Kim Tae Ri, the star of Twenty-Five, Twenty-One, is set to make a comeback on the small screen, portraying a unique character and venturing into an exciting new genre. In the Revenant Korean drama, Kim Tae Ri will captivate audiences with a thrilling mystery storyline created by Kim Eun Hee. Joining her are Oh Jung Se and Hong Kyun. So, without further ado, let’s delve into the exciting things about the Korean drama Revenant ahead of its premiere!
REVENANT Korean Drama (2023): Storyline, Cast Lineup, Premiere Date, and Where to Watch
The upcoming Korean thriller drama series, Revenant (2023), which is also known as The Devil or The Demon, is written by one of the best female writers from South Korea, Kim Eun Hee. She is renowned for her mastery of creating thrilling stories. She has gained international recognition through her popular Korean drama series, including Signal, Kingdom, Kingdom 2, Kingdom: Ashin of the North, and Jirisan. In addition, the series is helmed by director Lee Jung Rim of V.I.P.
Anticipation is rising for the upcoming series. It promises a remarkable blend of world-class production and talented actors. Additionally, the captivating Korean-style occult mystery theme adds to the anticipation. The mysterious storyline, which traces occult phenomena based on Korean folklore, combined with a series of enigmatic incidents, amplifies the excitement for another masterpiece from Kim Eun Hee.
The storyline
Revenant is a Korean occult mystery drama. The story revolves around a young woman (Ku San Young) possessed by a demon, who teams up with a man (Yeom Hae Sang) gifted with the ability to see evil spirits. Together, they embark on an investigation to unravel the mysterious deaths tied to five sacred objects.
Revenant Korean drama cast lineup
The highly-anticipated Korean mystery thriller and supernatural drama series, Revenant, showcases a stellar cast lineup. The leading cast includes Kim Tae Ri, Oh Jung Se, and Hong Kyung. Moreover, there are Kim Hae Sook, Park Ji Young, Kim Woo Hae, Yang Hye Ji, Lee Kyu Hoe, Ye Soo Jung, and Kim Shin Bi in the supporting cast lineup. Additionally, renowned actors Jin Su Kyu, Pyo Ye Jin, and Lee Jae Woong will make special guest appearances.
Characters
Kim Tae Ri portrays Ku San Young, a young woman who works part-time jobs during the day to make a living and studies at night in hopes of becoming a civil servant. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she inherits her late father’s heirloom, resulting in her being possessed by an evil spirit and triggering a series of perplexing incidents and mysterious deaths around her.
Oh Jung Se plays Yeom Hae Sang, a university professor specializing in Korean folklore. Since childhood, Hae Sang has the unique ability to see evil spirits. This ability prevents him from connecting with other people. As a result, he immersed himself in the study of folklore.
However, everything changes when he discovers that the evil spirit residing within San Young is the same entity that took his mother’s life when he was a child. Deeply shaken by this shocking revelation, he rushes to track down San Young to prevent her from harming herself and others.
Hong Kyung portrays Lee Hong Sae, a detective known for his strong individuality in the series. As the story unfolds, he immerses himself in a series of perplexing and mysterious cases intricately linked to the lives of Ku San Young and Yeom Hae Sang. Together, they undertake a joint investigation to uncover the secrets behind these enigmatic events.
Park Ji Young portrays the character of San Young’s mother in the series. Her role has a significant presence and contributes to the development of San Young’s story arc.
Jin Seon Kyu plays the role of Ku San Young’s father. His character adds depth and complexity to the family dynamic, shaping San Young’s journey throughout the series.
Revenant Korean drama (2023) premiere date & where to watch
The eagerly awaited Korean-style occult mystery drama, Revenant, will premiere on SBS at 10 PM on Friday, June 23, 2023. The series comprises 12 episodes, airing every Friday and Saturday. Besides SBS, viewers can also enjoy the thrilling series on Disney+.
Notes from the writer
Ahead of today’s (June 22) premiere of Revenant, the production team shared an exciting video with intriguing details for viewers to anticipate. Writer Kim Eun Hee reassured viewers that despite its initial scariness, the story is heart-warming when closely observed. However, she recommended watching the drama with family, like a thrilling roller coaster ride and hopes audiences will enjoy it.
Trailers
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