K-drama fans, brace yourselves — the queen of intense roles, Seo Yea Ji, may be making a spine-chilling comeback to your screens! According to multiple reports on May 8, Seo Yea Ji is in talks to star in the upcoming horror K-drama Forest of Humans, a webtoon-based series set to deliver a gripping and terrifying narrative.

Her agency, Sublime, has confirmed the news, stating, “Seo Yea Ji received the offer to star in Forest of Humans. She is currently in the process of reviewing it.” If she takes the role, this would mark her dramatic return to K-dramas after a two-year hiatus.

For those who may have missed it, Seo Yea Ji took a step back from the industry in 2022 amid a highly publicized controversy. However, her recent activities — including a daring appearance on Saturday Night Live Korea Season 16 where she candidly addressed her past issues — have shown that the star is ready to reclaim the spotlight.

So, what is Forest of Humans all about? Adapted from the popular webtoon by Hwang Joon Ho, the story centers around the collapse of a secure facility designed to contain psychopathic murderers for experimental studies. When the facility breaks down, chaos erupts, unleashing these dangerous individuals upon the world. Given her history of delivering complex and dark roles, Seo Yea Ji seems like the perfect choice to bring this chilling tale to life.

Although her specific character in Forest of Humans has not yet been disclosed, fans are already speculating — will she play a survivor fighting for her life? A twisted mastermind behind the facility's collapse? Or perhaps a character hiding a dark secret of her own? Only time will tell.

Seo Yea Ji is best known for her unforgettable performances in It's Okay to Not Be Okay, Lawless Lawyer, Save Me, and Eve. Her fierce charisma, combined with her ability to dive deep into emotionally intense roles, has made her a fan-favorite.

If she officially joins Forest of Humans, it will undoubtedly become one of the most anticipated horror K-dramas of the year. The drama is currently in talks for an OTT platform release, so international fans may also have the chance to watch Seo Yea Ji's chilling return.