Korean actress Lim Se-mi and Japanese rising star Ayaka Miyoshi are ready to set the screens on fire Cup 4: Beelzebub’s songthe next episode of A cup film franchise based on the iconic Heo Young-man manhwa. The two will take on crucial roles in this film, delivering fierce performances alongside male leads Byun Yo-han and Roh Jae-won.
In the story, Byun Yo-han plays Jang Tae-young, a man whose life spirals after being betrayed by his closest friend Park Tae-young, played by Roh Jae-won. Driven by revenge, Jang turns to gambling to settle scores. Lim Se-mi and Ayaka Miyoshi face crucial characters involved in this intense story of betrayal and revenge.
Following his excellent performances in dramas My dearest nemesis AND The winning goal earlier this year, Lim Se-mi now takes on the role of Jang Tae-hee, Jang Tae-young’s older sister. His character serves as a catalyst for the main conflict, a role that has been significantly expanded from the original work. Known as a “go to” an actress in both television and film, Lim is expected to deliver a commanding performance that stands out even among the film’s cast.
Ayaka Miyoshi, meanwhile, has gained attention in both Japanese cinema and TV. Widely considered a pro-Korea actress for her enthusiasm towards Korean culture, which she became famous for Alice in the Borderland and participated in the Korea-Japan joint project Knuckle girl. She was also awarded the Rising Star Award at the Asia Contents Awards and Global OTT Awards 2024 during last year’s Busan International Film Festival.
In her first appearance in a Korean commercial film, Miyoshi will play Kaneko, a key ally in Jang Tae-young’s revenge plan. The role is expected to showcase his fierce charisma and strengthen his position in the Korean entertainment industry.
Cup 4 was adapted and directed by Choi Kook-hee, known for Default AND Life is beautifulas well as the OTT series No way out: roulette. The film is produced by Sidus and distributed by CJ ENM. Filming began in late September and is currently in full swing, with a theatrical release scheduled for the second half of next year.
Sources: Daum
