Han So Hee and Jeon Jong Seo are slated to headline an upcoming noir K-drama, "Project Y."

Following the buzz when the "My Name" star tagged Jeon Jong Seo in one of her Instagram posts, drama officials have now confirmed the team-up.

Han So Hee, Jeon Jong Seo Star in New K-Drama 'Project Y'

As mentioned by a media outlet, Han So Hee and Jeon Jong Seo's new drama is set in Seoul's Gangnam district and depicts the story of two friends whose mission is to steal gold bars worth 8 billion won or 5.8 million USD.

Following the confirmation regarding the lead stars, "Project Y" will be helmed by Lee Hwan, the genius who directed "Park Hwa Young" and "Young Adult Matters."

Slated to begin filming in the second half of 2024, the cast lineup raised anticipation of womance them by showcasing Han So Hee and Jeon Jong Seo's on-screen chemistry.

As mentioned, Han So Hee previously hinted at the upcoming project on her Instagram by tagging Jeon Jong Seo in one of her photos.

However, she didn't include any captions, leaving fans clueless about their social media interactions.

'Girl Crush!' Fans Thrilled for New K-drama Starring Han So Hee & Jeon Jong Seo

Following the announcement regarding the upcoming noir K-drama "Project Y," netizens and fans flocked to social media platforms, expressing their excitement.

In one Reddit post, users expressed their anticiaption to seeing both of their K-drama girl crushes in one frame.

Others were also hopeful that the upcoming series would not fall apart like what happened to Han So Hee and Song Hye Kyo's supposed K-drama, "The Price of Confession."

Han So Hee, Jeon Jong Seo Dramas to Watch Before 'Project Y'

While the noir K-drama "Project Y" will be their first team-up, Jeon Jong Seo and Han So Hee have made a name for themselves in K-drama and movies.

Han So Hee skyrocketed to fame after joining the cast of "The World of the Married."

It was then followed by his team-up with Song Kang for the webtoon-based K-drama "Nevertheless."

At the height of the K-drama, viewers are shipping the duo because of their undeniable on-screen chemistry.

Han So Hee also starred in the action-packed Netflix series "My Name," where she showcased her versatility as Yoon Ji Woo.

Viewers can also watch the 29-year-old beauty in "Soundtrack #1" with Park Hyung Sik, and "Gyeongseong Creature" with Park Seo Jeon.

As for Jeon Jong Seo, she started out in movies by headlining the 2018 film "Burning" with Yoo Ah In.

She scored various Best Actress Awards for her portrayal in "The Call."

Interestingly, she managed to reach global fame by playing Tokyo in the "Money Heist" adaptation.

As for her last K-drama project, she starred in her first rom-com, "Wedding Impossible," with Moon Sang Min and Kim Do Wan.

For more K-Drama, K-Movie, and celebrity news, keep your tabs open here at KDramaStars.

KDramaStars owns this article
Written by Geca Flores