Delusion starring Bae Suzy & Kim Seon-ho reported to start filming in February, with expected release in 2026

Delusion starring Bae Suzy & Kim Seon-ho reported to start filming in February (Images Via Instagram/@skuuukzy, @seonho_kim)
Delusion starring Bae Suzy & Kim Seon-ho reported to start filming in February (Images via Instagram/@skuuukzy, @seonho_kim)

Delusion, one of the highly anticipated dramas starring Kim Seon-ho and Bae Suzy, is reported to begin filming in February 2025. The mystery sageuk drama tells the story of a painter, Yun I-ho (Kim Seon-ho), and a mysterious lady, Song Jeong-hwa.

Per What's On Netflix's report released on January 15, 2025, the drama helmed by director Han Jae-rim is reportedly scheduled to start shooting in late February. Following Bae Suzy's filming of the upcoming movie ‘Seven O’clock Breakfast Meeting for the Broken Heart,’ she is expected to join the cast and crew of Delusion in late February 2025.

The thriller drama is reportedly set to start filming in full swing between March and May 2025, with an expected release in 2026 on the OTT platform Netflix. Notably, Netflix or the production team of Delusion has not commented on the same.


More about Bae Suzy and Kim Seon-ho’s roles in the upcoming period drama Delusion

Delusion is an upcoming drama series based on the Webtoon of the same name which is set in two different eras— 1935 Gyeongseong and the 1800s in Shanghai. Actor Kim Seon-ho, widely known for his roles in dramas like Hometown ChaChaCha, Start-Up, Good Manager, Welcome to Waikiki 2, and more, will reportedly play the role of Yun I-ho.

Yun I-ho is commissioned to paint an enchanting portrait of a mysterious lady Song Jeong-hwa. As he illustrates the painting, he finds himself in a position where he is already enchanted by the woman, who carries a secret she can not reveal.

Meanwhile, the former Miss A vocalist turned actress Bae Suzy who has showcased her acting in dramas like Anna, While You Were Sleeping, and more, will depict the role of Song Jeong-hwa.

On July 30, 2024, SOOP Entertainment, Bae Suzy's agency issued an official statement, that the actress had received an offer in the drama helmed by director Han Jae-rim.

"It is true that Suzy received an offer for ‘Delusion’ and is reviewing it."

On the other hand, Kim Seon-ho's agency Salt Entertainment on August 14, 2024, also confirmed receiving an offer through an official statement.

"It is true that Kim Seon-ho received the offer for 'Delusion’ and he is positively reviewing it."

As per K-drama Handle on X, reported on January 13, 2026, the Korean drama series is scheduled for a 2026 release creating anticipation among common fans of the actors. Before the Start-Up co-stars, the roles were reportedly offered to Ryu Jun-yeol and Han So-hee. However, following the news of their public break-up, the two withdrew from the drama.


Bae Suzy and Kim Seon-ho in Start-Up

Bae Suzy and Kim Seon-ho have been all over social media for the past few months as fans eagerly await their drama Delusion. Notably, this is not the first time they are appearing in a Korean series together, they took the internet by storm with their on-screen chemistry in Start-Up (2020).

Bae Suzy played the role of Seo Dal-mi, an aspiring CEO, who participated in a competition to establish her company. Kim Seon-ho depicted the character of Han Ji-pyeong, Seo Dal-mi's childhood friend who she had never met in person and drifted apart as they grew up. Han Ji-pyeong was a mentor at the competition Seo Dal-mi participated in. Viewers and fans may catch up with Start-Up on Netflix.

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