Park Bo-gum to Voice David in His First Animated Film Dubbing Role

The actor has been confirmed as the Korean voice of David in the animated film ‘David,’ marking his first time participating in animation dubbing.

The film, which has already been released in North America, is preparing for its Korean theatrical debut with a local voice cast that includes Park Bo-gum, Jang Gwang, Cha Ji-yeon, Song Jun-seok, and Si Young-jun.

Park Bo-gum Takes on the Role of David

In the Korean version of ‘David,’ Park Bo-gum will voice the title character, a young shepherd whose ordinary life leads him toward an extraordinary destiny. The story follows David from his humble beginnings to his legendary confrontation with the giant Goliath, tracing a journey shaped by courage, faith, fear, and determination.

Known for his warm screen presence and emotionally steady delivery in dramas such as ‘Reply 1988,’ ‘Love in the Moonlight,’ ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines,’ and ‘Good Boy,’ Park is expected to bring a gentle but firm emotional tone to the character.

A New Challenge Beyond Live-Action Acting

Although Park Bo-gum has built a strong career through dramas, films, and stage performances, ‘David’ will be his first animated dubbing project.

Voice acting presents a different kind of challenge from on-screen performance. Without facial expressions or body movement, the actor must communicate emotion through tone, rhythm, breath, and vocal detail.

That makes the project especially interesting for fans who are used to watching Park’s visual acting style. In ‘David,’ audiences will experience his performance in a new way, focusing entirely on his voice.

Musical Elements Raise More Interest

Another point drawing attention is the film’s musical component.

Park Bo-gum has already shown his vocal ability through the musical ‘Let Me Fly,’ which makes fans curious about how he will approach the musical numbers in ‘David.’ Because music plays an important role in the film, his participation may highlight both his acting and singing abilities.

After the casting was announced, Park said he strongly related to the story’s message of courage and hope. He also expressed hope that the film would be remembered as a work that gives audiences the courage to try and the perseverance to keep going.

Korean Voice Cast Adds Depth to the Film

The Korean version of ‘David’ will also feature several experienced performers.

Jang Gwang will voice Samuel, the prophet who guides David. Cha Ji-yeon will play Nitzevet, David’s mother, who gives him faith and emotional strength.

Voice actor Song Jun-seok will portray King Saul, whose jealousy toward David becomes an important part of the story. Si Young-jun will voice Goliath, the giant who stands at the center of David’s most famous test.

The casting lineup suggests that the Korean release will focus not only on the spectacle of the story, but also on its emotional and dramatic weight.

The animated film ‘David’ will open in theaters across Korea on July 15.

For animation viewers, the film offers a large-scale retelling of a familiar story. For Park Bo-gum’s fans, it marks a meaningful first: the chance to hear the actor lead an animated feature through voice alone.

With Park Bo-gum taking on the title role, ‘David’ is expected to draw attention as both a family-friendly animated film and a new milestone in the actor’s career.