Jeon Jong-seo in Talks for New Occult Film 'The Rock', Reuniting with 'Exhuma' Director Jang Jae-hyun

Actress Jeon Jong-seo is in positive discussions for her next project, the occult-genre film 'The Rock' (title pending).

According to OSEN's report on the 3rd, Jeon Jong-seo has received an offer to star in 'The Rock' and is favorably considering it. Her agency confirmed to OSEN, stating, "We have received the script for 'The Rock' and are positively reviewing the offer."

The film 'The Rock' will be produced by StudioMoment and co-produced by Fine Town Production. The directorial reins will be taken by Lee Deok-chan, known for his work in the production teams of 'Proud Family' and 'No Breathing', and for directing short films such as 'Bongseong' and 'Leo'.

Notably, Jang Jae-hyun, the director behind the hit film 'Exhuma', is participating in the screenplay and co-production, raising expectations for an expansion of his signature 'Jang Jae-hyun-style occult' universe.

Since her debut in the 2018 film 'Burning', Jeon Jong-seo has showcased powerful performances across various genres. Her filmography includes 'The Call', 'Nothing Serious', 'Ballerina', and 'Mona Lisa and the Blood Moon'. She has also made a strong impact on the small screen with dramas like 'Bargain', 'Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area', 'The Woman He Sue', and 'Wedding Impossible'.

With the upcoming release of the film 'Project Y' alongside actress Han So-hee, Jeon Jong-seo's transformation in 'The Rock' is drawing significant attention from fans eager to see her tackle a new challenge.

Korean netizens are expressing excitement, with comments like 'Actress Jeon Jong-seo is returning to the occult genre! I'm looking forward to it,' and 'I can trust any project with Director Jang Jae-hyun involved.' Fans also noted her diverse acting spectrum, saying 'It's great to see her show such a wide range of roles.'