Choi Min Sik and Han So Hee are teaming up for the Korean remake of The Intern, announced by the Korean Film Council on July 31, 2025 (KST).
Choi Min Sik will take on the role of “Ben,” originally played by Robert De Niro. Han So Hee will star as “Jules,” the Anne Hathaway character.
The 2015 Hollywood film is known for its touching take on intergenerational friendship. The Korean version aims to reflect local emotions and culture. Production preparations start in September under Anthology Studio.
The casting has sparked mixed reactions online. Some fans are surprised by the pairing, while others doubt either lead fits their roles.
“Han So Hee’s usual image aside, I think the bigger issue is her acting.”
“Jules is a working mom, right? Shouldn’t it be someone a bit older and sharper than Han So Hee? There are plenty of actresses who fit the image better, like Park Shin Hye, Kang So Ra, Moon Chae Won, Han Hyo Joo, etc…”
“I think Choi Min Sik fits well, but Han So Hee doesn’t.”
“If she’s playing the CEO of an online store, that might work. But her acting skills are lacking, so meh.”
“Han So Hee is way too young.”
“Neither of them is right for their roles.”
“Not a fan of Han So Hee…”
“They both don’t seem like office workers… They have such strong personalities it feels like they’d start filming an action scene on the way to work.”
“Jules is a fashion company CEO, right? I feel like Han So Hee actually fits that LOL. The role needs someone who’s overworked and a little on edge, and that kind of suits her.”
“I seriously love the casting.”
The remake’s fresh take and star power have fans divided. Full-scale work begins this fall. Will you be watching?
