Ha Seok-jin to Transform into a King in KBS2's 'The Beloved Bandit'

Actor Ha Seok-jin is set to showcase a new acting transformation in the upcoming KBS2 Saturday-Sunday mini-series, 'The Beloved Bandit' (written by Lee Sun, directed by Ham Young-geol, produced by Studio Dragon).

'The Beloved Bandit' is a romance drama about a woman who becomes the greatest bandit in the land and the grand prince who chases her. Their souls swap, leading them to save each other and ultimately protect the people. The series will feature young actors Nam Ji-hyun and Moon Sang-min, adding to the drama's fun and balance.

Ha Seok-jin will portray King Lee Gyu of Joseon. Lee Gyu appears calm and indifferent on the surface, but harbors unshakeable conviction and strong ambition within. Known for his intellectual and neat image, Ha Seok-jin has portrayed diverse characters and is expected to express King Lee Gyu's complex charm through a more solid demeanor and refined tension in this new role.

Ha Seok-jin has consistently built his presence through a wide acting spectrum in various genres, including dramas like 'Drinking Solo,' 'Radiant Office,' 'When I Was the Most Beautiful,' and 'Blind.' He also gained public favor on the Netflix show 'Devil's Plan' with his clear thinking and calm demeanor, further solidifying his multi-dimensional image. In 'The Beloved Bandit,' he is expected to expand his acting range by showcasing a different kind of atmosphere.

His agency, Management Koo, stated, "Actor Ha Seok-jin is set to present a different tone of acting than before in his role as King Lee Gyu in 'The Beloved Bandit.' You will be able to see his deepened expressiveness and emotional depth within his characteristic stable and neat aura."

Attention is focused on the presence Ha Seok-jin will demonstrate through the character of King Lee Gyu, as he returns to dramas after a while. Viewers are highly anticipating how his calm expressiveness and stable breath will lead the tension and flow of the work.

KBS 2TV's new Saturday-Sunday drama 'The Beloved Bandit' will premiere on January 3rd next year at 9:20 PM.

Fans are expressing excitement for Ha Seok-jin's new acting challenge. Comments include: "Actor Ha Seok-jin, always a reliable performance! A king role, I'm already thrilled," and "I'm looking forward to seeing a new side of him in this drama." They are eagerly awaiting the drama's broadcast.