Jung Si-hyunbecame famous thanks to Mnet’s Produce 101 Season 2 in 2017, he made his first appearance at a queer film event, marking a significant step in his LGBTQ+ acting career.
The actor will be present on the 15th Seoul Pride International Film Festival (SIPFF 2025), which started on November 6 and continued until November 12 at CGV Piccadilly 1958 in Jongno, Seoul.
Jung Si-hyun protagonists of the queer romance film “Tell me you love me“, produced by Rainbow Factory Bears Media. Directed by Kim Jo-kwang-soo, the film tells the story of two young people, Kyung-il and Kyung-ho, who meet through a transaction with a second-hand camera. Jung plays the charming protagonist Kyung-il, exploring the nuances of destiny and romance in the LGBTQ+ context.
The film was selected as a recommended film in the “Korea Pride” section by programmer Kim Seung-hwan and attracted attention for its touching narrative. During the party, Jung Si-hyun will participate in stage greetings on November 8 and a Q&A session on November 10, giving fans the chance to interact with him directly.
THE Seoul Pride International Film Festival celebrates LGBTQ+ pride and promotes visibility through film. This year the festival also hosts the annual meeting of Alliance of Film Festivals Asia-Pacific Pridefurther highlighting its role as a key cultural event in the region.
Jung Si-hyun he has steadily built his career through web dramas, independent films and musical projects. His appearance at SIPFF 2025 represents not only his queer film debut, but also a significant milestone in his expanding career across multiple entertainment genres.
Sources: TenAsia
