Arden Cho is making waves in Hollywood following the record-breaking success of Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, where she voices the character Rumi. Now, the actress and singer is preparing to star in Perfect Girl, a K-Pop–themed horror-thriller alongside Adeline Rudolph and international K-Pop star Jeon Somi, marking Somi’s acting debut.
Described as “Scream meets Black Swan”, the film follows a new K-Pop supergroup preparing for its debut, only to find its members mysteriously under attack after the arrival of a talented newcomer. Cho is not only starring but also producing the movie alongside Thunder Road, the studio behind John Wick and Badlands.
Speaking about Somi’s casting, Cho expressed excitement: “She’s not just a phenomenal dancer and singer, but she brought a very fresh approach to the role as an actress. We’re thrilled to have her debut in this project.” The film will also feature six original tracks, blending music and cinema to heighten its unique premise.
Production for Perfect Girl begins October 27 in Asia under director Hong Won-ki (Goedam) from a script by Lynn Q. Yu. The film’s mystery will focus on uncovering the hidden villain, with Cho promising suspense and edge-of-your-seat storytelling.
The success of KPop Demon Hunters has given Cho confidence in the global appeal of Asian-led stories. The animated hit has amassed over three billion streams worldwide, proving that culturally specific narratives can achieve mainstream popularity. Cho highlighted that this success challenges the outdated notion that projects led by Asian-American talent are a risk.
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Despite her busy schedule, Cho also revealed her hopes for a sequel to KPop Demon Hunters. Rumors suggest possibilities ranging from a direct sequel to a live-action adaptation or even a stage musical. Cho personally hopes for an animated continuation, possibly exploring Rumi’s complex family backstory as part-human and part-demon.
Beyond her film work, Cho is also dedicated to mentoring younger Asian talent, describing this new stage in her career as one of giving back and providing opportunities for rising stars like Jeon Somi. Known for her roles in Teen Wolf and Chicago Med, Cho continues to expand her influence both on and off the screen.
With Perfect Girl combining the global popularity of K-Pop with the thrill of a mystery horror, and with rising star Jeon Somi stepping into acting, the project is set to generate major buzz when production kicks off.
