[Drama 2023] Bloodhounds/Hunting Dogs, 사냥개들- Woo Doo Hwan, Lee Sang Yi

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Waiting for this one on NF.  

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Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi Face the Loan Sharks Head-On in the Stills of "Bloodhounds"

by Lily Alice, May 18, 2023

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Netflix has unveiled stills for the upcoming series action drama Bloodhounds, which give a glimpse of two young individuals entangled in the cutthroat world of loan sharks, risking their lives to battle a formidable criminal syndicate.

The stills showcase the intense action and multifaceted characters surrounding Kim Geon Woo (Woo Do Hwan) and Hong Woo Jin (Lee Sang Yi). 

 

 

The sincere and pure-hearted Geon Woo and the righteous and kind Woo Jin become BFFs despite initially meeting as rivals in a boxing championship. 

 

 

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However, their dreams and futures are overshadowed by the darkness cast upon them due to the pandemic. It is during this time that Geon Woo's mother falls prey to the sinister trap set by the illegal loan company Smile Capital, thrusting the two young men into the underworld of loan sharks. Kim Myung Gil (Park Sung Woong), a malevolent moneylender, preys on financially burdened individuals amidst the pandemic. As Geon Woo and Woo Jin discover the extent of Myung Gil's nefarious actions, they form an alliance with the legendary loan shark President Choi (Heo Joon Ho), and prepare to confront him head-on.

 

 

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The drama is helmed by Jason Kim, known for his exceptional work on Midnight Runners. By incorporating the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, director Kim elevates the audience's emotional connection to the series. Described as a "fast-paced action drama where two young boxers take on the malevolent loan sharks with their fists", Bloodhounds promises to interest global Netflix viewers with its eye-popping action sequences and the protagonists' authentic and compassionate performances as characters in the face of harsh reality.

Bloodhounds will hit our screens on June 9. The action drama will air a total of 8 episodes exclusively on Netflix.  

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/woo-do-hwan-and-lee-sang-yi-face-the-loan-sharks-head-on-in-the-stills-of-bloodhounds

 

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Woo Do Hwan And Lee Sang Yi Take On Vicious Loan Sharks In “Bloodhounds”

DRAMA PREVIEW

 

Upcoming Netflix drama “Bloodhounds” has unveiled brand new stills!

 

Based on the webtoon of the same name, “Bloodhounds” is an action noir about two young people who step into the world of loan sharks in pursuit of money and get caught up in a web of much darker forces.

 

The newly released stills capture the intense action of Gun Woo (Woo Do Hwan) and Woo Jin (Lee Sang Yi), two young men caught up in the world of loan sharks, and the colorful characters that surround them.

 

The upright and innocent Gun Woo and the kind and warmhearted Woo Jin are rivals who meet in the finals of a boxing competition but quickly become close like brothers.

 

 

Both young men dream of becoming boxers, but the pandemic has dimmed their dreams and future. But when Gun Woo’s mother falls into the trap of a vicious illegal loan shark company Smile Capital, the two young men are thrust into the middle of the ruthless world of loan shark business.

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The next stills capture Myung Gil (Park Sung Woong), a vicious loan shark who preys on the common people whose household debts have increased due to the pandemic, as he approaches third-generation chaebol Director Hong (Super Junior’s Choi Siwon) to open a hotel casino business.

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After learning of Myung Gil’s evil deeds, Gun Woo and Woo Jin team up with loan shark legend and CEO Choi (Heo Joon Ho) and prepare to take him down.

 

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There is a lot of anticipation for “Bloodhounds” as it is directed by Kim Joo Hwan of the 2017 hit film “Midnight Runners.” Intrigued by the appeal of the original work, director Kim Joo Hwan added the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic to make the story more relatable.

 

“Bloodhounds,” which is described by director Kim Joo Hwan as “a fast-paced coming-of-age drama about two boxers who take on a gang of vicious loan sharks with their fists,” is expected to captivate viewers around the world with the spectacular action of the two young men and the genuine goodness of their hearts.

