WOODZ, a K-Pop singer and actor, and Jung Hoe Ryn, an actress, are getting a lot of attention online for their roles in the upcoming mystery short film "Slide Strum Mute." People are also talking about how much they look alike, which has gone viral.
On February 20, 2026 (KST), the movie held a press screening with both leads present to talk about their roles. Jung Hoe Ryn portrays "Si Eun," the older sister of "Woo Jin," played by WOODZ.
"Woo Jin" is an aspiring musician who finds a cursed guitar that sends him racing through time. Topstarnews said that their chemistry on screen is one of the main reasons people want to see the movie.
People on the internet first noticed how similar they looked, where a post comparing pictures of the two side by side quickly went viral. The post pointed out their softly curved eyes, high nose bridges, full lips, and delicate jawlines, per Theqoo.
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— ⭑ (@myrockstar85) February 20, 2026
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A user on social media said, "They look even more alike than real siblings LOL. Their vibe and visual style is identical." Another remarked, "Wow, they really look like brother and sister," while one fan jokingly asked, "Are they related? They seriously look exactly alike."
Further observations pointed out that their resemblance becomes more striking depending on hairstyle and makeup.
"It's even crazier that they're not actually siblings. I'd believe it if you told me they were twins," one person wrote on Theqoo, pointing out the surprising similarity that has gotten a lot of attention on social media.
WOODZ plays Woo Jin, and Justin Min plays Nam Gi, the owner of the cursed guitar who is hard to figure out. Jung Hoe Ryn portrays Si Eun, the older sibling of Woo Jin, revealing aspects of the relationship between siblings. These varying relationships provide emotional and paranormal aspects of the storyline.
According to Top Star News, the film blends elements of suspense, fantasy, and music, and the visual chemistry between the leads enhances the narrative tension.
Fans continue to express excitement online, with comments ranging from playful speculation about familial ties to praise for their on-screen presence. Koreaboo said that this viral look-alike moment has already built excitement for the movie's release, making it popular in ways that go beyond normal advertising.
Originally published on Kdrama Stars
