Seo Kang-joon, Lee Byung-hun meeting falls through… “Nambeol” side: “Discussions held, but no appearance” [Official]

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Actor Seo Kang-joon discussed appearing in the film “Nambeol,” but ultimately decided not to join the project.

On the 11th, HYBE Media Cop, the production company behind the film “Nambeol,” told StarNews, “It is true that actor Seo Kang-joon discussed appearing in ‘Nambeol,’ but he has ultimately decided not to appear.”

According to the production company, Seo Kang-joon held discussions regarding his appearance in “Nambeol” but ultimately decided not to join the work. However, they explained that this is not a case of him dropping out after casting had been confirmed.

Initially, Seo Kang-joon was discussing appearing as the right-hand man to Lee Byung-hun, who plays “Lim Eok,” the leader guiding the warriors in “Nambeol.”

Had Seo Kang-joon joined “Nambeol,” it would have marked his return to the screen after approximately five years since the 2021 film “Happy New Year,” but with this appearance falling through, he will have to wait for the next opportunity.

Meanwhile, “Nambeol” is a hard-boiled martial arts action film set in the early Joseon Dynasty, following nine warriors of varying abilities and social classes as they head to Tsushima Island to rescue prisoners taken by Japanese pirates. The film is generating anticipation as the directorial debut of cinematographer Lee Mo-gae, who has showcased distinctive mise-en-scene in works such as “Seoul’s Spring,” “Exhuma,” “The Chaser,” “Yadang,” and “Emergency Declaration.”

Actors Lee Byung-hun, Go Youn-jung, Lee Do-hyun, Jo Seung-yeon (WOODZ), and Park Hae-jun have confirmed their appearances. Pre-production is underway with the goal of starting filming in the second half of 2026, and casting efforts are currently in full swing.

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