Actor Kang Hoon is gearing up for an exciting transformation in the upcoming drama Scalpel-Wielding Hunter!

On January 14, NPIO Entertainment revealed that Kang Hoon has joined the cast of the crime psychological thriller Scalpel-Wielding Hunter. The drama centers around Se Hyun, a brilliant forensic pathologist who discovers clues about his father’s gruesome murders during an autopsy. To keep his dark family secret hidden, Se Hyun sets out on a chilling mission to catch his father before the police do.

Kang Hoon will play Jung Jung Hyun, the leader of the violent crimes unit. As a skilled and determined investigator, Jung Hyun becomes deeply involved with Se Hyun while solving murder cases.

Despite the gruesome world he operates in, Jung Hyun is a firm believer in the goodness of humanity. Kang Hoon is expected to deliver a powerful performance as he navigates the character’s emotional and psychological journey.

Fans are already buzzing with excitement! Kang Hoon was widely praised last year for his role as Kang Joo Yeon, a reserved news anchor in the romantic drama To My Harry. Known for his ability to bring depth and authenticity to his characters, Kang Hoon’s portrayal of Jung Hyun in Scalpel-Wielding Hunter is highly anticipated.

With its gripping storyline, complex characters, and fast-paced action, Scalpel-Wielding Hunter is shaping up to be one of 2025’s must-watch dramas. Don’t miss Kang Hoon’s thrilling new role in this intense crime drama.

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Lee Jun Young recently opened up about the emotional toll of playing a villain—and how one powerful scene made him break down in tears behind the scenes.

On the May 1st episode of KBS 2TV’s variety show Problem Child in House, Lee Jun Young appeared alongside co-star Jung Eun Ji to promote their new KBS drama Pump Up the Healthy Love.

During the show, Lee Jun Young was asked about the most unforgettable villain he’s played. He chose his role as Han Su Gang in the film Brave Citizen.

He explained, “It was really tough to film. I had to act like I was leading school violence, and there was even a scene where I bullied a grandmother.”

The hosts were surprised, pointing out how kind and gentle he seems in real life. Lee Jun Young shared how he transforms for such roles.

“I try to act as bad as I can, but sometimes the director says, ‘You still look too nice.’ Then I focus even harder and adjust right away.”

He also revealed that filming one particular scene hit him hard emotionally. “My real grandmother was sick at the time,” he said.

“In one scene, there’s a grandma selling gimbap, and I ad-libbed by stubbing a cigarette out on the gimbap. I was really into character, but after filming, I just broke down. So many thoughts came to me and I started crying.”

Fans praised his dedication to acting but also felt moved by how deeply the role affected him. Lee Jun Young’s honesty gave a raw look at how even fictional roles can hit close to home.

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