JPop Asia reported that Japanese actor Shun Oguri and Taiwanese actor Jerry Yan are part of the cast of the upcoming live-action Lupin III film.
Oguri will play the role of Lupin III while Yan will play the role of Lupin III's top rival. What's interesting is that both actors happened to be related to the live-action drama adaptations of Hana Yori Dango. This is the first time the two acted together.
Additional cast members for the film include Arashi's Sho Sakurai and actor Satoshi Tsumabuki. Filming has started in Bangkok, Thailand and will continue in other locations. The movie is scheduled for a Spring 2014 release.
Oguri will play the role of Lupin III while Yan will play the role of Lupin III's top rival. What's interesting is that both actors happened to be related to the live-action drama adaptations of Hana Yori Dango. This is the first time the two acted together.
Additional cast members for the film include Arashi's Sho Sakurai and actor Satoshi Tsumabuki. Filming has started in Bangkok, Thailand and will continue in other locations. The movie is scheduled for a Spring 2014 release.