Jeon Seok-ho Returns to Stage After 10 Years with 'Turkey Blues'

Actor Jeon Seok-ho is set to return to the stage after a three-year hiatus. He has confirmed his appearance in the play 'Turkey Blues,' which will run from December 6th to February 1st at the Freedom Theater of the Seoul Arts Center.

This production holds special significance for Jeon Seok-ho, as he was involved from its premiere and it marks a reunion with a play that has been revived after approximately a decade. 'Turkey Blues' is a representative work from Yeonwoo Stage's travel play series, which ran from its premiere in 2013 to 2016.

In the play, Jeon Seok-ho will portray 'Im Joo-hyuk,' a character who travels to Turkey and revisits childhood memories. This marks his first theatrical performance since 'Club Latin' in 2022.

Joining him is actor Kim Da-heui, who will reprise his role as 'Kim Si-wan.' Kim Si-wan hosts his own concert, reminiscing about the past through music. This collaboration marks a reunion after 10 years for the two actors who have a long history together.

Jeon Seok-ho expressed his commitment, stating, 'We will do our best to show our unique color. I hope the audience will also immerse themselves in our color.'

Jeon Seok-ho has previously gained recognition for his roles in Netflix original series such as 'Kingdom' and 'Squid Game,' solidifying his status as a prominent actor.

Korean netizens are expressing excitement, with comments like 'I've been waiting so long for Actor Jeon Seok-ho's return to the stage!', 'His presence in Kingdom and Squid Game was amazing, looking forward to his play too,' and 'A reunion after 10 years, I'm already curious about their chemistry.'