“Bloodhounds” will be released on June 9 via Netflix.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1588262wpp/woo-do-hwan-and-lee-sang-yi-take-on-vicious-loan-sharks-in-bloodhounds

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News bites: May 20, 2023

by tccolb

A batch of stills have dropped for Netflix’s Bloodhounds, showcasing our sparring duo Woo Do-hwan (Joseon Attorney) and Lee Sang-yi (Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha). We also get a peek at Heo Jun-ho (Missing: The Other Side 2), Park Sung-woong (Unlock the Boss), Choi Siwon (Work Later, Drink Now 2), and Yoon Yoo-sun (The Interest of Love). The crime-action launches on June 9. [MBC]

 

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2023/05/news-bites-may-20-2023/

 

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Woo Do Hwan Gains 22 Pounds for His Role in the Netflix Drama "Bloodhounds"

by Lily Alice, May 23, 2023

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The recently unveiled stills from the upcoming drama Bloodhounds capture the moments of Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi, as they undergo a remarkable transformation to portray aspiring boxers in the noir action drama. 

Director Jason Kim, in his quest to create a high-octane action drama that resonates with the audience, decided to change the original concept of Judo to boxing. 

 

 

According to director Kim, the focus was on crafting action sequences that not only befit the characters but also showcased their growth throughout the series.

Woo Do Hwan, in his portrayal of Geon Woo, revealed that his character initially relies solely on boxing to overpower his opponents. However, as the story unfolds, Geon Woo learns street fighting techniques, which he skillfully incorporates to confront the ruthless loan shark, Myung Gil (Park Sung Woong). This promises an intriguing narrative arc, highlighting Geon Woo's evolution and his action-packed journey.

Lee Sang Yi, who plays Hong Woo Jin, stated that his character gradually evolves and exhibits an increasingly proficient level of combat. Woo Jin's fighting style involves a combination of strategic moves, such as mesmerizing opponents with his right hand and delivering powerful blows with his left, while deftly evading incoming attacks. 

 

 

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The series offers a contrast between the two protagonists, whose distinct personalities complement each other, leading to perfect synergy in their action sequences.

 

In addition to the captivating performances, the actors' dedication and the blood and sweat that went into the physical transformation are worth noting. Woo Do Hwan commented, "To build body, I packed my lunch box and ate four meals a day to gain 22 pounds, and finally I could see my body gradually changing". And Lee Sang Yi also emphasized the importance of building ripped abs and honing the physique of a seasoned boxer through rigorous training. 

Park Sung Woong's portrayal of the merciless loan shark, Kim Myung Gil, deserves special mention. Stunt coordinator Park Young Sik emphasized that Myung Gil's actions would be characterized by cunning, ruthlessness, and an unscrupulous approach, incorporating a variety of weapon-based and stunning fight scenes. Park Sung Woong “From all the villains I have played so far, Myeong Gil is the one with a different charm. I tried to show him as a cold-blooded side man driven by an unwavering determination to achieve his goals". 

Director Kim expressed his admiration for the extraordinary efforts of the cast and their ability to bring the intense action sequences to life. Stunt coordinator Park Young Sik praised Woo Do Hwan as one of the most skilled young actors in performing action scenes, while also praising Lee Sang Yi's impressive growth as an action hero, despite it being his first attempt in the genre.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/woo-do-hwan-gains-22-pounds-for-his-role-in-the-netflix-drama-bloodhounds

 

 

 

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Netflix drama Bloodhounds main trailer, release on June 9.

 

 

 

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Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi are Determined to Fight Till the End in "Bloodhounds"

by Lily Alice, May 26, 2023

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With only a few days left till the premiere of the action thriller, the global streaming service Netflix released a new trailer for its original drama Bloodhounds. 

The trailer commences with President Choi (Heo Joon Ho) saying, "Myung Gil (Park Sung Woong) is a very dangerous and cruel man. He'll send the bloodhounds". 

The following scenes show Myung Gil's power and position in the loan shark industry as he says, "I'm in the investment business. Since you're 100 billion short, I should invest that much" as if it's a trivial amount for him to get his hands on.

