South Korean stars Han So Hee and Ryu Jun Yeol‘s recent off-screen breakup has impacted their professional lives as well. The former couple will no longer be starring together in the upcoming film project “Hyun Hok.”
Project Seeks New Leads After Actors’ Departure
Production company Showbox confirmed in a statement that both actors were no longer under consideration for roles in the film. They clarified that while discussions with Han So Hee and Ryu Jun Yeol had taken place, their casting was never finalized.
Taking Responsibility: Actor Steps Away
Ryu Jun Yeol’s agency, C-JeS Studio, echoed Showbox’s statement, confirming the actor’s withdrawal from the project. They revealed that Ryu Jun Yeol took responsibility for the recent events, likely referring to the public attention surrounding their breakup, and decided to step down to avoid affecting the film’s production.
This news comes after earlier reports suggested the production team intended to keep the original cast. With Han So Hee and Ryu Jun Yeol no longer attached to the project, “Hyun Hok” will now begin a new search for its lead actors.
