Actress Seo Ye Ji is set to return to the small screen as the lead in the new drama 'Forest of Humans.'

According to a report by SPOTV News on May 8, Seo Ye Ji is currently in talks to star in Forest of Humans, a new drama based on a popular horror webtoon. Despite being rated for mature audiences during its serialization, the webtoon received high ratings and built a devoted fan base.

This would mark Seo Ye Ji’s first project in nearly three years since 'Eve' in 2022. After signing an exclusive contract with Sublime in June of last year, she has gradually resumed her activities, including a recent appearance on 'SNL Korea.'

With Seo Ye Ji making her long-awaited return to acting, attention is focused on what kind of allure she will bring to this new role. Meanwhile, 'Forest of Humans' is currently in discussions for distribution via an OTT platform.

As much as this is Seo Ye Ji's return to the drama scene in three years, Korean netizens have taken much interest in the news. Netizens gathered in various online communities to share their thoughts, with many talking about the actress's return.

They commented: 

"Fighting."

"I can't forget the gaslighting yet..."

"She's a good actress."

"When I see her, all I'm reminded of is gaslighting and school violence."

"She suits the drama 'Forest of Humans.'"

"She's been active, so wouldn't really be a return."

"I think she should've made a return earlier."

"It's not like she committed a serious crime. She should've returned earlier."

"People who've done worse than her made their return already."

"Even criminals resume activities, so there's no reason she can't."

"This seems like a fun drama."

"People who don't like her should just not watch her work."

"I think she made her return already, it just wasn't successful."

"I'm looking forward to it."

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