K Makes Film Debut in Live-Action Blue Lock and Asks to Be Called an Actor
K's first film role in a high-profile adaptation and his public request to be recognized as an actor show a clear step in his career transition from idol to actor.
Reporting from 1 source: Cinema Today.
K, a member of the group &TEAM, made his film debut as Nagi Seishiro in the live-action Blue Lock film at its world premiere in Tokyo on July 13. During the stage greeting, K expressed gratitude to the cast and staff and asked the audience if he could now call himself an actor, receiving applause. The film opens in Japan on August 7.
At the world premiere of the live-action Blue Lock film in Tokyo on July 13, K, a member of the group &TEAM, walked the blue carpet in the rain to loud cheers. During the stage greeting, K, who plays the genius forward Nagi Seishiro, admitted it was his first film appearance. He thanked the cast and staff for their support and asked the audience, 'Can I call myself an actor?' The question drew applause. Lead actor Fumiya Takahashi thanked K for choosing Blue Lock as his first film and wished him a happy birthday. The film opens nationwide on August 7.
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- Cinema Today &TEAM・K『ブルーロック』スクリーンデビューに感無量「俳優と名乗ってもいいんですよね」