A K-pop Dream Hits the Big Screen
From Seoul’s neon lights to Hollywood’s silver screen, K-pop is making a cinematic leap. HYBE America and Paramount Pictures have officially revealed the cast of their joint K-pop movie project, confirming nine new actors and artists. The film began shooting on September 21 in Seoul and will be filmed entirely on location across South Korea.
Meet the New Faces of K-pop Cinema
The newly announced cast includes Korean actors like Song Joon, Kang Sora, Lee Hyun-chul, along with MOMOLAND’s Ahin. They’ll be joined by international stars such as Renata Vaca, Silia Kapsis, Aliyah Turner, Kim Shana, and Park Joovi. This international mix reflects the global heart of K-pop fandom.
Earlier this year, the film confirmed lead roles for actress Yoo Ji-yeon and singer-actor Eric Nam. More names followed in quick succession: veteran actor Yoo Ji-tae, Spider-Man: Homecoming’s Tony Revolori, and XO, Kitty’s Gia Kim. Yep — this cast is reading like your Netflix “watch again” list.
A Story That Hits Home for K-pop Fans
The film follows the journey of a Korean-American teenage girl who defies her family’s wishes to join a survival-style K-pop audition show, chasing her dream to debut in a next-gen girl group. In short: think Dreamgirls meets Produce 101, with a splash of High School Musical.
Why This Movie Is a Big Deal
This marks the first time a major Hollywood studio is producing a full-length film entirely on location in Korea. Filming will continue in spots like Incheon, Gimpo, Paju, and scenic Gapyeong. That’s not just a technical feat — it’s a cultural milestone.
Behind the scenes, the talent is just as stacked. The movie is directed by Benson Lee, known for Seoul Searching (starring Cha In-pyo), while screenwriter Eileen Shim, who co-wrote Star Wars: The Acolyte, handles the script. K-pop stans and movie buffs, buckle up.
K-pop Goes Cinematic — For Real This Time
The film is slated for release on February 12, 2027 — but the buzz starts now. With big names, real Korean locations, and a heartfelt premise, this project could become the defining K-pop movie of our generation. Hollywood may finally be learning how to speak (and sing) fluent Hallyu.
