Ji Chang-wook joins star-studded cast of 'Gunche'
Actress Jun Ji-hyun is making her long-awaited return to the big screen after a decade, starring in Yeon Sang-ho’s latest film, “Gunche,” which recently began filming.
The movie, titled after a Korean word for “colony,” is expected to premiere next year, according to its distributor ShowBox, Friday.
This is Jun’s first collaboration with Yeon and her first film appearance since the 2015 blockbuster "Assassination," directed by Choi Dong-hoon.
“Gunche” revolves around a mysterious virus outbreak that leads to a building being sealed off, with infected individuals evolving in unpredictable ways.
Ji Chang-wook is also joining the star-studded cast. Actors Koo Kyo-hwan, Shin Hyun-bin and Kim Shin-rok are reuniting with director Yeon, while Go Soo is set to make a special appearance. Details about their roles have yet to be revealed.
Yeon is known for crafting unique, imaginative narratives, having built a strong following through works such as the global hit “Train to Busan,” its sequel “Peninsula,” the Netflix series “Hellbound,” and “Parasyte: The Grey.”
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