'The Mantis: Original Sin' sees Jang Dong-Yoon transforming into a rugged detective.
Scheduled for its premiere on September 5th, Friday night at 9:50 PM, the new SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'The Mantis: Original Sin' (written by Lee Young-jong, directed by Byun Young-joo) is a high-intensity crime thriller that unfolds as a brutal serial killer known as 'Mantis' is caught after 20 years, and a copycat crime occurs. To solve this case, a detective, who has harbored a lifelong hatred for 'Mantis'―his own mother―unexpectedly teams up with her. The collaboration between director Byun Young-joo of 'Helpless' and writer Lee Young-jong of '12.12: the Day' has garnered significant attention.
'The Mantis: Original Sin' has become a hot topic with the casting of Ko Hyun-jung (playing Jung Yi-sin) and Jang Dong-Yoon (playing Cha Soo-yeol). The two actors, known for their acting skills and ability to generate buzz, have raised expectations with their unprecedented on-screen relationship as a serial killer mother and her police officer son. The first stills of Ko Hyun-jung hinted at her dramatic transformation, capturing the audience's attention. This has significantly increased the curiosity surrounding Jang Dong-Yoon.
Amidst this, on the 8th, the production team of 'The Mantis: Original Sin' released shooting stills of Jang Dong-Yoon, who will lead the drama alongside Ko Hyun-jung. In the drama, Jang Dong-Yoon plays detective Cha Soo-yeol, who teams up with his mother, the serial killer 'Mantis,' he has despised all his life, to solve a murder case.
In the released photos, Jang Dong-Yoon is seen navigating through various crime scenes. His sharp and focused gaze exudes an unprecedented intensity and charisma. It also hints at the resilience of his character, Cha Soo-yeol, who remains unshaken in any situation and follows his own path. This raises expectations to meet a completely new side of Jang Dong-Yoon, unlike anything we've seen before.
Regarding this, the production team of 'The Mantis: Original Sin' stated, "Actor Jang Dong-Yoon will showcase everything from fearless action to a wide range of emotional performances in 'The Mantis: Original Sin.' His passion for acting, where he pours everything into his performance, has always been met with admiration and applause on set. We invite you to witness the broadened acting range of Jang Dong-Yoon, who has grown significantly as an actor, in 'The Mantis: Original Sin.' We ask for your interest and anticipation."
Following Ko Hyun-jung, Jang Dong-Yoon continues to exceed viewers' expectations with each new reveal, adding to the anticipation for 'The Mantis: Original Sin.' The drama is set to premiere on September 5th, Friday night at 9:50 PM, following the currently airing 'The Winning Try.'
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)