Hwang Chanseong (2PM) joins Japanese film ”Hold Me Tighter Than Anyone”

Hwang Chanseong (2PM) will appear in the Japanese film "Dare Yori Tsuyoku Dakishimete" (directed by Eiji Uchida). Eiji Uchida is the director of the films "Midnight Swan" and "Silent Love", as well as N
He directed the etflix series "The Naked Director: The Story of Muranishi Toru," and has been loved around the world for unravelling the unique material with his uniquely sensitive emotional expression, beautiful visuals, and heart-warming soundtrack.
This film, an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Shindo Fuyuki, continues director Uchida Eiji's previous work in showing the true essence of his portrayal of people who form relationships with others through love despite the difficulties they face in life.
The lead roles are played by Kubo Shiori, who was once the center of Nogizaka 46, and Miyama Ryouki, who is currently a member of BE:FIRST.
He plays Lee Jae-hong, a young man who dreams of becoming a chef and works in Japan, ignoring his father's advice to do so.
"Hold Me Tighter Than Anyone" is about Tsukina (played by Kubo Shiori), who runs a picture book store, and
The story depicts the cohabitation of a boy named Ryojo (played by Ryouki Miyama), who is an aspiring picture book writer. The two have been together for a long time and care for each other, but Ryojo has obsessive-compulsive disorder and is a germaphobe, so he has a hard time even holding his girlfriend Tsukina's hand.
Having decided to undergo treatment, Ryojo meets Chiharu, a woman with the same condition, for the first time at the hospital. Tsukina begins to feel jealous of the two as they share their struggles.
Then, a man named Lee Jae-hong (played by Hwang Chan-seong) appears, whose heart is not moved even when he touches her. The film depicts the relationship between people who cannot even touch each other, as they pass each other, clash, and become entangled.
Hwang Chanseong said, "I was excited because it seemed like a chance for me to continue my career as an actor in Japan. I'm glad to be offered such a good project, and I'm going to try my best."
It was a work that ignited passion. I had a great chemistry with all the staff members I met during filming, as well as the actors I worked with. Director Uchida's precise and detailed direction and
I got along well with the excellent staff, and I was lucky to be working with such great actors. I think that this kind of work environment created a synergy between us.
" Feelings of love and conflicts are not necessarily things that need to be resolved at this time, but forgotten feelings will melt into the flow of time and we will be able to understand and forgive each other.
"Through this movie, I thought that this is what we who are in love need. I hope you enjoy it," he added.
Director Eiji Uchida said, "I came across the novel 'Dakishimete (Hold Me Tighter Than Anyone)' by chance and made it into a film. The love depicted in the novel
Driven by the desire to project the sadness and pure feelings of emotion onto the screen, I created this work with young actors.
"The acting of the three Chanseong actors is a wonderful mix of freshness and realism. I hope you'll come to the theater to see it for yourself," he said.
Hwang Chanseong has recently established himself as an actor with his first lead role in the Japanese TV series "Cafe Inhyeon." Through this work, he is gaining recognition from fans all over the world.
It is expected to capture the hearts of audiences. "Dare Yori Tsūyoku Dakishimete" will be released in February 2025 at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other theaters throughout Japan.