'Drowning' singer Woodz joins Lee Byung-hun in historical action film from 'Exhuma' cinematographer

Woodz, widely recognized for his hit song “Drowning,” is set to join the cast of a historical action film scheduled to begin shooting in the second half of the year.

The singer’s participation was announced Thursday by Hive Media Corp., the production company behind the tentatively titled film “Nambeol,” or “The Southern Campaign” in English.

Set in Korea during the 1392-1910 Joseon Dynasty era, the film is billed as a hard-boiled, wuxia-style action feature.

Its story follows nine warriors of disparate social backgrounds and talents who embark on a campaign to Japan’s Tsushima Island to rescue Korean captives held by local pirate lords.

Woodz will play Cheonnom, whose name literally means “firstborn,” a skilled archer who never misses his mark.

He joins the perilous campaign to support his family.

Devoted both to his family and his fellow warriors, Cheonnom is determined to bring every member of the expedition home alive.

The film is directed by Lee Mo-gae, who previously oversaw the cinematography for “12.12: The Day,” “Exhuma,” “Hunt,” “Yadang: The Sn ...