After a long wait of 3 years, Korean drama Hellbound season 2 is finally ready to be released. Adapted from the webtoon of the same name, Hellbound tells the story of the emergence of “hell messengers” who deliver prophecies and curses to hell.
In the midst of the chaos caused by this frightening phenomenon, two organizations gain power by playing on people’s fears. The two organizations are the cult-like New Truth Society and the gang-like Arrowhead group.
Hellbound season 1 was named Best Horror Series in the 2021 Golden Tomato Awards and recognized by global critics. Therefore, many viewers can’t wait to know the continuation of the story in season 2.
While waiting for the airing, let’s look at the following 4 interesting facts about Hellbound season 2!
More Tense Story
Hellbound season 2 will feature a more suspenseful story, including the resurrection of a number of people who have been condemned to hell. One of them is the leader of New Truth, Jung Jin Soo (Kim Sung Cheol), who revives after being condemned to hell for several years. After returning, Jung Jin Soo realizes that New Truth and Arrowhead have now taken over society.
However, when Jung Jin Soo finds out that he is not the only one who returned to the world of the living, he tries to understand what his resurrection means. Is resurrection really a curse, as New Truth teaches, or is it the path to true salvation?
Besides Jung Jin Soo, Park Jung Ja (Kim Shin Rok) also resurrected after being condemned to hell. Park Jung Ja’s resurrection has been shown in the end of Hellbound season 1.
Kim Sung Cheol Replaces Yoo Ah In’s Role
One of the new things that will be presented in Hellbound season 2 is the change in Jung Jin Soo’s cast. In Hellbound season 1, Jung Jin Soo was played by actor Yoo Ah In.
Meanwhile, in season 2, Jung Jin Soo is played by Kim Sung Cheol. This change was made after actor Yoo Ah In was dragged into a drug case.
For information, Kim Sung Cheol has starred in a variety of popular Korean dramas such as Prison Playbook, Arthdal Chronicles, Hospital Playlist, and Vincenzo. With his slick acting skills, fans can’t wait to watch Kim Sung Cheol play Jung Jin Soo in Hellbound season 2.
Various New Characters Emerge
A number of new characters will be introduced in Hellbound season 2. Some of them are Cheon Se Hyeong (Im Sung Jae), the first person to meet Jung Jin Soo after awakening.
Then there’s Lee Su Gyeong (Moon So Ri), a political affairs secretary who wants to use New Truth and Park Jung Ja to restore order and balance to society.
In addition, there is Miss Sunshine (Moon Geun Young) who is a loyal follower of Arrowhead. Viewers are curious about the roles these new characters will play in Hellbound season 2.
Premiere at Busan International Film Festival
Hellbound season 2 will be one of the Korean dramas that premiered at the 2024 Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). For information, BIFF will be held from October 2 to 11, 2024. After that, Hellbound season 2 will air on Netflix starting October 25.
Yeon Sang Ho, the director, gave a little leak about the excitement in Hellbound season 2. “For anyone who enjoyed the first season, season 2 will be filled with interesting questions to think about,” Yeon Sang Ho said.
Well, those are 4 interesting facts about Hellbound season 2. Interested in watching?
