A remote island, a decades-old mystery, and four powerhouse actors — Modup just assembled a cast that’s turning heads across Korean cinema. Showbox confirmed the lineup on September 1, with filming set to begin this September on what’s shaping up to be one of the most anticipated occult mysteries in recent memory.
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Modup: Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film Title | Modup (literal title) |
| Genre | Occult Mystery |
| Setting | 1960s, remote abandoned island |
| Lead Cast | Yoo Hae Jin, Yim Si Wan, Kim So Hyun, Lee Moo Saeng |
| Director | Park Jong Hyun (directorial debut) |
| Also Involved | Kang Yoon Sung (Big Bet, Low Life) |
| Filming Start | September 2026 |
| Studio/Distributor | Showbox |
What’s the Story About?
Set on a long-abandoned island in the 1960s, “Modup” follows a group of characters whose lives become entangled like an unsolvable knot. The mystery unfolds as an outsider’s arrival on the isolated island sets off a chain of unpredictable, unsettling events for the people who call it home.
Meet the Cast
Yoo Hae Jin plays Lee Do, the village chief of a small fishing community who protects and watches over the isolated island. Sharing his excitement, Yoo Hae Jin noted that filming begins in September as the weather starts to cool, and expressed hope for a safe and successful shoot.
Yim Si Wan takes on the role of Sang Gun, Lee Do’s determined son who charges ahead once he sets his mind to something. At the request of Seon Ok, he travels to the remote island despite his father’s strong opposition.
Kim So Hyun stars as Seon Ok, marking her return to the big screen for the first time in roughly a decade. Her character travels to the island searching for a cure to an illness with no clear cause, and her arrival ends up pulling Lee Do and Sang Gun into the unfolding mystery.
Lee Moo Saeng rounds out the main cast as Gu Taek, Seon Ok’s father, who journeys to the island as a last resort to save his ailing daughter.
Behind the Camera
“Modup” marks the directorial debut of Park Jong Hyun, who has built experience working in the directing department on acclaimed films like “A Normal Family” and “Broker.” Director Kang Yoon Sung, known for “Big Bet” and “Low Life,” will also be involved in the production. Park expressed excitement about starting his directorial career with such a strong cast and crew, hoping for a smooth and safe filming process.
Where to Watch the Cast Now
While fans wait for “Modup” to begin filming, they can catch Yim Si Wan in “Summer Strike” and Kim So Hyun in “My Lovely Liar,” both available on Viki.
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FAQs
1. When does filming begin for Modup?
Filming for “Modup” is set to begin in September 2026.
2. Who stars in Modup?
The film stars Yoo Hae Jin, Yim Si Wan, Kim So Hyun, and Lee Moo Saeng, with Kim So Hyun making her big-screen return after nearly 10 years.
