Korean actor Lee Min-ho’s agency has released photos from the star’s press call for upcoming Korean-Chinese action film “Bounty Hunters,” in which Lee was recently cast as a main character.Lee attended the first promotional event for “Bounty Hunters” at the ongoing 18th Shanghai International Film Festival, Sunday, together with Chinese costar Wallace Chung.“Filming schedules haven’t started yet, but I have prayed to finish shooting without any accidents,” said Lee. The actor also extended condolences for a “recent tragedy” in China, possibly referring to a residential building explosion that killed four in Liaoning province last week.

“I wanted to try a different (film) genre. I was personally interested in a light-hearted, refreshing and thrilling comedy film, but I’m very pleased to meet you all and I will try to help make a good work with (Hong Kong singer-actor) Leslie Cheung,” said Lee. Cheung is also believed to have been cast in the film.“Bounty Hunters,” directed by Korean director Shin Tae-ra, is working under a budget of 35 billion won ($31 million), funded by investments from Korea, China and Hong Kong.The film will portray bounty hunters -- people hired to catch criminals or fugitives -- and will shoot in a number of Asian locations including Korea, China, Malaysia and Thailand.The female lead will be played by a Chinese actress, who has yet to be announced.Lee also met retired American boxer Mike Tyson at the promotions during the Shanghai International Film Festival.

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