Ma Dong-seok and Ye Jeong-hwa Head to Hollywood: "Honored to Join MCU in 'Eternals'"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Isul] Actor Ma Dong-seok attended the world premiere event of the movie 'Eternals' in Los Angeles with his girlfriend Yejeonghwa.

On the 18th (local time), Ma Dong-seok said at the world premiere of 'Eternals' held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, USA, "It is an honor to join the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe)."

That day, Ma Dong-seok attended under his American name 'Don Lee' and walked the red carpet with co-stars Angelina Jolie, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjiani, Salma Hayek, Gemma Chan, and others. Marvel head Kevin Feige and director Chlo? Zhao also attended.

In an interview, Ma Dong-seok introduced, "Gilgamesh is the strongest, humorous, and warm character." He added, "I have appeared in and produced numerous films, but this movie is special. It is my first Hollywood film and a new beginning," giving it a unique significance.

Angelina Jolie was accompanied by her five children, including her son Maddox, who is attending Yonsei University, Zahara, Shiloh, Vivienne, and Knox. Ma Dong-seok invited his manager and girlfriend Yejeonghwa. Yejeonghwa warmly greeted and hugged Angelina Jolie. The two publicly acknowledged their relationship in November 2016 and have been in love for six years.

'Eternals' is a Marvel film that tells the story of immortal heroes who have lived for thousands of years without revealing themselves, coming together again to fight against humanity's oldest enemy, the Deviants, after 'Avengers: Endgame.' It will be released domestically on the 3rd of next month.