“Connection” is an upcoming South Korean TV series penned by Lee Hyun, helmed by director Kim Moon-gyo, and featuring a cast including Ji Sung, Jeon Mi-do, Kwon Yul, and Kim Kyung-nam. Set to debut on SBS TV on May 24, 2024, the series will air every Friday and Saturday at 22:00 (KST). The storyline revolves around an ace detective from the narcotics team who, after being forcibly addicted to drugs by an unknown perpetrator, embarks on a quest for justice. Using the death of his friend as a catalyst, he delves into the intricate web of their 20-year-old friendship, uncovering long-buried secrets and the profound connection that binds them together.
CHARACTERS
- Main:
- Ji Sung portrays Jang Jae-kyung, a respected detective from the narcotics team at Anhyeon Police Station, held in high regard by his juniors and seniors within the police force.
- Jeon Mi-do takes on the role of Oh Yun-jin, a bold and outspoken social affairs reporter for the Ahn Hyun Economic Daily.
- Kwon Yul stars as Park Tae-jin, a prosecutor at Ahn Hyun District Office, once hailed as a child prodigy for his exceptional intellect, who becomes entangled in a case involving his high school classmates Jae-kyung and Yun-jin.
- Kim Kyung-nam depicts Won Jong-soo, a second-generation chaebol with significant influence stemming from a longstanding friendship dating back to his school days. He is poised to inherit leadership of Geumhyeong Group and engages in tense confrontations with his high school classmate Jae-kyung.
- Supporting:
- Jung Yoo-min
- Jung Soon-won portrays Heo Joo-song, the CEO of Two Star Holdings.
- Jung Jae-kwang features as Kim Chang-soo, a detective and Jae-kyung’s trusted right-hand man.
- Cha Yup plays Oh Chi-hyun, a fighter from Anhyeon City High School who prioritizes loyalty above all else and serves as Jong-soo’s chief secretary.
- Jeong Soon-won appears as Heo Joo-song, the CEO of an insurance company characterized by his talkativeness and tender-hearted nature, harboring a secret affection for Yun-jin.
STORYLINE
“Connection” explores the intricate tapestry of relationships and enigmas that intertwine its characters. Central to the plot is Jang Jae-kyung, a highly regarded detective in the narcotics team at Anhyeon Police Station, esteemed by his peers for his expertise and trusted by his superiors. However, his world is upended when he is ensnared in a web of deception and addiction, forcibly subjected to drugs by an unknown assailant.
Navigating the aftermath of this traumatic ordeal, Jae-kyung finds an unlikely ally in Oh Yun-jin, a bold and outspoken social affairs reporter for the Ahn Hyun Economic Daily. Together, they embark on a quest to uncover the truth behind Jae-kyung’s ordeal and the sinister forces lurking in the shadows.
Meanwhile, Park Tae-jin, a gifted prosecutor at Ahn Hyun District Office and former classmate of Jae-kyung and Yun-jin, finds himself drawn into the same vortex of intrigue. His once-promising career and personal life are thrown into disarray as he confronts the complexities of the case and grapples with long-buried secrets from his past.
Amidst the chaos, Won Jong-soo emerges as a formidable adversary, a powerful second-generation chaebol and heir to the Geumhyeong Group. With deep-rooted ties dating back to his school days, Jong-soo exerts influence over those around him, including Jae-kyung, with whom he shares a complex and strained history.As alliances are forged and loyalties tested, the characters of “Connection” find themselves drawn together by a shared destiny. Through a series of twists and revelations, hidden truths come to light, leading to a gripping climax that will leave audiences enthralled.
