LG Uplus STUDIO X+U's new mid-form drama 'The Hunter with the Scalpel' showcases the extreme contrasting charms of Park Juhyun and Park Yongwoo as father and daughter, sparking curiosity about the chilling truths they are hiding and their complex inner lives.
'The Hunter with the Scalpel' (written by Jo Hanyoung, Park Hyunshin, Hong Yeon, Jin Sehyuk and directed by Lee Jeonghoon) is a crime thriller where the forensic expert Sehyun, who discovers his father's familiar killing method on the autopsy table, sets out to find him before the police officer Jeonghyeon, determined not to become prey.
In the drama, Seohyun (Park Juhyun) and Yongjo (Park Yongwoo) are a father and daughter duo who each hide shocking secrets behind the masks of a socially recognized genius forensic expert and a dandy laundry owner, heightening viewers' anticipation about their true identities.
Park Juhyun, playing the genius forensic expert Seohyun, reveals a stark contrast even in stills. As a veteran forensic expert who has solved numerous cases with exceptional skills, she radiates bright and confident energy during her appearance on a news interview segment. The professionalism reflected in her intelligent demeanor and confident attitude enhances the sense of reliability. However, in another still, Seohyun presents a completely different atmosphere, shocking viewers with a peculiar smile while blood stains cover her face. The cold, dry gaze creates a chilling ambiance that raises doubts about whether this is the same character as the sharp-minded forensic expert Seohyun. What secrets does she hide raised by being raised by a serial killer father? This stimulates curiosity about Seohyun's true face.
Park Yongwoo, playing the psychopath serial killer Yongjo and Seohyun's father, overwhelms viewers with the powerful contrast of a warm and friendly image mingling with madness. His dandy appearance and charming smile portray him as an ordinary and caring local laundry owner, making it impossible to even guess the truth hidden behind that kind demeanor. However, other stills reveal his brutal reality, providing a shock. Although he wears a beige cardigan that looks neat and tidy, his cold expression devoid of a smile and his inscrutable icy gaze starkly contrast with the gentle disposition he shows to his neighbors. Even a single still hints at the ruthless side of a serial killer, delivering an unsettling sense of tension.
In this way, the two characters in 'The Hunter with the Scalpel' dramatically contrast rational appearances under bright lighting with instinctual traits in darkness, signaling unpredictable developments. What are the true faces of this father and daughter duo hiding the truth? How does their duality affect each other and drive the story forward? These questions significantly heighten anticipation.
Meanwhile, 'The Hunter with the Scalpel' is expected to be released on June 16 on U+tv, U+Mobiletv, and the global online video service (OTT) Disney+.
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