THIS Former IZ*ONE Member Will Star in Korean Remake of Movie ‘Hear Me’
After four years, idol-turned-actress Kim Minju is making her return to the silver screen with the romance film "Hear Me."
The film is the newest addition to the growing collection of remakes in K-drama history, and it also stars rising actors Hong Kyung and Noh Yoon Seo.
Kim Minju To Make Silver Screen Comeback With 'Hear Me'
On July 19, it was reported that Kim Minju will star as one of the main leads in the upcoming South Korean remake of "Hear Me."
Earlier this 2023, Hong Kyung of "Revenant" and Noh Yoon Seo of "Crash Course in Romance" have been cast to headline the remake of the 2009 Taiwanese film.
"Hear Me" tells the romantic story of a man who falls in love at first sight with a hearing-impaired woman. It also depicts how a love so strong breaks barriers between two different individuals.
The film was also well-received in South Korea during its premiere and even established a solid fan base. With this, producers decided to release a remake film to pay homage to the classic film.
To strengthen the casting lineup, former IZ*ONE member Kim Minju was cast to join the production as a professional swimmer and Noh Yoon Seo's younger sister.
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Fans took their excitement to social media, saying that the addition of the idol-actress will bring success to the production.
To recall, Hong Kyung and Noh Yoon Seo are among the most sought-after actors of their generations.
Meanwhile, Kim Minju is a popular celebrity who dominates both the idol stage and potentially the acting arena. At the moment, the idol-actress is preparing for her role by taking on swimming lessons and fundamentals to sign language.
"Hear Me" begins filming in August with the guidance of director Ahn Byung Ki so stay tuned for more updates.
Kim Minju Makes Successful TV Debut in 2023
Prior to her debut as an idol, Kim Minju has already made quite the impression in terrestrial television after she appeared in dramas "A-Teen" and "The Great Seducer."
With her background in acting, the idol-actress successfully made her official acting debut earlier this year with the MBC drama "The Forbidden Marriage" with Kim Young Dae and Park Ju Hyun.
Kim Minju drew positive reviews from the public with her first major project.
As she takes on new offers, she is expected to show her full potential as an actress.
