Kim Do Yeon of K-pop girl groups Weki Meki and IOI is set to make her big screen debut! 

She will headline the film 18 Youth alongside Jeon So Min. 

26 Company made the announcement on Thursday, August 10 by sharing photos from the project’s script reading. 

 

Additionally, the production company revealed that shooting for the film already started at a school in Cheongju on August 5. 

According to Korean media, So Min will portray high school teacher Hee Joo while Do Yeon will act as Soon Jung. 

What we know so far about the film 

Based on the novel of the same name, 18 Youth will follow a popular high school teacher who is well-loved by her students for her unique educational approach. However, said approach is hated by her fellow educators. 

Aside from her co-teachers, high school student Soon Jung is also annoyed by her teacher Hee Joo. 

As for her role, So Min said: “I’ll do my best to portray the quirky yet charmingly friendly teacher.” Although known for her stints in variety shows Running Man and Sixth Sense, So Min also starred in series Cross and Top Star: U Back. 

Meanwhile, Do Yeon shared that she’s “nervous and excited” since 18 Youth is her first movie. Do Yeon has previously appeared in series Short, Jirisan, and One the Woman. 

 

Moreover, Exy of K-pop group WJSN is also confirmed to be part of the cast. However, details about her character have yet to be revealed. Exy’s previous acting projects include Idol: The Coup and Urban Myths. 

18 Youth is slated for a 2024 release. 

Featured image: Weki Meki’s Kim Do Yeon will headline the film ’18 Youth.’ Credit: Twitter/FANTAGIO