He then stands facing Kim Geon Woo (Woo Do Hwan), who fearfully asks him, "What do you want?", to which Myung Gil replies, "Pay us back". 

He then signals his man to beat Geon Woo, and Geon Woo in his futile attempt punches the man only to get beat down by the tough cookie. 

In the next scene Hong Woo Jin (Lee Sang Yi), while looking at a business card of a loan shark exclaims, "Only the loan sharks are having a blast", to which Geon Woo asks, "Why?". Woo Jin replies, "The more desperate you are, the easier it is to rip you off". 

Woo Jin learns of Geon Woo's loans and tells him he should pay them back, but the desperate boxer says he doesn't have money. 

President Choi then resolutely says, "I'm going to end Myung Gil and Smile Capital", and forms an alliance with Woo Jin and Geon Woo to fight the nefarious criminal and put an end to his business.  

What follows are brief flashes of the boxers' struggles, their battle against Myung Gil's army of fighters, and their determination to continue to fight even if costs their lives.  

The trailer ends with Woo Jin saying to Geon Woo, "You have a heart of a boxer", with the two of them laughing their heart out.  

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/woo-do-hwan-and-lee-sang-yi-are-determined-to-fight-till-the-end-in-bloodhounds

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Woo Do-hwan and Lee Sang-yi versus the world in Bloodhounds

by missvictrix

K-dramas don’t normally run on sheer testosterone, but Netflix’s upcoming series Bloodhounds sure does. Front and center of the new trailer are our heroes Woo Do-hwan (Joseon Attorney) and Lee Sang-yi (Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha) as Kim Gun-woo and Hong Woo-jin, respectively. They seem like good-hearted chaps who a) are down on their luck b) possibly got in with the wrong crowd and c) pack a mean punch.

 

Among nine million jump cuts that show us way to much of the drama, the inciting action seems to be when the “very dangerous and cruel” loan shark Park Sung-woong (Unlock the Boss) shows up and threatens our hero and his family over the debts they can’t repay.

Amidst all the chaos and fierce fights, it looks like both Gun-woo and Woo-jin join forces with Heo Joon-ho (Missing: The Other Side 2). Gun-woo says, “All I know how to do is fight” — but hey, looks like that’s exactly what is needed in the underbelly in which they’re currently trapped. Later, we see the two boys training together, seeing how desperate people are being taken advantage of, and even get a peek at some bromantic moments. These two boxers are definitely at the heart of this drama, and so it should be.

The trailer also gives us a glimpse of some of the other cast members: Choi Siwon (Work Now, Drink Later 2), Ryu Soo-young (Queenmaker), and Tae Won-seok (Under the Queen’s Umbrella) — with Kim Sae-ron (Kiss Sixth Sense) conspicuously missing.

Written and directed by Kim Joo-hwan (The Divine Fury), Bloodhounds drops its eight episodes on June 9.

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2023/05/woo-do-hwan-and-lee-sang-yi-versus-the-world-in-bloodhounds/

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Watch: Woo Do Hwan And Lee Sang Yi Use Their Boxing Experience To Take Down Park Sung Woong In “Bloodhounds” Teaser

Drama Preview

May 27, 2023

by S. Cho

Netflix’s “Bloodhounds” has unveiled a second teaser!

Based on the webtoon of the same name, “Bloodhounds” is an action noir about two young people who step into the world of loan sharks in pursuit of money and get caught up in a web of much darker forces.

Woo Do Hwan stars as Gun Woo, who enters the world of loan sharks to pay off his debts. After Gun Woo meets Mr. Choi (Heo Joon Ho), the once promising boxer becomes a bodyguard. Lee Sang Yi will take on the role of Woo Jin, a fellow former boxer who ends up working with Gun Woo. Park Sung Woong will play Myeong Gil, a vicious loan shark driven solely by money who will get into a tense conflict with Mr. Choi.

The latest teaser kicks off with Mr. Choi explaining, “Myeong Gil is an incredibly tough and cruel man.” He adds, “I’m going to send the bloodhounds.”

