So Ji-sub returns to action with Netflix's 'Gwangjang' after 13-year hiatus
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Published 2025.05.13. 08:22 | Updated 2025.05.13. 08:22
The Netflix series has released stills of 'Gi-jun' (So Ji-sub).
'Gi-jun', who had cut off his Achilles' heel and left the world of Gwangjang, returns after 11 years due to the death of his younger brother 'Gi-seok', the organization's second-in-command, to dig into the backstory for revenge in the noir action , which has unveiled 8 stills of 'Gi-jun', capturing attention.
First, 'Gi-jun', sitting alone at a campsite wearing a pulled-down hat, and 'Gi-jun', fiercely fighting with someone, represent two completely contrasting images that arouse curiosity about why 'Gi-jun', who was living an ordinary life after leaving the organization, has returned to the world of and the hidden stories of his past. The subsequent stills show 'Gi-jun' mercilessly choking an opponent, facing off with a bloodied face without backing down, and holding his signature weapon, a baseball bat, while leaving fallen enemies behind, illustrating his cold and lonely journey of revenge. Who could be the target of his desperate revenge, and what hardships await him in the process? Anticipation is building for the unpredictable story of that 'Gi-jun' will lead.
is generating buzz as an action comeback piece from So Ji-sub, who has portrayed memorable characters in every work he has appeared in, such as the dramas [The Sun of My Master], [Ghost], and [I'm Sorry, I Love You], in about 13 years since the film . Excitement is rising for what narrative and action he will showcase in , as he emits an irreplaceable presence in any work. As seen in the released stills, So Ji-sub is expected to depict the emotional line of 'Gi-jun', who moves forward purely for revenge without any regrets or compromises, with his own heavy charisma.
, which heightens anticipation with So Ji-sub's performance expressing 'Gi-jun's narrative and action returning to the world of Gwangjang with a vow of revenge, will be released exclusively on Netflix on Friday, June 6, at 4 p.m.
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