NEW, Jang Jae-hyun's new work → Yoon Kyung-ho X Kim Hye-yoon 'High School Detective'.. LINE lineup revealed [Official]

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Content media group NEW has finalized the LINE lineup for five films and is now moving into full-scale production.

On the 4th, NEW announced, "We are partnering with three box office directors to develop super IPs," securing the titles for the next projects of Jang Jae-hyun, who achieved 10 million viewers with the Korean-style occult film "Exhuma"; Eom Tae-hwa, who captivated domestic and international critics with the successful commercialization of genre films; and Kang Hyung-cheol, who has built mass appeal through cheerful storytelling and trendy directing sensibilities.

Jang Jae-hyun's upcoming film "Vampire" is being hailed as the most anticipated project since "Exhuma," promising another expansion of its universe following the success of Korean-style occult films such as "The Priests" and "Sabaha." Eom Tae-hwa, who achieved both box office success and artistic acclaim with "Concrete Utopia," returns with his new film "A House Worth Living In." The well-made production is expected to maximize audience immersion through its distinctive narrative and dense psychological portrayal. Kang Hyung-cheol's next project, "If It's With You," will bring cheerful energy to the screen with outstanding character performances and an irresistible appeal that spans generations, building on his track record of mobilizing broad audiences through universal emotions and rhythmic music in films like "Speed Scandal," "Sunny," and "Haifa Eve."

Earlier this year, NEW decided to invest in two films distinguished by their innovative planning and freshness, working with top-tier production companies in the industry to ensure high-quality final products. Sana Pictures, which has presented bold content across films and series including action, noir, and period dramas, and Covenant Pictures, which sparked a box office phenomenon with "If We Were" at the end of last year, are currently producing "High School Detective" and "Six Lying College Students (working title)," respectively.

Following the success of the mega-hit "Zombie Daughter," which topped the 2025 Korean film audience rankings, NEW is once again targeting the tentpole market for all generations with "High School Detective," starring Yoon Kyung-ho and Kim Hye-yoon. The release date is currently being coordinated.

The working title "Six Lying College Students" is a project selected for the Korea Film Council's mid-budget Korean film production support, recognized for the strength of its solid screenplay. The story follows six applicants who participate in a team discussion to select a single successful candidate during the final interview stage. Rising stars such as Jo Yi-hyun, Kim Jae-won, Shin Seung-ho, Kang Yu-seok, Kwak Dong-yeon, and Bae Kang-hee have joined the cast in large numbers. The synergy created by director Kim Jeong-hoon's direction and the ensemble of popular actors is expected to bring a new wind to theaters.

Meanwhile, the NEW group is accelerating efforts to enhance corporate value through a diverse LINE lineup in its film division and key IPs secured by its affiliated companies. NEW stated, "We plan to drive steady growth in both individual and connected revenues by leveraging the drama 'Good Partner 2,' produced by Studio & New and confirmed for broadcast on SBS in the second half of this year, as well as 'Charge Me' (Netflix) and 'I Am a Sinner' (Disney+) from New Point, which have secured content supply contracts with global platforms."

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