Super Junior‘s Choi Siwon then makes a brief appearance as someone in a meeting with Myeong Gil, who shares that he works in investments. Myeong Gil casually comments, “Since you’re short 100 billion won [approximately $75,561,200], I’ll put up 100 billion won.”

Myeong Gil approaches Gun Woo and his mother and asks them to repay their loan. When they remain still, Myeong Gil nonchalantly instructs his minions to attack Gun Woo.

Later, Gun Woo and Woo Jin look over an ad for special loans with super low interest rates specifically targeting those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Woo Jin explains, “The more desperate someone is, the easier they are to prey on.” As he urges Gun Woo to repay his own loans, Gun Woo sadly responds, “I have no money.”

Eventually, the pair teams up with Mr. Choi, a legend in the world of loan sharks, who firmly expresses his determination to take down his enemy Myeong Gil. Gun Woo explains, “The only thing I know how to do is use my strength, but I want to be of help until the end,” with Woo Jin quickly agreeing.

Although Myeong Gil instructs his team to cut their throats, the pair proves to be harder to kill than anticipated. Mr. Choi reminds them, “This is a war that only ends when someone dies.”

At the end, Myeong Gil holds down a bloodied Gun Woo and asks, “Do you want to work under me?” Wordlessly, Gun Woo responds by spitting blood in Myeong Gil’s face.

https://www.soompi.com/article/1590245wpp/watch-woo-do-hwan-and-lee-sang-yi-use-their-boxing-experience-to-take-down-park-sung-woong-in-bloodhounds-teaser

 

 

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i don’t recall such a high octane kdrama before so hopefully this is as good as the trailers look.  Fighting!

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"Bloodhounds" Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi Dive Into the Ruthless World of Loan Sharks!

by Hazel Jung, June 7, 2023

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On the morning of June 7th, the production presentation for the Netflix series Bloodhounds (directed by Kim Joo Hwan) took place at a venue in Mapo-gu, Seoul. Actors Woo Do Hwan, Lee Sang Yi, Park Sung Woong, and director Kim Joo Hwan attended the event and shared various stories about the production.

Bloodhounds is a Netflix series about two young men entangled in the world of loan sharks, where money takes precedence over human life as they fight against a powerful evil force.

Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi create fantastic chemistry as Kim Geon Woo, a promising young boxer with a strong sense of justice, and Hong Woo Jin, his close friend. Park Sung Woong adds weight to the drama as Kim Myung Gil, the ruthless leader of an illegal loan shark company.

 

Director Kim Joo Hwan, who adapted the famous webtoon into the series, stated, "I enjoyed the original work by the author. I thought that by incorporating the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic and adding action, many people could relate to the pain portrayed in the story."

 

 

Woo Do Hwan takes on the role of Kim Geon Woo, the promising young boxer, stating, "I wanted to challenge the action scenes that require me to do boxing from start to finish. I was drawn to experiencing the satisfaction of seeing it come to life on screen. I was also attracted to the character of a kind-hearted boxer with a strong heart."

 

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Lee Sang Yi portrays Hong Woo Jin, Kim Geon Woo's close friend, and mentions, "I had watched the director's previous work and felt a good vibe from the bromance aspect. I was drawn to the bromance story and wanted to do action."

Park Sung Woong takes on the role of Kim Myung Gil, the head of the loan shark company. He shared, "Originally, I was offered a good-guy role, but when I read the script and started acting, I found myself more attracted to the character of Myung Gil. I told them I would do it if it's Kim Myung Gil, and they immediately responded with "Thank you.'"

https://mydramalist.com/article/bloodhounds-woo-do-hwan-and-lee-sang-yi-dive-into-the-ruthless-world-of-loan-sharks

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WooDoHwan and LeeSangyi for NETFLIX

 

 

 

 

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Premiere Watch: Bloodhounds

by missvictrix

 

Time slot: Friday (single drop)
Broadcaster: Netflix
Genre: Action, crime, thriller
Episode count: 8

 

Reasons to watch: With the super-enticing cast of Woo Do-hwan, Lee Sang-yi, Heo Jun-ho, and Park Sung-woong, Netflix’s upcoming series Bloodhounds is certainly going to be a fun watch if you like stories of underdogs underdogging. Woo Do-hwan plays a promising boxer whose dreams are cut short due to his family’s debts and the predatory loan shark that won’t give them peace.

