Not every haunting comes from the supernatural. Sometimes the most terrifying thing in a story is the past you can’t escape — and the people you let in who may not be who they seem. The upcoming Korean-Japanese psychological horror film Shaving has just released its first stills, and the atmosphere is already suffocating in the best possible way.
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ITZY’s Ryujin Film at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film | Shaving (literal title) |
| Production | Star Platinum Co., Ltd. |
| Lead Cast | Roh Jeong Eui, Kasamatsu Sho, ITZY’s Ryujin, Byun Yo Han |
| Genre | Psychological Horror / Thriller |
| Setting | Secluded countryside mansion |
| Filming | Completed March 2026 |
| Release | Second half of 2026 (theatrical) |
What Shaving Is About?
The film centres on Soo Yeon (Roh Jeong Eui), a novelist who has retreated to an isolated countryside mansion in an attempt to rebuild her life after deeply scarring experiences. Over a holiday, she is joined by her seemingly devoted boyfriend Shinji (Kasamatsu Sho) — and from there, the story begins to methodically dismantle the fine, fragile line between trauma, fear, and love.
The first stills — featuring intimate moments between Soo Yeon and Shinji alongside tension-heavy solo shots — already project an unmistakable sense of psychological dread wrapped in quiet, unsettling intimacy. The isolated setting isn’t just a backdrop; it’s a character of its own, one that amplifies every fear and leaves nowhere to run.
The Cast That’s Generating the Most Buzz
Roh Jeong Eui leads a film that demands real emotional depth and vulnerability — a challenge she has already shown she can handle. The Korea-Japan crossover casting of Kasamatsu Sho adds an interesting international dimension to the project. Byun Yo Han’s presence further elevates the film’s dramatic credentials.
But perhaps the biggest talking point is ITZY’s Ryujin, who makes her acting debut in Shaving as Soo Yeon’s friend Mi Na. The transition from K-pop idol to film actress is always closely watched — and choosing a psychological horror thriller as a debut vehicle suggests real creative ambition from Ryujin.
Why This Film Has Our Full Attention?
An isolated mansion. A woman still bleeding from invisible wounds. A boyfriend whose care might be hiding something else entirely. And ITZY’s biggest risk-taker stepping onto the big screen for the first time. Shaving has every ingredient of a film that will linger under your skin long after the credits roll.
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FAQs
Q: Who stars in Shaving and when does it release?
The film stars Roh Jeong Eui, Kasamatsu Sho, ITZY’s Ryujin, and Byun Yo Han, with a theatrical release planned for the second half of 2026.
Q: Is Shaving ITZY Ryujin’s acting debut?
Yes — Ryujin makes her first-ever acting appearance in Shaving, playing Mi Na, the close friend of the lead character Soo Yeon.
