Lee Joon Gi's Film 'Kidnapping Game': A Thrilling Reinvention That's Crossing Many Borders

 

LEE JOON GI’S

FILM

 

KIDNAPPING

GAME

  

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THRILLING

REINVENTION

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CROSSING

MANY

BORDERS

When Lee Joon Gi drops behind-the-scenes photos, you know the internet is going to combust. And combust it did. The sexy global heartthrob recently shared sizzling, playful BTS snaps from the Kidnapping Game (working title) – a sleek multinational production believed to unite Taiwanese and Japanese film powerhouses. But Lee isn’t the type to stay locked up in hotel rooms memorising film scripts on off days. Between takes in Nagoya and Taipei, he’s out exploring, strolling city streets and sharing meals with his team. https://www.instagram.com/actor_jg/reel/DU4v5bTD0O4/?hl=en   Sure, hours in production vans and intense filming schedules can be brutal but this multihyphenate master knows the art of balance. Kidnapping Game has a cast that speaks the world. This isn’t just a film that has been reimagined; it’s a linguistic feast. The director helming it seems to be Lin Yu Hsien.   Starring alongside Lee Joon Gi are Carrie Wong, Singapore’s screen darling; Alice Ko, Taiwan’s versatile star; and Kentaro Sakaguchi, Japan’s charismatic actor.   Now, here’s where it gets deliciously global.   Lee Joon Gi speaks Korean, Japanese and English and has hinted on mastering a language which is suspected to be Chinese Mandarin.   Carrie Wong speaks Chinese Mandarin, English and Cantonese and is rumoured to mimic Korean convincingly.   Alice Ko moves effortlessly between Chinese Mandarin and Taiwanese Hokkien.   Kentaro Sakaguchi speaks Japanese and Korean, the latter sharpened during his 2024 drama work. On set? Expect a whirlwind of Mandarin, English, Korean, and Japanese. To international fans, that’s music to the ears.   The film is based on Keigo Higashino’s 2002 novel, The Name of The Game is Kidnapping.  The original thriller follows Sakuma, a brilliant advertising executive, who, after being humiliated and fired by his obscenely wealthy client, decides to stage a fake kidnapping of his client’s daughter, Juri.   It’s revenge. It’s strategy. It’s ego versus ego.   Lee Joon Gi is expected tp portray Sakuma and Carrie Wong may portray the ‘kidnapped’ daughter, Juri. Alice Ko is reportedly playing a mother of two. Kentaro Sakaguchi appears to be an accomplice – a crime partner in this high-stakes psychological chess match.   Singapore. South Korea. Japan. Taiwan. Multiple cultures. Multiple motives. One dangerous game.        That airport moment. A fan video even captured Lee Joon Gi and Kentaro Sakaguchi at Taoyuan international airport. Lee Joon Gi was carrying a suspiciously bulging bag.     Ransom money? Well, in reality, Taiwan strictly regulates undeclared cash beyond certain limits. So, if the bag is full of ransom cash … the imagination runs wild.     https://www.instagram.com/leejoongiexclusive/reel/DUAb3FVEvQw/   Romance? Betrayal? A Soundtrack Moment?   Could Juri fall for Sakuma?   Will they be ‘DANCING IN The MOONLIGHT’ under neon city skies?   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VVLfiRhqMo     Or, betrayal hit the ‘DELETE’ button on their story? And, here’s the question fans are whispering. Will Lee Joon Gi get to sing for the soundtrack? With a globe-spanning cast, multilingual chemistry, and a razor-sharp psychological premise, Kidnapping Game seems to be a complete reinvention.

 

 

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Lee Joon Gi in Peak Athletic Condition - A Masterclass in Dedication and Discipline - for Upcoming Film, Kidnapping Game

 

LEE JOON GI

 

IN

 

PEAK

ATHLETIC CONDITION

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MASTERCLASS 

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DEDICATION 

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DISCIPLINE

 

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KIDNAPPING GAME

There has been radio silence about Lee Joon Gi’s mysterious Taiwan-Japan co-production – not a whisper, not a teaser, not even a tiny spoiler. The entire project has been wrapped in secrecy, which likely means it has slipped into post-production mode. After wrapping up filming, Lee seemed to go into full hibernation mode until his Instagram suddenly lit up with behind-the-scenes photos and clips from Taiwan and Nagoya, Japan.   Adding fuel to the excitement, someone even shared a video of Lee Joon Gi alongside the director.   The intriguing film, tentatively called ‘Kidnapping Game’ is probably a collaboration between Taiwanese and Japanese production teams, and fans are wildly curious about who’s sitting in the director’s chair. While nothing has been officially confirmed, whispers suggest it could be acclaimed Taiwanese director, Lin Yu Hsien, known for his dynamic ‘Jump’ trilogy, projects inspired by his brother, a gymnastic coach. Lin is celebrated for his fast-paced story-telling and his ability to weave in sharp emotionally resonant social commentary. If he’s truly helming this film, we’re in for something special.       PHOTO COMPARISONS Picture top 2nd from left: posted by LJG Pictures 1st and 2nd from left: posted by a fan 2nd picture from left: posted by LJG   Picture from  left: posted by a fan https://www.facebook.com/AhMeowLin   https://www.tiktok.com/@fansactor_jg/video/7586154727512034580     The movie is adapted from the novel of Keigo Higashino, a master of twisty thrillers. The story follows Sakuma, a smug and successful advertisement planner, who masterminds the kidnapping of his client’s estranged daughter, Juri - driven by revenge and greed.   But what began as a calculated scheme spirals into a tense psychological chess match packed with shocking twists. Sounds deliciously dramatic, doesn’t it?   Global heartthrob Lee Joon Gi is expected to take on the role of Sakuma, while Carrie Wong, Singapore’s shining star, will probably portray Juri. With visuals that stunning, fans are already anticipating sizzling chemistry and an emotionally-charged dynamic that would set screens ablaze. And let’s talk about Lee Joon Gi for a second. The man is in peak athletic form and he knows it. His recent uploads showcased heart-stopping shots of his sculpted physique – bulging biceps, powerful legs, and those impossibly defined quads and calves. It’s practically a masterclass in dedication and discipline.   https://www.instagram.com/actor_jg/reel/DU4v5bTD0O4/?hl=en   Naturally, fans are convinced this role involves intense action sequences, explosive stunts and some thrilling fight scenes. No one is complaining.   This multinational project boasts a powerhouse cast. Alongside Lee Joon Gi (South Korea) and Carrie Wong (Singapore), the film also stars Alice Ko from Taiwan and Kentaro Sakaguchi from Japan. Talk about an international dream team. According to ETtoday, filming was originally scheduled to begin in October, with costumes finalised for an autumn setting. However, filming was delayed into the icy winter months. Interestingly, the production team decided not to alter the wardrobe – meaning the film will visually retain that autumn aesthetic despite being shot in the biting cold. And autumn? It’s a season dripping with symbolism – golden leaves, fading warmth, a sense of beautiful melancholy. It represents transitions, endings and emotional undercurrents. But then, here’s the tantalizing question: will the story unfold in poetic autumn tones, or will we see the stark, snow-covered chill of winter? After all, filming in South Korea and Nagoya took place in brutally cold winter conditions. As for the premiere date? That remains the biggest mystery of all. Post-production for major Eastern film projects typically last anywhere from six months to over a year. Which means ... yes, the wait could be long. But if the secrecy, star power and source material are anything to go by, it will be worth every second.