by Hazel Jung, July 6, 2023
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SBS Thursday drama The Killing Vote, set to premiere on August 10th, tells the story of a mysterious vigilante group that conducts public votes on whether to execute heinous criminals while tracing the identity of an unknown individual responsible for the kidnappings. This gripping drama, belonging to the renowned genre of SBS, is receiving tremendous attention as a hard-boiled investigative thriller.

Im Ji Yeon, who showcased her acting transformation in Netflix's The Glory and JTBC's Lies Hidden in My Garden, has reached the pinnacle regarding acting prowess and public interest. She promises to showcase another striking performance with The Killing Vote, generating high expectations.

In the drama, Im Ji Yeon portrays Joo Hyun, a 5th-year police officer at the Cyber Safety Bureau of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. She is a witty and fearless detective who fearlessly delves into cases, sometimes with audacity and other times with sharp and delicate approaches.

On July 6th, The Killing Vote's production team released Im Ji Yeon's first stills on set. In the photos, she is depicted alone in a dark place that appears to be a crime scene. Even tense and unpredictable, she examines the scene with a flashlight. Im Ji Yeon's impressive acting skills are evident as she conveys a thrilling sense of suspense through her expressions alone.

Regarding this, the production team of The Killing Vote stated, "From the first day of filming, Im Ji Yeon embodied the character of Joo Hyun, the witty and fearless police officer, in every aspect, including her gaze, expressions, and styling. She fully immersed herself in portraying the character, astonishing everyone with her immense focus and concentration. Im Ji Yeon, an actress who fearlessly embraces transformations, has showcased her capabilities. We ask for your high expectations for her radical transformation in The Killing Vote.

The Killing Vote will premiere on August 10th at 9:00 PM and will continue to air every Thursday at the same time.

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