The cast and crew of ‘G.I. Joe 2 (G.I. Joe: Retaliation) ‘ were in Korea to hold their World Premiere!
On March 11, Lee Byung Hun was accompanied by director Jon Chu, Dwayne Johnson (The Rock), Adrianne Palicki, and D.J. Cotrona at the Seoul Yeouido Conrad Hotel. All of the cast members only had praises to pour on Lee Byung Hun.
Dwayne Johnson said, “I saw his previous movies such as ‘JSA‘. Before we filmed, the director and I talked about Lee Byung Hun’s acting and how great of an actor he was. I thought he was an actor with amazing discipline and self-control on set.” He also was awed at his abs, saying, “I was touched. I realized just how much effort he put into having such a great body.”
D.J. Cotrona also said, “I’ve seen his previous works, and I’ve been a fan. He’s a really funny and kind person.” Adrianne Palicki added, “I was honored to work with Asia’a biggest star and the great actor Lee Byung Hun, and we had a great time. He’s an actor who’ll be famous not only in Hollywood, but all over the world.”
On coming to Korea, Director Jon Chu said, “I’m thankful for the grand welcome. I’m thankful that you sent a great actor like Lee Byung Hun to Hollywood. This is my first time experiencing this culture.”
Dwayne Johnson added, “Thank you” in Korean, and said, “I’m thankful that you’re greeting me so warmly, even though all I did was drink in Korea. When I view Korea as an actor, I think it’s very advanced in culture and economy. I’m thankful that I’m here today, and I’m thankful to be welcomed.”
Adrianne Palicki also thanked fans by saying, “Thank you for inviting us to Korea, and I’m happy to be able to share our movie with you. Please love our movie. Our first promotions for ‘G.I. Joe 2′ is in Korea, and I’m very happy you’re greeting me so warmly.”
D.J. Cotrona emphasized that he was a fan of Korean movies and revealed, “It’s like a dream for me to come to Korea with a movie I’m in. Since I don’t have enough time, I can’t watch too many movies in Korea, but I’m happy to be here like this. Please have fun watching our movie.”
Dwayne Johnson also had one last surprise for everyone when he revealed, “I’ve drank with Psy before in the United States.” Director Jon Chu also made everyone in attendance burst into laughter when he revealed his own surprise – socks with Lee Byung Hun on them!
G.I. Joe 2 (G.I. Joe: Retaliation) is scheduled to open in theaters across North America on March 28.
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