Told through the eyes of 16-year-old Korean-Canadian Hannah Shin, Gangnam Project follows her journey into the world of K-pop, where every dance move, every note sung and every social media post is precisely choreographed, practiced and perfected - leading her to discover new things about herself with each new experience.

Keen to learn more about her heritage, Hannah embarks on a journey to Korea, where she takes on a tutoring role at the renowned K-pop academy OME However, her visit takes an unexpected turn when her infectious enthusiasm and undeniable musical talents catch the attention of OME's CEO. Before long, Hannah finds herself transitioning from tutor to trainee as she embarks on a transformative path fuelled by her unique potential.