Popular South Korean actor Lee Dong wook is all set to win the hearts of audiences with his brand new drama ‘A Shop for Killers’. It is based on the novel ‘The Killer's Shopping Mall’ written by Kim Ji-young. The protagonist of the story is a little girl who was raised by his uncle, the owner of a suspicious shopping mall, after losing her parents. ‘A Shop for Killers’ is directed by Lee Kwon and Noh Gyu-yeob.
‘A Shop for Killers’ has generated a lot of buzz among K-drama fans, thanks to its unique premise, talented cast, and action-packed trailer. The drama promises to be a fast-paced and suspenseful ride, with plenty of twists and turns along the way. Here is everything you need to know about this suspense action drama:
‘A Shop for Killers’ Plot
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‘A Shop for Killers’ follows the story of Jeong Ji-an (played by Kim Hye jun), a college student who loses her parents in a tragic accident. She's then raised by her uncle, Jeong Ji-man (played by Lee Dong wook), who runs a seemingly ordinary yet suspicious shopping mall. However, everything changes when Jin Man suddenly dies by suicide.
Ji An soon discovers that the mall is not what it seems. It's a front for a secret organisation that sells weapons to assassins. Now, as the organisation's secrets are exposed, Ji becomes a target herself. She must use the survival skills her uncle taught her to stay alive and uncover the truth behind his death.
‘A Shop for Killers’ Main Lead Cast
The drama boasts a star-studded cast, including:
Lee Dong-wook: Known for his roles in popular dramas like ‘Goblin’ and ‘Touch Your Heart’, Lee Dong-wook takes on a darker and more complex character in A Shop for Killers. He plays Jeong Ji-man, a man with a mysterious past who becomes a father figure to Ji-an, his niece.
Kim Hye-jun: Kim Hye Jun, who impressed audiences with her performance in ‘Rain or Shine’ and ‘Connect’, plays the lead role of Ji-an. She's a strong and determined young woman who must overcome her grief and fear to survive.
Seo Hyun-woo as Lee Seong-jo, Jo Han-sun as Be-il, and Park Ji-bin as Jeong-min are the others who will also be seen in this drama in prominent roles.
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‘A Shop for Killers’ Trailer
The trailer of ‘A Shop for Killers’ opens by displaying a short peek of a shooting training session and Ji-an getting a text that concerns billions of money. At the same time, some are interested in the shopping center that sells weapons. Ji-an was wondering how she never heard about any of this, as she was still living in denial about her late uncle's profession.
While searching for the truth, she discovers additional truths and even gets threats to her life. In the middle of all these shootings and chaos, she learns what her actual goal is and takes revenge for her uncle's death. She turns into an alpha and is ready to kill anyone who even considers challenging her.
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‘A Shop for Killers’ Release Date And Total Episodes
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‘A Shop for Killers’ is all set to release on Disney+ Hotstar on January 17, 2024, in selected territories, and on Hulu in the United States. This Korean drama will have eight episodes.
So, if you're looking for a new K-drama to watch that's full of action, suspense, and mystery, then ‘A Shop for Killers’ is definitely worth checking out. It premieres on January 17, 2024, so mark your calendars.
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