Wild Sing is a film by director Son Jae-gon, starring Gang Dong-won and Uhm Tae-goo as 90s hip-hop teens and Oh Jung-se as a ballad singer. The story follows the group Triangle, who achieve success before a scandal forces them to disband.
Years later, one member tries to reunite the original lineup for a concert, leading to a chaotic journey. The movie is noted for its nostalgic 90s setting, impressive song-and-dance performances, and catchy soundtrack, despite its simple plot.
Wild Sing is another work by director Son Jae-gon, who is well-known for films like Secret Zoo (2020) and Villain and Widow (2010). For this project, he takes on the directorial role alone, working with a rookie screenwriter whose profile has not yet been disclosed. The major highlight that draws audiences in is seeing Gang Dong-won and Uhm Tae-goo undergo dramatic transformations, stepping back into the ’90s as hip-hop/rap teenagers—singing, dancing, and looking effortlessly cool. They are joined by Oh Jung-se in a completely unexpected role as a smooth-voiced ballad singer delivering sweet, catchy tunes. If you’ve watched the trailer, it certainly sparks immediate excitement. Longtime K-pop fans will undoubtedly enjoy soaking in the nostalgia through both the storyline and the soundtrack.
Gang Dong-won plays Hwang Hyun-woo, nicknamed the “Dance Machine DM19.” Beyond his strong vocals, his b-boy dance moves are wild and impressive (and Gang Dong-won actually executed these dances himself). Uhm Tae-goo stars as Gu Sang-goo, a rap-obsessed performer, while Park Ji-hyun plays Byeon Do-mi.
The three are brought together by CEO Park Yong-goo (played by Shin Ha-kyun) to form the group Triangle (named after the shape, making a triangle their signature pose). They debut with a song provided by the CEO titled “Love Is” and enter a music competition, eventually clinching first place. They narrowly beat the runner-up, Choi Seong-gon (played by Oh Jung-se), who competes under the title “Ballad Prince” and wins over female fans with his sweet melodies.
Following Triangle’s success, an unexpected scandal suddenly hits them out of nowhere, ruining their reputation and forcing the group to disband. The CEO disappears without a trace, leaving the members to go their separate ways. Choi Seong-gon similarly gets caught up in a scandal of his own.
Gu Sang-goo remains passionate about his rap skills, hoping to release a solo album and achieve fame. However, his desperate search for investors only leads him deep into debt, eventually putting his life at risk when he crosses paths with mob investors.
Byeon Do-mi marries a wealthy businessman and lives a luxurious life as a high-society wife, though she is strictly controlled by a demanding mother-in-law, leaving her with almost no personal freedom.
Meanwhile, Hwang Hyun-woo still dreams of returning to the entertainment industry and performing on stage once again. By chance, he meets a TV producer who is urgently looking for a performance act for a live concert aimed at supporting Gangwon Province’s bid to host an Expo. The condition is that the performance must feature the original song and the complete Triangle lineup. Hyun-woo then sets out to reunite with his two former bandmates for a special one-off reunion.
Choi Seong-gon, whose life, career, and appearance have drastically changed, crosses paths with them once again, hoping to perform on this stage as well.
Since deep down everyone still cherishes the happy memories of their time on stage, this opportunity sparks their desire to overcome the overwhelming chaos and obstacles coming their way.
The main plot follows the straightforward premise of dance legends returning to crush the mic. The story itself isn’t complex, but the chaotic journey along the way keeps viewers hooked and rooting for the characters. How funny you find it will largely depend on your personal humor style.
Although the film’s box office performance in South Korea was lower than expected—drawing around one million viewers but failing to break even—it remains an enjoyable watch.
For this reviewer, I didn’t mind the somewhat simple and formulaic plot (even though I usually prefer fresh, unconventional stories), because the visual transformations of the main cast delivered the freshness I wanted. Watching Triangle perform and dance was pure fun. Luckily, it is available on Netflix, so you can rewind and replay the music scenes as much as you like—something you can’t do in a movie theater! The soundtrack is another major highlight: highly catchy without being overwhelming, using repeating tracks to great effect.
In the early flashback scenes, viewers get to see the youthful, post-production-enhanced faces of the cast, complemented by great retro styling and atmosphere. The film also features a strong lineup of guest appearances, including Kang Ki-young, Gong Myung, Jung Soon-won, Huh Joon-seok, Kim Ki-cheon, Park Hae-mi, and Yang Hyun-min.
Overall, Wild Sing is an entertaining, lighthearted, and fast-paced movie. It offers a fun time filled with great song-and-dance performances, making it a stress-free choice to sit back, relax, and enjoy.
Trailer :
 starring Gang Dong-won, Uhm Tae-goo, and Oh Jung-se. A fun, retro '90s K-pop reunion movie packed with dance and nostalgia.){kind=link}