SEVENTEEN member Jun is set to showcase his acting talents on the big screen once again, starring alongside global icons Jackie Chan and Tony Leung Ka-fai in the highly anticipated Chinese crime thriller ‘The Shadow’s Edge.’
SEVENTEEN’s Jun Joins Jackie Chan and Tony Leung Ka-fai in Chinese Crime Thriller ‘The Shadow’s Edge’
On January 19, Pledis Entertainment confirmed that Jun has been cast as Hu Feng, a pivotal member of a notorious criminal organization. The film, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Larry Yang—best known for his 2015 drama ‘Mountain Cry,’ which closed the Busan International Film Festival—is set to release later this year.
‘The Shadow’s Edge’ delves into the intense battle between a dangerous crime syndicate and the police. Jackie Chan plays a seasoned detective determined to bring the organization to justice, while Tony Leung Ka-fai portrays the primary antagonist and adoptive father of Jun’s character, Hu Feng.
Jun’s involvement in the project marks another milestone in his impressive acting journey. He first gained recognition with his 2006 acting debut in ‘The Pye-Dog,’ a performance that won him the Best New Actor award from the Hong Kong Directors’ Guild and a nomination for Best New Performer at the 27th Hong Kong Film Awards. In 2023, Jun starred in the youth romance drama ‘Exclusive Fairy Tale,’ earning the Popularity Award at the Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards. He further demonstrated his versatility in the fantasy-comedy period drama ‘The Stars Are Shining.’
Fans are thrilled to see Jun tackle the role of Hu Feng, which promises to highlight his range and depth as an actor. Collaborating with legendary stars Jackie Chan and Tony Leung Ka-fai has also heightened expectations, as the film is poised to become a cinematic standout. ‘The Shadow’s Edge’ will undoubtedly offer Jun another opportunity to shine and captivate audiences worldwide.