MOVIE
HYBE America and Paramount Pictures Team Up for K-Pop Film Set for 2027 Release
On the 22nd, HYBE America announced that they have begun production on a K-Pop-themed movie in partnership with Paramount Pictures. The film, which is yet to be titled, will follow the journey of a Korean-American girl who defies her family's wishes to audition for a next-generation K-Pop girl group.
The cast includes Yoo Ji-young, known for her role as 'Joy' in the Netflix animated film 'K-Pop Demon Hunters,' and Eric Nam, who starred as 'Yona Yoon,' a surgical resident, in the movie 'Transplant.'
The film is slated for a theatrical release on February 12, 2027, with filming set to commence in mid-September entirely on location in Korea. This marks the first time a major Hollywood studio will conduct all filming in Korea.
Directed by Benson Lee, with a screenplay by Aileen Shim, the film's production team includes James Shin, President of HYBE America's Film & TV division, Arthur Spector, Joshua Davis, and Scooter Braun. Executive producers are Joshua Bearman, John Zaozirny, and Scott Manson, with Brian Oh, Senior Vice President at Paramount Pictures, overseeing the project.
Director Benson Lee expressed, "This film is a love letter to K-Pop, filled with energy, passion, magic, and the community that supports it. I am deeply grateful to Paramount Pictures and all the production team for their support."
James Shin, President of HYBE America, stated, "We are thrilled to have the historic opportunity to present K-Pop to global audiences. This film will capture the artistry and popularity of K-Pop, as well as the universal message of pursuing dreams despite adversity."
