'Hellbound' Cast bring viewers to a world of Living Hell
Tuesday, November 16, 2021Cast of 'Hellbound': Yang Ik-June, Yoo Ah-In, Kim Hyun-joo, Park Jeong Min and Won Jin-ah |
On 16 November, the cast of the upcoming Netflix series, 'Hellbound', Yoo Ah-in, Kim Hyun-joo, Park Jeong Min, Won Jin-a, Yang Ik-june and Director Yeon Sang-ho, attended the online press conference to share more about the highly-anticipated thriller-fantasy series.
The cast shared more on their first impression on the series 'Hellbound':
What is your first impression of #Netflix’s #Hellbound?#YooAhIn: The title itself is really strong and direct and although I have seen how hell is portrayed in other works, I was drawn to the series ‘Hellbound’. pic.twitter.com/h6FNxcEFZ6
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#ParkJeongmin: Although #Hellbound is about supernatural events, I thought that some aspects of the series is realistically happening around us. It is a meaningful series and significant to me. pic.twitter.com/gfc6wwK8Ae
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#YangIkJune: The universe and story of #Hellbound was a challenge to play as I had to portray the role of a dad and protect my family with my life. Director Yeon is very creative in telling stories in his own universe and he is a great colleague. pic.twitter.com/0rHcGi7ZK9
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#Netflix’s highly anticipated series #Hellbound will be released on 19 November. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/wCF0biIJV4
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Director Yeon, who directed the global hit movies 'Train To Busan', 'Peninsula' and more, shared that directing the series 'Hellbound', had no significant difference as compared to directing movies.
Director of Netflix's 'Hellbound', Director Yeon Sang-Ho |
Director Yeon also mentioned that although 'Hellbound' depicts supernatural events, viewers can focus on the message and intent of the show: to take a look at our present society today and to figure out what is right and wrong.
'Hellbound' has also been forecasted as Director Yeon's best work yet.
Q: How did you portray your role as Jung Jin-soo in 'Hellbound'?
Yoo Ah-in, plays cult leader Jung Jin-soo in Hellbound |
Yoo Ah-In: I did not have to put much thought into my acting as the script was perfect. I followed the script and Director Yeon's instructions and thought of what Jin-soo would have done. I did not make any special preparations for the role, instead, I immersed myself into the environment and the storyline.
Director Yeon also sang praises about the actor and mentioned that he was confident that Yoo Ah-In was perfect for the role of Jin-soo.
We are ready for more spine-chilling acting from Yoo Ah-In!
Q: Tell us more about your character, Min Hye-Jin.
Kim Hyun-Joo, plays lawyer Min Hye-Jin in Hellbound |
Flawed yet grounded to her beliefs and morals, viewers can look forward to the true human character of Min Hye-Jin in 'Hellbound'.
Park Jeong-min, plays Bae Young-Jae in Hellbound |
The actor introduced his character as a normal man who lives for his family. When his family member gets involved in the supernatural events, he has no choice but to be drawn into the story to save his loved ones.
In fact, Park Jeong-min also shared that he is a huge fan of the webtoon and even wrote a recommendation of it!
The story of Bae Young-Jae begins in the second half of the series, where he brings a fresh new start to the series, and he will be a character whom the audience is able to connect and empathise with.
We would say that Park Jeong-min's passionate acting is indeed one of the main highlights that viewers should anticipate in Hellbound!
Won Jin-A, plays Song So-Hyun in Hellbound |
Actress Won Jin-A plays Song So Hyun, the wife of Bae Young-Jae. The actress expressed that she followed the flow of her character and delivered her lines thinking of how people will react differently in such a situation.
In the series, So Hyun conveys the confusion, sadness and desperation of an individual living in the supernatural and twisted world where anyone could be bounded for hell.
"When I think of hell, I think of a fiery pit. But actually, if the society is twisted, I think the society is also hell when people cannot differentiate between what is right and wrong." shared the actress, when asked about how 'Hellbound' has changed her personal beliefs.
Get ready for a roller-coaster of emotions for the talented Won Jin-A!
Yang Ik-June, plays Jin Kyung-Hoon in Hellbound |
The actor disclosed that when he was feeling a little unsatisfied with his performance for a scene in the series, his on-screen daughter, actress Lee Re encouraged him and handed him a cookie.
"It was so comforting. Lee Re cheered for me and she was a delight to have on set. Thank you Lee Re!" voiced the actor who conveyed his gratitude to the child actress.
Cast of 'Hellbound', together with Director Yeon Sang-Ho |
Before the press conference came to an end, the cast and Director Yeon shared their closing comments and revealed what viewers can keep in mind while watching 'Hellbound'.
Yang Ik-June: I have not seen the final version of the series myself, so let us all meet on Netflix, 19 November!
'Hellbound' tells a story of the future world that becomes a living hell, where supernatural events occur: otherworldly beings appear out of nowhere to issue a decree and condemn individuals to hell. These events lead to the the creation of 'The New Truth', a religious group, that influenced the world to their dubious assumptions and beliefs.
Check out the main trailer below and watch how mysteries and truths start to unfold.
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