Bad news for fans eagerly waiting on Korea’s most beloved action-crime franchise. Veteran 3 — starring Hwang Jung Min, Lee Junho, and Chun Woo Hee — has officially postponed the start of filming, and the reason hits close to home for the entire production team.
On March 11, 2026, the production team confirmed that filming has been delayed due to director Ryoo Seung Wan’s health issues. They further stated that the new schedule will be reworked after carefully considering the availability of the film’s star-studded cast. No revised date has been announced yet, leaving fans in suspense — but hopeful.
Veteran 3 — Key Facts at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film Title | Veteran 3 (working title) |
| Director | Ryoo Seung Wan |
| Filming Status | Postponed DELAYED |
| Reason for Delay | Director’s health issues |
| Confirmed Cast | Hwang Jung Min, Lee Junho, Chun Woo Hee |
| New Schedule | To be rescheduled (TBA) |
| Distributor | TBA |
🎬 The Veteran Franchise: A Blockbuster Legacy
The action-crime genre rarely gets as electric as the Veteran series. Built around the relentless Detective Seo Do Chul (Hwang Jung Min), this franchise has consistently shattered Korean box office records. Here’s how the series stacks up:
| Film | Year | Admissions |
|---|---|---|
| Veteran | 2015 | 13.41 million 🏆 |
| I, the Executioner (Veteran 2) | 2024 | 7.52 million |
| Veteran 3 | TBA | Filming postponed |
💡 Did you know? The original Veteran (2015) is one of the highest-grossing Korean films of all time, pulling in over 13 million viewers — a record that still stands a decade later.
🌟 Who’s In the Cast?
Veteran 3 reunites franchise anchor Hwang Jung Min with two exciting newcomers to the series — Lee Junho (of 2PM fame and acclaimed for his dramatic roles) and Chun Woo Hee, one of Korea’s most versatile actresses. It’s a lineup that had fans buzzing with excitement long before this delay. Stay updated with all the latest Korean film casting and release news at TechnoSports Entertainment and our Korean Movies hub.
