Actor Kang Ji-hwan signs with new agency

Korean actor Kang Ji-hwan [Asia Economic Daily]

Korean actor Kang Ji-hwan has signed with a new agency, according to a press release by S Plus Entertainment on Friday. The actor had reportedly sent a contents-certified letter last month to his former agency, Jambo Entertainment, asking to be freed from his contract. Kang is legally bound to Jambo - his agency of six years - til August.The 32-year-old actor debuted in 2001 in the Korean version of the musical "The Rocky Horror Show". He later gained fame after appearing in notable television dramas, such as "Be Strong, Geum-soon!"(2005), "Scandal in Old Seoul"(2007) and "Hong Gil-dong, The Hero"(2008). He has also starred in several movies including "Movie is a Movie", "Speedy Scandal" and "My Girlfriend Is An Agent", a comedy action film co-starring Hallyu star Kim Ha-neul. Reporter : Park So-yoen muse@asiae.co.krEditor : Lynn Kim lynn2878@asiae.co.kr<ⓒ10Asia All rights reserved>