Actor Koo Kyo-hwan and filmmaker Lee Ok-seop are set to make a rare public appearance together, giving fans a chance to see the longtime couple share the stage after 13 years of dating. The pair will participate in a special Guest Visit (GV) event for the film Colony on June 19 at Lotte Cinema World Tower.

According to distributor Showbox, the event will also feature acclaimed filmmaker Yeon Sang-ho. The highly anticipated gathering has already attracted attention from movie fans and industry observers alike, as it brings together three of Korea’s most distinctive creative voices. Showbox expressed excitement about the lineup, describing it as a long-awaited meeting between Lee Ok-seop, Koo Kyo-hwan, and Yeon Sang-ho.

The film Colony has been enjoying strong momentum at the Korean box office. The thriller follows a group of survivors trapped inside a quarantined building during a mysterious outbreak. As the infection spreads, those affected begin evolving into increasingly bizarre forms, forcing survivors into a desperate struggle for survival. The film recently maintained the top position at the Korean weekend box office, drawing more than 300,000 moviegoers over a three-day period.

One reason the upcoming event has generated such strong interest is the enduring relationship between Koo Kyo-hwan and Lee Ok-seop. The couple has been publicly dating for 13 years and is widely regarded as one of the Korean entertainment industry’s most admired long-term couples. Unlike many celebrity relationships that remain largely private, Koo Kyo-hwan and Lee Ok-seop have occasionally collaborated professionally, allowing fans to witness both their personal and artistic connection.

Koo Kyo-hwan and Lee Ok-seop first crossed paths while studying at the Department of Film at Seoul Institute of the Arts. While Koo Kyo-hwan pursued acting, eventually becoming one of Korea’s most respected character actors, Lee Ok-seop developed a reputation for her unique storytelling style and visually distinctive filmmaking.

One of their most notable collaborations came through Maggie, which earned critical acclaim and multiple awards, including recognition at the Busan International Film Festival. Their ability to support each other’s creative endeavors has often been cited as one of the strengths behind their long-lasting relationship.

Because Koo Kyo-hwan and Lee Ok-seop rarely appear together at public events, news of the upcoming GV has sparked excitement among fans. The event will offer audiences an opportunity to hear directly from both the actor and director about filmmaking, collaboration, and their experiences working within the Korean film industry.

With Colony continuing to perform strongly at the box office, the special appearance is expected to be one of the most talked-about film events of the week.

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