IU Confirmed to Star in Director Lee Byung-hun's New Film 'Dream'... Netizens Say "Looking Forward to It"

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[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Heo Midam] Singer IU (real name Lee Ji-eun) will appear in the new film "Dream" directed by director Lee Byeong-heon, who directed the movie "Extreme Job."

On the 3rd, IU's agency Kakao M told multiple media outlets, "IU will appear in the movie 'Dream.'

'Dream' is a film depicting the challenge of the Homeless World Cup by special national team players, including soccer player Hong Dae, who is facing the greatest crisis in his playing career, and players who have held a ball for the first time in their lives.

Previously, actor Park Seo-joon was cast as the male lead Hong Dae. IU plays the role of Lee So-min, a broadcasting PD who produces a documentary about the national soccer team coached by Hong Dae.

Netizens who heard the news showed various reactions such as "Looking forward to the movie and cheering for it," "I like both the male and female leads and the director," and "I'm already excited."

Meanwhile, IU began her acting career in 2011 through the drama "Dream High" and has developed her acting skills by appearing in works such as "Producer," "My Mister," and "Hotel Del Luna."

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