Movie “Possessed”, starring Kang Dong-won as an exorcist, began filming in Sep 14th after confirming its cast lineup

The casting for the movie “Possessed” has finished.

On September 19th, movie distributor CJ ENM reported that the movie “Possessed” (working title), starring Kang Dong-won and Huh Joon-ho, had begun filming in earnest.

“Possessed” tells the story that takes place when the fake exorcist Dr. Cheon is justified in the case of a girl who was strongly possessed. This movie is based on the webtoon of the same name by Kim Hong-tae.

Kang Dong-won will appear as Dr. Cheon, who can’t hear or see ghosts, but solves cases with his insights like a ghost, while Huh Joon-ho plays Beom-cheon, who hunts the spirits of shamans.

Lee Dong-hwi was cast as Dr. Cheon’s partner Kang Do-ryeong. Kim Jong-soo will play boss Hwang, who has known Dr. Cheon for a long time. In addition, Esom was cast for the role of Yoo-kyung, who visits and asks Dr. Cheon to save her possessed brother.

This is the debut film of director Kim Sung-sik, who worked as an assistant director for movies, such as “Parasite” and “Decision to Leave”.

“Possessed” has begun its full-fledged filming on September 14th,

In this regard, Kang Dong-won said, “The first shooting ended pleasantly because everyone, including the director, boasted amazing harmony. It is an interesting film, so I hope we can have a lot of on the filming set”, expressing his feelings about the first shooting day.

Director Kim Sung-sik also shared, “Thanks to the staff and actors, I was able to finish the first shooting safely today. The movie filming has finally begun. I feel so overwhelmed and grateful.”

Based on Naver webtoon “Possessed”, the movie version, which is currently being filmed, is expected to show a combination of fresh materials, attractive characters, and trustworthy actors. 

Source: wikitree