Actor Jun Ji-hyun has determined to step down from the upcoming drama tentatively titled “Koreans.”
Her company, Peach Firm, mentioned Tuesday that “‘Koreans’ was one among a number of initiatives into consideration, however she has finally determined to not take part.”
The collection is an adaptation of FX’s hit American spy drama “The People,” reimagined in opposition to the backdrop of Korea’s army dictatorship period reasonably than the Chilly Battle. The drama shall be directed by Ahn Gil-ho, recognized for “Stranger” (2017) and “The Glory” (2022), and can star Lee Byung-hun.
Jun was provided the position of Lee’s spouse, marking what would have been their first challenge collectively since showing collectively within the 1999 drama “Comfortable Collectively.” Nonetheless, the collaboration won’t transfer ahead.
In the meantime, Jun not too long ago appeared in Disney+ unique collection “Tempest,” portraying Moon Joo, a United Nations ambassador with worldwide acclaim. She can also be confirmed to be starring in director Yeon Sang-ho’s upcoming movie “Colony.”
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