Exciting news for movie lovers! The upcoming romantic drama film “7 a.m. Breakfast Meeting for the Heartbroken” (literal translation) has officially wrapped up filming.
Based on the 2012 novel by Baek Young Ok, the film delves into the emotional and sometimes painful experiences of love and heartbreak, exploring how individuals cope with separation and loss.
The story follows two central characters—Sa Gang, played by Suzy, and Ji Hoon, portrayed by Lee Jin Uk—who attend a breakfast meeting for people dealing with heartbreak.
At this gathering, they exchange “mementos of heartbreak” and share their personal stories, allowing the audience to dive deep into the struggles and emotional journeys associated with lost love.
Filming for “7 a.m. Breakfast Meeting for the Heartbroken” began at the end of December 2024, and the main cast, including Suzy, Lee Jin Uk, Yoo Ji Tae, and Geum Sae Rok, completed filming after three months of hard work.
The movie was shot against a winter backdrop, which beautifully complements the story’s emotional themes of parting and healing, and now anticipation is growing to see how the talented actors brought these poignant moments to life on screen.
Suzy, who plays Sa Gang, shared her thoughts on the project, expressing how happy she was working with such a dedicated team of actors and a skilled director.
She also reflected on how much she enjoyed reading the original novel, noting that it felt surreal to witness the transformation of the story into a film.
Suzy hopes the audience will find the same comfort and emotional connection through the movie that she experienced while portraying her character.
Lee Jin Uk, who portrays Ji Hoon, a professional consultant instructor dealing with his own romantic challenges, expressed his joy in wrapping up filming but also acknowledged the bittersweet nature of ending the project.
He spoke about portraying the complexities of long-term relationships and the pain of separation, hoping that viewers would resonate with the various emotional layers of his character and find warmth and empathy in the film.
Director Im Sun Ae also commented on the conclusion of filming, thanking the staff and cast for their hard work and dedication.
She mentioned that the team would continue working diligently during the post-production phase to ensure the film meets high standards and delivers a memorable experience for audiences eagerly awaiting its release.
The film is set to be released in the second half of 2025, in time for the winter season, making it the perfect movie for those looking to explore the emotional depths of love and heartbreak.
Fans of Suzy and Lee Jin Uk can look forward to a heartfelt and moving cinematic experience.
While waiting for the release, viewers can revisit Suzy’s performance in “While You Were Sleeping” and Lee Jin Uk’s work in “Dear Hyeri”, both available for streaming on Viki.
Stay tuned for more updates as “7 a.m. Breakfast Meeting for the Heartbroken” prepares for its highly anticipated debut later this year.
