a splash today with the release of Hyun Bin's Harbin, which hit theaters on December 24, 2024. This intense biographical action-drama dives into the life of Ahn Jung-geun, a Korean independence fighter who famously assassinated Itō Hirobumi, Japan's first Prime Minister, back in 1909. Joining Hyun Bin in this impressive cast are Lee Dong-wook, Park Jeong-min, Jo Woo-jin, Jeon Yeo-been, Park Hoon, and Yoo Jae-myung, all taking on significant roles. Since its debut, fans of Hyun Bin have been sharing some pretty intriguing reviews.

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Fans are totally blown away after catching the first-day-first-show of Harbin. They’re raving about everything from the storyline and visuals to the epic battles and the actors' performances. People have been sharing their thoughts on X (formerly Twitter). One fan called the film flawless from beginning to end, while another mentioned that the fresh storyline will stick with them forever.

Another tweet said, “#Harbin is absolutely fantastic! I’m not the best at putting my thoughts into words, but I just have to say, ‘Wow, this is incredible, this is wild!’ The movie is super cool and refreshing, yet it has this hot vibe. I really love it!!!”

Harbin marks a major project for South Korean stars Hyun Bin and Lee Dong-wook, showcasing their talents after more than 20 years in the industry. Hyun Bin, at 42, takes on the lead role of Ahn Jung-geun, while 43-year-old Lee Dong-wook portrays the character of fighter Lee Chang-seop.

Harbin plot summary

The movie highlights the courageous Koreans who stood up against Japanese oppression to reclaim their homeland. A group of daring Korean activists orchestrated a surprise assault in Harbin, a city under Japanese control. This audacious move sent a strong message against Japanese dominance, proving that the Korean people were resolute in their quest for freedom. The story centers around one of these activists, Ahn Jung-geun, and his tactics for resistance.

Hyun Bin expressed heartfelt appreciation for his wife, Son Ye-jin.

Woo Min-ho directed Harbin, which had its World Premiere at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2024. Hyun Bin and Lee Dong-wook walked the red carpet alongside the director.

When Hyun Bin was asked about his wife Son Ye-jin during the event, he expressed how much her support means to him and shared his gratitude for her. The couple, who are both prominent figures in the South Korean entertainment scene, previously starred together in the hit 2019 K-drama Crash Landing on You.

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