Pop star BoA has been cast as the heroine of a Hollywood movie, her agency SM Entertainment announced Tuesday.
The dance drama set in New York will be directed by Duane Adler, who is known for popular movies featuring dance, “Step Up” and “Save the Last Dance.” He has also penned the script for the new project, which, according to a statement released by SM Entertainment, was written with BoA in mind as the lead star.
In addition, the film project will be overseen by Robert Cort, the producer of hit films such as “Jumanji” and “Runaway Bride.” Cort and Adler have previously worked together on “Save the Last Dance.” BoA, who has garnered popularity in Asian countries for her dance numbers, is expected to not only showcase powerful moves but also deliver a romantic performance opposite a male co-star in her big screen debut.
The rest of the casting and other aspects of preproduction are currently under progress and shooting is expected to begin early next year in the United States.
Meanwhile, the 23-year-old will return to the Korean pop scene after a five-year hiatus.
She will begin promoting her sixth album, “Hurricane Venus,” which hits stores on Thursday.