Byun Yohan on 'Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub': "Cho Seung-woo's 'Tazza' Made a Four-Part Series Possible"

Actor Byun Yohan shared his thoughts on bringing the 20-year-old "Tazza" franchise to a grand finale.

Attending the press and distribution screening for the film "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" held at CGV Yongsan in Seoul on the afternoon of the 9th, Byun said, "I feel relieved to be able to conclude the series after 20 years."

Byun previously revealed that he contacted Cho Seung-woo, the lead of the original "Tazza," personally after accepting the role of protagonist Jang Young-tae. Byun stated, "Because there was the 'Tazza' starred in by senior actor Cho Seung-woo, and because there are up to four parts of the story written by comic writer Huh Young-man, I believe it was possible for 'Tazza 4' to be made," adding, "I hope both of them watch this movie and tell us that we did a great job."

Director Choi Dong-hoon's "Tazza" (2006) serves as a bible for Korean film franchises. The sequels that followed, parts 2 and 3, drew mixed reactions from audiences when compared to the original, and failed to surpass the first film in box office performance.

Director Choi Kook-hee, who helmed "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub," addressed these results by expressing his affection for the original and respect for Director Choi Dong-hoon, saying, "The 'Tazza' directed by Director Choi Dong-hoon is an incredible film. It's a 20-year-old movie, but it still feels trendy and entertaining when watched today."

He also showed confidence in the fourth installment, remarking, "Because of comparisons to the first film, parts 2 and 3 seem to be undervalued, but I think those works were also well-made with each director's unique color. However, since 'Tazza' is such a masterpiece, comparisons seem inevitable. The same goes for our film. But we worked hard without worrying about such things."

"Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" is a crime film set to be released on September 23, depicting a revenge match that unfolds on a global gambling stage when Jang Tae-young (Byun Yohan)—who thought he had the world in his hands through an online casino business—reunites with his close friend and namesake Park Tae-young (Roh Jae-won), who took everything away from him.



(SBS Entertainment News, Reporter Kim Ji-hye)
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