Lee Min Ho, Yoo Hae Jin, and Park Hae Il Join Cast of Director Hur Jin Ho's 'The Assassins'

In a major casting announcement, acclaimed South Korean actors Lee Min Ho, Yoo Hae Jin, and Park Hae Il have officially joined the cast of the upcoming film 'The Assassins', directed by Hur Jin Ho. Filming began in August, with the story set against the backdrop of a dramatic event on August 15, 1945, a pivotal date in South Korean history.

Lee Min Ho takes on the role of a passionate rookie reporter in the social affairs department, returning to the big screen following a varied reception to his recent projects. Yoo Hae Jin appears as a senior police inspector at Jungbu Police Station, while Park Hae Il portrays a principled newspaper editor. This acclaimed ensemble has generated significant anticipation for the tense narrative centered on a mysterious sniper incident in 1945.

Director Hur Jin Ho, known for his nuanced storytelling in films like 'Forbidden Dream' and 'Love in the Big City', is expected to bring his signature style to this historical thriller. With production underway and a high-profile cast, 'The Assassins' is positioned as a key release in Korean cinema, as audiences eagerly await Lee Min Ho's performance and the film's take on a pivotal moment in the country's past.