Rising heartthrob Lee Jong Won might be heading back to the big screen — and this time, he’s bringing the chills!

According to a new report from Max Movie, Lee Jong Won is currently in talks to star opposite Kim Hye Yoon in the upcoming horror-thriller film A Place to Kill. While his agency has yet to confirm the news, fans are already buzzing about the potential on-screen chemistry between the two breakout stars.

Kim Hye Yoon’s agency has confirmed that she’s reviewing the offer, raising anticipation for what could be a must-watch horror flick with a killer cast.

A Place to Kill is based on eerie real-life events tied to the Salmokji Reservoir — a site shrouded in haunting mysteries. With its true-crime inspiration and psychological suspense, the film promises a gripping blend of fear and fascination. Produced by The Lamp (of Samjin Company English Class fame) and distributed by Showbox, the project is already packing major cinematic pedigree.

If confirmed, this would mark Lee Jong Won’s return to the silver screen after five years — his last film appearance being in Family Affair back in 2019. It also follows a whirlwind year in K-dramas, with the actor lighting up screens in Knight Flower, Bad-Memory Eraser, and Brewing Love — proving he's on a serious roll.

With his versatile acting chops and charm, Lee Jong Won has quickly climbed the K-drama ranks since his debut in 2018, gaining recognition through standout roles in The Golden Spoon, Hospital Playlist 2, and more. His potential pairing with Kim Hye Yoon — fresh off her own wave of success — is already stirring excitement among fans of both stars.

Filming for A Place to Kill is expected to kick off in 2025, with a release date yet to be announced. If this casting goes through, one thing’s for sure — this duo might just slay the thriller genre in more ways than one.