On the morning of January 8, the press convention for the Disney+ authentic collection Unmasked was held in Yeouido, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The occasion was attended by director Yoo Seon Dong (The Uncanny Counter, Unhealthy and Loopy) and actors Kim Hye Soo, Jung Sung Il, and Joo Jong Hyuk.
Unmasked tells the story of relentless investigative journalists who tackle dangerous guys by shoving a digicam of their faces first and asking questions later.
Director Yoo Seon Dong described Unmasked as “a vibrant story in regards to the investigative journalism staff Set off, who expose and punish crafty and harsh villains, these whom neither the police nor prosecutors can catch, by filming them and revealing the reality to the world.”
Kim Hye Soo, who takes on the function of Oh So Ryong, the staff chief of Set off, shares her first impression of Set off, saying, “Whereas this collection offers with critical social points and crimes, its total tone and method have been lighthearted and fascinating. The story was clear, with a well-balanced mixture of a significant message, wit, sincerity, and catharsis that resonates with the world. That is why I selected it.”
Director Yoo Seon Dong expressed that he could not think about anybody however Kim Hye Soo for the function of Oh So Ryong. He mentioned, “From the start to the tip, I felt it needed to be Kim Hye Soo. She pours every thing she has into her work, and [in that aspect] Kim Hye Soo and Oh So Ryong are very related. I understood why she stays on the high of her discipline.”
Jung Sung Il takes on the function of Han Do, a well-mannered but boastful beginner. He shared, “That is my second time working with director Yoo Seon Dong after Unhealthy and Loopy.”
When requested about reuniting with the director, Jung mentioned, “It has been a bit of over two years since we final labored collectively. Again then, it was a brief collaboration, however this time, I am glad we may work collectively for an extended interval. He was superb then, and he nonetheless is now.” “He creates a snug atmosphere for actors to carry out and is nice each as a director and as a particular person. He is additionally very cool. Actually, after I first met him, I assumed he was an actor,” a remark that left director Yoo laughing out loud.
Joo Jong Hyuk performs Kang Ki Ho, a very enthusiastic but inexperienced assistant director. He defined, “Ki Ho deeply respects and trusts staff chief Oh So Ryong. He takes nice delight in [being a part of] Set off and works exhausting at his job. He is a contract employee, however he will get pissed off lots as a result of he is making an attempt to change into a everlasting worker. When Han Do joins the staff, Ki Ho will get jealous and begins to really feel inferior [to him], however he additionally compromises.”
Director Yoo Seon Dong mentioned that seeing Joo Jong Hyuk reminded him of his previous. He shared, “Watching Joo Jong Hyuk’s efficiency introduced again reminiscences of myself in the course of the time after I was a contract employee. It was a interval after I dreamed of turning into a director, and other people round me would name me a dreamer. The obstacles have been excessive, and all I may do was cry.” “Joo Jong Hyuk did an incredible job portraying the character of the contract employee Ki Ho.”
Speaking about Unmasked‘s allure, director Yoo Seon Dong highlighted, “One of many strengths and key entertaining points of Set off is its selection. Within the first episode, the staff infiltrates a cult known as Backyard of Religion, and we present the stress of investigative reporting mixed with motion parts. There are episodes with catastrophe movie-like sequences, such because the paragliding scene, and moments that give the texture of a psychological thriller.”
Jung Sung Il mentioned, “I attempted paragliding for the primary time in my life [for this drama]. The whole lot about it was utterly new to me.”
Kim Hye Soo mirrored on the efforts she put into making ready for her function. She shared, “I wore the identical garments that actual investigative journalists put on throughout filming. Earlier than beginning the challenge, I additionally regarded into feminine investigative producers. These professionals typically have a mini suitcase and a backpack prepared for lengthy enterprise journeys or when the reporting goes on for lengthy. And so they even have objects they want for filming of their vehicles. I included these particulars into the drama.”
Kim Hye Soo additionally showcases jaw-dropping motion scenes in Unmasked. Concerning the motion sequences, she shared, “Whereas filming this challenge, I suffered [from an injury that] tore my thigh muscle and lots of different accidents right here and there with out even realizing it. In my on a regular basis life, I am fairly cautious and sometimes fearful, however as soon as the cameras begin rolling, we actors appear to change into a lot stronger.”
Concluding, director Yoo Seon Dong mentioned, “Unmasked is the primary Disney+ challenge to premiere in 2025. Since this is a drama being launched globally, it options Korean settings and circumstances that Korean viewers will discover relatable, however I consider audiences worldwide will have the ability to resonate as properly.”
Unmasked is about to premiere solely on Disney+ on January 15, 2025, and can launch a complete of 12 episodes, with two episodes airing per week.