Learners (2026)

The Korean drama film Intern (2026), directed by Kim Do-young and written by Wang Huizhi and Kim Do-young, is a remake of the 2015 American comedy. Starring Choi Min-sik and Han So-hee, the movie explores the dynamic between a lonely, widowed man seeking purpose and a young, ambitious CEO navigating the pressures of running a successful fashion company.

Ki-ho (Choi Min-sik) lives a solitary life after losing his wife and having his daughter marry abroad. Seeking to fill the void in his daily routine, he applies for a position as a silver-haired intern at a high-end fashion firm. He is assigned to assist Sun-woo (Han So-hee), the charismatic but stressed chief executive officer who has built her brand into a billion-won enterprise in just three years. The film highlights the generational gap and communication challenges as Ki-ho integrates into the modern workplace.

• The film stars veteran actor Choi Min-sik, known for his roles in Oldboy and The Man from Nowhere, playing alongside rising star Han So-hee.
• It is an official Korean adaptation of the American film The Intern, updating the setting to the contemporary South Korean fashion industry.
• Principal photography took place in September 2025, with the film receiving a rating of 12 years old and under prohibited for viewing in South Korea.
• The narrative focuses on intergenerational mentorship, blending comedic elements with heartfelt drama regarding loneliness and professional ambition.