Actor Kim Ji-hoon has showcased a strong presence in his Hollywood debut through "Butterfly."
Kim Ji-hoon delivered a perfect finale as the cold-blooded and sexy killer "Gun" in episodes 5 and the final episode of the Amazon Prime Video series "Butterfly," which aired on tvN on the 5th and 6th.
The character he portrayed, Gun, is a ruthless pursuer who teams up with the intelligence organization Cadis to chase David Jung (played by Daniel Dae Kim), captivating viewers with his overwhelming presence as he appeared on screen.
In episode 5, Gun leads a shocking turn of events by ambushing and kidnapping David's daughter Rebecca (played by ReiNa Hardisty), heightening the suspense. In the final episode, he forms tense dynamics with Juno (played by Piper Perabo) while attempting to eliminate David, and he shares a low voice and smile with Rebecca, revealing his captivating charm.
Meanwhile, Kim Ji-hoon reached the peak of action during the final showdown with David. Gun relentlessly pressured David with unwavering composure until the end, and his preparation for battle while sharpening his knife was enough to display the height of the villain character. Ultimately, Gun fell into David's trap and met a brutal end after a desperate final confrontation, leaving a strong impact.
In particular, Kim Ji-hoon maximized the villain's charisma during the intense chase and collision with David, instantly captivating viewers in a "Gun craze." Immediately after the broadcast, comments flooded in, saying, "Kim Ji-hoon has a captivating charm, even though he's a villain," "His acting is insane," "Doing action so well is unfair," "Is there another actor who fits a long-haired killer character this well?" and "He is at the peak of villain acting."
At the conclusion of the show, Kim Ji-hoon expressed, "I am glad to have successfully wrapped up my first Hollywood project through 'Butterfly.' It was significant just to be part of a special project, an Amazon original series filmed in Korea, and I learned and gained inspiration through collaboration with a global production team." He added, "Working with fellow actors, including Daniel Dae Kim, was an unforgettable experience. The process of perfecting intense action and character details was a significant challenge and achievement for me as an actor. I am grateful for the time to show a new side of myself through the character 'Gun,' and I will repay everyone with broader acting in various projects in the future."
[Photo] Capture from the broadcast of 'Butterfly'
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