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As reported by IZE on December 13, Secret: Untold Melody, starring EXO's Doh Kyungsoo (D.O.), Won Jin-ah, and Shin Ye-eun, will premiere in theaters by the end of January 2025. The exact date for the movie is yet to be confirmed.
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Secret: Untold Melody is a remake of a Taiwanese film that revolves around a music student, Yoo-jun (played by Doh Kyungsoo). He finds inspiration from a mysterious woman, Jeong-ah (played by Won Jin-ah), to pursue music again.
The movie is a fantasy romance featuring some of the renowned faces in Korean cinema, including EXO's Doh Kyungsoo as the male lead along with Hellbound's actress Won Jin-ah as the female lead. The main cast also includes Shin Ye-eun from Jeonghyeon: The Star is Born. Additionally, Bae Sung-woo from Light Shop and Kang Kyung-hun would appear in the supporting roles.
EXO's Doh Kyungsoo to play a music student in Secret: Untold Melody
In Secret: Untold Melody, EXO's Doh Kyungsoo plays Yoo-hun, a promising pianist who is forced to abandon his music career due to a wrist injury. As he tries to settle into a life without music, he coincidentally meets a mysterious woman, Jeong-ah (Won Jin-ah). Her presence in his life and their growing connection inspire him to pursue his passion.
The romantic movie also has elements of fantasy, presented through Jeong-ah's secretive actions that may lead Yoo-jun to explore a hidden secret. Shin Ye-eun plays In-hee, who harbors feelings for Yoo-jun.
The movie is directed by Seo Yoo-min, known for projects like Recalled, April Snow, Happiness, and more. Secret: Untold Melody is produced by Hive Media Corp, which has produced multiple high-grossing movies like 12.12: The Day and Harbin, starring actor Hyun-bin.
A remake of the Taiwanese film: Secret
The original 2007 Taiwanese film was the directorial debut of one of the most successful and influential Taiwanese musicians, Jay Chou. He also starred as the male lead and co-wrote the film. In the movie, the secret refers to the enchanting and mysterious melody that the female lead plays.
The secret melody holds the key to time travel. Melody, when played at the right speed on the old piano (used by the female lead), can take the pianist into the past or future. The film bagged many awards and nominations, including Best Original Song and Best Visual Effects.
In 2024, EXO's Doh Kyungsoo won big at the Korea Grand Music Awards, taking home the titles of Best Artist and R&B Male. The singer-actor released his third EP, Blossom, under his newly established company, SooSoo. It also marked his first EP after departing from SM Entertainment. He also held an Asia tour in support of the EP.
Secret: Melody Untold is highly anticipated as it showcases a new side of actor Doh Kyung-soo. He has previously worked in My Annoying Brother, Room No. 7, Swing Kids, and more. In 2025, he will also lead in The Manipulated alongside Ji Chang-wook.
Secret: Untold Melody is expected to be screened in some Asian countries, including Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Taiwan, Thailand, and more.
