Son Dam-bi quits Hollywood role

Singer Son Dam-bi delayed her debut to Hollywood when she gave up a major role in the U.S. film "Hype Nation."

The production of the dance movie has been delayed since the end of 2008, reportedly due to the effects of the global economic downturn, spilling over into the entertainment industry in the United States.

News reports said the Korean pop diva had decided to withdraw from the movie to concentrate on her domestic activities.

Son, 26, still plans to become an actress and is scheduled to star in "The Dream" a soon-to-be aired SBS-TV drama. She will play the role of an aerobics teacher.

Son is expected to get another opportunity to advance into Hollywood soon.

By appearing at the Pussycat Dolls` concert tour in Korea, the singer has already made herself known to entertainment agencies in United States.

By Hyun Ji-hyang

(jenellehyun@gmail.com)