Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo are taking their crime noir to the global stage—'Project Y' is officially headed to TIFF 2025.

🎬 Crime, gold bars, and two fearless women

'Project Y', directed by Lee Hwan, has been invited to the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), joining the prestigious "Special Presentations" section. The film follows two women, stuck at rock bottom, who take on a daring heist involving black money and hidden gold.

It's a gritty, adrenaline-charged story of survival, led by the explosive chemistry between Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo. The duo portrays fierce characters who have nothing to lose—and everything to gain.

🌎 TIFF praises 'Project Y' as one of 2025's most exciting Korean films

Giovanna Fulvi, TIFF's senior programmer, shared her praise:

"The performances are magnetic, the action electrifying, and the emotional stakes real. 'Project Y' delivers both edge-of-your-seat tension and heartfelt resonance."

She added, "This bold story about a high-stakes plan is one of the most anticipated Korean films of the year."

🏆 TIFF's legacy with Korean cinema

TIFF is one of the "Big Four" global film festivals, and the largest in North America. Known for spotlighting films with both artistic and commercial impact, TIFF has consistently welcomed acclaimed Korean titles. Last year alone, films like Harbin, Veteran 2, and Love in the Big City were screened in Toronto.

The "Special Presentations" section is where major new works by globally renowned directors and actors are unveiled. Notable Korean entries in the past have included Mother, Parasite, Decision to Leave, and The Handmaiden.

📅 Save the date: TIFF runs September 4–14

'Project Y' joins a powerful lineup at this year's Toronto International Film Festival, which takes place from September 4 to 14 across the city of Toronto.