Shim Eun Kyung and WOODZ Turn Down Roles in Film Damako

Actress Shim Eun Kyung and singer WOODZ will not be starring in the upcoming Korean Japanese film Damako. Recent reports suggested the two stars were considering roles in the project, which quickly sparked heavy discussion online due to its sensitive historical subject matter.

On September 28, representatives for both artists confirmed that they have officially declined the casting offers. Shim Eun Kyung received an offer to join the project but decided to pass, while WOODZ also turned down the opportunity to appear.

Fans have been closely following updates about the film since the initial casting news broke. With both leading names stepping away, production will now need to look in a different direction for the upcoming project.