Actor Kim Moo-yul is continuing his strong run on Netflix with a leading role in the upcoming series Halmae. Following his appearance in Netflix’s Teach You a Lesson, where he portrayed education rights protection inspector Na Hwa-jin, Kim Moo-yul is set to take on another intense and complex character in the noir action series.
The casting marks another major project in the actor’s growing global lineup, with audiences particularly anticipating what new side of him he will showcase in Halmae.
Halmae is a noir action series centered on a grandmother who takes up a weapon of revenge for her grandson. The story follows Jung Sook-ja (Lee Jung-eun) as she confronts the criminal organization Cheonghwa Group after a devastating incident involving her grandson. Her dormant instincts as a hunter are awakened by Seo Yeon-woo, played by Kim Moo-yul, who approaches her while she is consumed by grief and anger. Together, the two embark on a brutal revenge mission against the organization.
Kim Moo-yul will portray Seo Yeon-woo, the mastermind behind the revenge operation. Seo Yeon-woo approaches Jung Sook-ja and reveals the connection between her grandson’s accident and Cheonghwa Group, ultimately awakening her desire to fight back. But his role goes beyond simply helping her seek revenge. The character possesses exceptional access to information and sharp judgment, allowing him to assist Sook-ja throughout her mission.
At the same time, there are hints that Yeon-woo may be pursuing an agenda of his own. This mysterious element is expected to add another layer of tension to the series, leaving viewers questioning his true intentions.
Known for his detailed and intense performances, Kim Moo-yul is expected to highlight the conflicting sides of Seo Yeon-woo. The character’s combination of intelligence, mystery and hidden motivations should allow the actor to showcase a different dimension of his acting. His performance is also expected to heighten the tension of Halmae’s noir-action setting.
After making a strong impression on international audiences through Teach You a Lesson, Kim Moo-yul is now expanding his Netflix lineup with Halmae, following his involvement in First Doctor. His consecutive projects have increased anticipation for his continued rise among global viewers.
Kim Moo-yul is also strengthening his connection with international fans. On August 23, the actor successfully held his first domestic fan meeting, spending meaningful time with fans who have supported him throughout his career. He is expected to continue meeting fans overseas, with fan meetings in Taiwan and Japan reportedly planned. His growing popularity across Asia comes as he takes on increasingly prominent acting projects.
With Halmae now confirmed as his next major Netflix role, attention is already building around his upcoming transformation into Seo Yeon-woo.
Netflix has confirmed that Kim Moo-yul will appear as one of the leads in Halmae alongside Lee Jung-eun. The series will be released globally through Netflix, although a specific premiere date has not been announced in the provided information.
With its revenge-driven story, noir atmosphere and mysterious central character, Halmae is shaping up to be another major addition to Kim Moo-yul’s increasingly international filmography.
Sources: bnt뉴스