A Bold DM and a High-Stakes Heist: Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo Gear Up for 'Project Y'
Han So-hee reveals the story behind her collaboration with Jeon Jong-seo for 'Project Y'. Discover how their DM connection led to an award-winning film at the London Asian Film Festival and Han's honest take on social media fame.
Can a single social media message change the course of a movie's production? For Han So-hee, it could. Ahead of the January 21 release of her new film, Project Y, the actress shared the behind-the-scenes story of how she personally reached out to her co-star, Jeon Jong-seo.
How a DM Sparked the Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo Duo
Directed by Lee Hwan, Project Y follows two friends, Miseon and Kyung (Dokyung), who plan a dangerous heist to steal black money and gold bars in a dazzling yet harsh city. During an interview in Seoul on January 16, Han So-hee revealed that she wasn't normally the type to send DMs to strangers. However, sensing a kinship with Jeon Jong-seo, she took the leap to get closer.
"I felt Jong-seo could perfectly empathize with my situation," Han explained. She expressed admiration for Jeon's acting style and English fluency, noting that she learned much from her co-star's meticulous attention to detail in every scene.
Project Y Gains Global Acclaim Before Domestic Release
The film has already made waves on the international festival circuit. It held its world premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival and received an official invitation to the 30th Busan International Film Festival. Most notably, it secured the Best Film Award at the 10th London Asian Film Festival, cementing its status as one of the most anticipated thrillers of 2026.
Addressing Public Perception and SNS Responsibility
Both stars haven't been immune to social media scrutiny. Addressing the criticism, Han So-hee shared a mature perspective. "As I receive more public attention, I feel a responsibility to be persuasive with my words," she stated. She emphasized the importance of objective self-analysis, acknowledging that it's impossible for everyone to have the same opinion.
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