 

The story might be old as time, but with the directer/writer of Midnight Runners at the fore, I think we can rest assured that we’ll at least have a Woo Do-hwan x Lee Sang-yi bromance, loads of well-choreographed street fighting, bloody knuckles, broken dreams, and hopefully some twists along the way, too. And in a drama cycle that’s brimming with upcoming rom-coms, some mean left hooks are more than welcome too. You know, for diversity.

TL;DR: Woo Do-hwan x Lee Sang-yi tear it up as underground fighters

https://www.dramabeans.com/2023/06/premiere-watch-bloodhounds/

 

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Marines, huh?  Well, always faithful…..

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That hip-hop reference during their meeting with their benefactor had me laughing because I too was like “what, are you talking about?”

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This series was good and in top 10.  I think a S2 is in order for our marines and archer.

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Choi Si Won's Intense Transformation in “Bloodhounds” Showcases a Daring Performance

by Hazel Jung, June 12, 2023

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In the Netflix series Bloodhounds (written and directed by Kim Ju Hwan), Choi Si Won takes on the role of 'Hong Min Beom,' a third-generation chaebol who becomes entangled with 'Kim Myung Gil' (played by Park Sung Woong), who approaches him with an investment proposal. Choi Si Won's portrayal of this character has garnered praise from viewers for its unique and captivating charm.

Particularly, Choi Si Won showcases the rough and unstable inner state of 'Hong Min Beom' within the dangerous power struggle, delivering a detailed performance that encompasses his gaze, gestures, and emotional lines. He creates a character that lingers in the audience's minds, generating tension.

 

Above all, Choi Si Won skillfully portrays the evolving dynamics of the character, from the treacherous loan shark Kim Myung Gil' to the psychological battles and bromance with his cousin, 'Min Kang Yong' (played by Choi Young Joon), making the drama even more intriguing.

Through this performance, Choi Si Won showcases a completely different aspect from his previous roles as the 'romantic comedy expert' in works like 'Love Is for Suckers' and 'Work Later, Drink Now,' reaffirming his wide range of acting abilities and building anticipation for his future endeavors.

 

 

Meanwhile, Bloodhounds, featuring Choi Si Won, depicts the story of two young individuals caught in the world of loan sharks, where the money takes precedence over human life as they fight against a powerful force of evil. The series is available for streaming on Netflix.

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https://mydramalist.com/article/choi-si-won-s-intense-transformation-in-bloodhounds-showcases-a-daring-performance

 

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Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi's "Bloodhounds" Tops Netflix Charts

by Lily Alice, June 14, 2023

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The Netflix original action thriller Bloodhounds has been topping Netflix charts ever since its release on June 9. The show ranks 2nd on the list of TOP TV Shows on Netflix as of June 13 and is emerging as a hit in countries like Argentina, Bahrain, Chile, Germany, France, Jamaica, Malaysia, etc. 

Bloodhounds casts Woo Do Hwan, Lee Sang Yi, Heo Joon Ho, and Park Sung Woong in the lead roles. The K-drama tells the story of two boxers teaming up to take down a ruthless loan shark while putting their lives in peril. 

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/woo-do-hwan-and-lee-sang-yi-s-bloodhounds-tops-netflix-charts

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On 6/12/2023 at 3:12 AM, larus said:

Choi Si Won's Intense Transformation in “Bloodhounds” Showcases a Daring Performance

by Hazel Jung, June 12, 2023

 

I thought his character was bad at first but when he got trapped being the spoiled chaebol, and needed his cousin’s help the storyline upped his likeability quotient with me.  Another pair of brothers battling it out with the bad guys

Edited June 19, 2023 by ferily
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