"Chief Detective 1958" Climbs Back to Double-Digit Ratings
As the excitement for the upcoming SBS thriller continues to soar, the production team of the K-drama unveiled new stills, featuring Park Hae Jin.
Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, which garnered 130 million views, SBS's The Killing Vote follows the gripping story of an anonymous "Dog Mask" who conducts a nationwide poll on death penalties for heinous criminals.
Highly anticipated as one of the standouts for the second half of 2023, this hard-boiled investigative thriller marks a significant endeavor by SBS.
One of the biggest reasons for the public's interest in The Killing Vote is the casting of the three acclaimed actors: Park Hae Jin (playing the role of Kim Moo Chan), Park Sung Woong (as Kwon Seok Joo), and Im Ji Yeon (as Joo Hyun).
Notably, Park Hae Jin is set to portray the rugged and relentless Kim Moo Chan, the leader of Team 1 of the Regional Investigation Unit of the Southern Provincial Police Agency.
To fuel the anticipation, the production team of The Killing Vote unveiled the first set of stills of Park Hae Jin's character. In the first still, the Cheese in the Trap actor intrigues viewers as he intently gazes at something in a dimly lit room. His piercing eyes raise questions about what he observes and what thrilling adventures will follow. Furthermore, Park Hae Jin's commanding presence on the screen leaves a lasting impression, adding to the excitement surrounding his performance.
Another still showcases Park Hae Jin throwing power-packed punches. As a police officer in the series, he fearlessly embraces powerful action scenes, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to the role.
Different from his previous roles, which showcased his smart and sophisticated image, Park Hae Jin displays a tough character. Therefore, the audience's expectations for The Killing Vote continue to soar as they eagerly await this new transformation of Park Hae Jin.
The production team of the K-drama commented, "From the very first shoot, Park Hae Jin flawlessly embodies the tough and relentless police character, Kim Moo Chan. Not only does he deliver dynamic action sequences, but he also exhibits leadership that encompasses and guides the overall atmosphere of the set as the protagonist. We could see why Park Hae Jin receives so much love from people and how he delivered numerous hits. Through The Killing Vote, viewers will be able to witness an entirely new side of Park Hae Jin. We kindly request the viewers' continued interest and high expectations".
The Killing Vote will premiere on August 10th. The first two episodes will be aired in the premiere week, followed by a weekly release of one episode.
