Actor Hwang Jung-min is attending the 79th Cannes International Film Festival for his role in the film 'HOPE', directed by Na Hong-jin. Reunited with the director 10 years after 'The Wailing', Hwang portrays the character Beom-seok, a station chief in a village facing mysterious events. During interviews on May 18, 2026, in Cannes, Hwang expressed his deep trust in Director Na's vision, noting that he agreed to the project immediately due to their past collaboration. He also praised his co-star Jung Ho-yeon, describing her as a fearless actress. Regarding the film's competition status at Cannes, Hwang candidly admitted his hopes for an award, specifically wishing for Director Na to win the Best Director prize. - Hwang Jung-min reunited with Director Na Hong-jin for the SF-creature film 'HOPE', which is an official competition entry at the 79th Cannes International Film Festival. - Hwang emphasized his strong professional trust in the director and expressed a sincere desire for the film to receive recognition, particularly focusing on a potential Best Director award at the festival. | Actor Hwang Jung-min is attending the 79th Cannes International Film Festival for his role in the film 'HOPE', directed by Na Hong-jin. Reunited with the director 10 years after 'The Wailing', Hwang portrays the character Beom-seok, a station chief in a village facing mysterious events. During interviews on May 18, 2026, in Cannes, Hwang expressed his deep trust in Director Na's vision, noting that he agreed to the project immediately due to their past collaboration. He also praised his co-star Jung Ho-yeon, describing her as a fearless actress. Regarding the film's competition status at Cannes, Hwang candidly admitted his hopes for an award, specifically wishing for Director Na to win the Best Director prize. - Hwang Jung-min reunited with Director Na Hong-jin for the SF-creature film 'HOPE', which is an official competition entry at the 79th Cannes International Film Festival. - Hwang emphasized his strong professional trust in the director and expressed a sincere desire for the film to receive recognition, particularly focusing on a potential Best Director award at the festival.