Lee Moo-saeng Garners Acclaim for Powerful Portrayal of Jin So-baek in 'The Killer Paradox'

Actor Lee Moo-saeng is receiving rave reviews for his compelling character immersion in the Netflix series 'The Killer Paradox'.

In the series, released on the 7th, Lee Moo-saeng captivated audiences as Jin So-baek, the representative of a major food ingredients company, Jin Kang Sang Hoe, and a steadfast supporter of Eun-soo (played by Jeon So-nee) and Hee-soo (played by Lee Yoo-mi).

His character exuded an untouchable aura with unwavering composure and a firm gaze, no matter the situation. Yet, he offered comfort to Eun-soo and Hee-soo in his own unique way, embodying the true essence of an adult as a reliable pillar of support.

"This character is so good," and "Falling for Lee Moo-saeng's acting again," are among the positive reactions flooding in.

This remarkable portrayal was brought to life by Lee Moo-saeng's dedicated performance. He meticulously researched Jin So-baek's appearance to fully embody the character. Notably, Lee Moo-saeng took on the challenge of long hair for the first time in 'The Killer Paradox'.

"I wanted to give him a mysterious charm, where you couldn't immediately guess his identity, so I tried a style I've never done before," he revealed, explaining how he used external transformations to convey the character's inner complexity.

Lee Moo-saeng's deep gaze and baritone voice also delicately guided Jin So-baek's narrative, enhancing the drama's immersion. His clear Chinese enunciation in critical moments, delivered with intensity, breathed life into the character.

Through such dedicated research and expression, Lee Moo-saeng became one with Jin So-baek. He shared, "I always wanted to be a strong fence for Eun-soo and Hee-soo, protecting them," and "Jin So-baek was able to escape his dark past and finally see his future properly. I tried to express his growth through this process."

Prior to this role, Lee Moo-saeng made a strong impression as the chilling serial killer Kang Young-cheon in the Netflix series 'The Glory' (2022) and is setting a new standard for villainous roles with his distinct portrayal in 'Gyeongseong Creature Season 2' (2024), showcasing his acting prowess across various genres.

Meanwhile, 'The Killer Paradox', starring Lee Moo-saeng, tells the story of two women who decide to commit murder in the face of a reality where they must kill or be killed, only to become entangled in unexpected events. Within just three days of its release, the series entered the TOP 10 in 22 countries worldwide, including South Korea, Brazil, the UAE, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia, and is currently receiving much acclaim on Netflix.

Korean netizens are reacting enthusiastically, with comments like, "Actor Lee Moo-saeng's acting skills are truly insane," "Jin So-baek is totally my type!" and "I have to watch all of this actor's filmography from now on."