'Grandma the Mafia Hunter' Ready to Shake Up Netflix! Expected to be the Next Sakamoto Days

Kapanlagi.com - Netflix once again proves that South Korea is a gold mine for their global series. After achieving huge success with SQUID GAME and ALL OF US ARE DEAD, they are now ready to adapt the WEBToon titled GRANNY into a live-action series. The story is set in a dark world of gangsters and criminals, and the premise is said to have a vibe similar to SAKAMOTO DAYS.

This WEBToon was released in 2019 and concluded in 2022. The story follows a grandmother whose life is shattered after her grandson falls into a coma due to the mafia's actions. In order to seek revenge, she is recruited and trained to become a "war weapon" against the criminal organization. This live-action adaptation will star Lee Jung Eun and Kim Mu Yeol. Although production has not yet begun, this project is already being touted as the next big Netflix watch.

With a unique premise and instantly captivating characters, GRANNY has great potential to be an emotional action spectacle that is different from the usual. The figure of a grandmother turned revenge machine not only offers tension but also a strong sense of humanity. So, who exactly is GRANNY and why does her character immediately draw attention? Here’s the explanation.

1. Who is GRANNY?

GRANNY (credit: What's on Netflix)

GRANNY tells the story of Jung Suk Ja, an ordinary grandmother whose life falls apart when her grandson, Kwon Yong Hui, falls into a coma after being attacked by the criminal organization Black Star. Despite clear evidence, the perpetrators are set free, leaving a deep sense of anger and injustice. In the midst of this despair, two mysterious men come offering training so she can take revenge and bring down the criminal syndicate.

At first, she is hesitant and scared, but for the sake of her grandson, Jung Suk Ja ultimately accepts the offer. She transforms drastically from an ordinary grandmother into a deadly criminal hunter, targeting enemies one by one. Her journey is not only filled with action and tension but also showcases the strength of family love and a person's determination when justice is taken away from them.

2. Why can Granny become "THE NEXT SAKAMOTO DAYS"?

GRANNY by Jaehoo (credit: Tapas)

The premise of Granny immediately reminds us of SAKAMOTO DAYS: a brutal criminal world with an unexpected yet highly lethal protagonist. The difference is that while SAKAMOTO DAYS features a legendary former assassin, GRANNY presents an ordinary grandmother who turns into a revenge machine for her family.

This perspective feels fresh in the action-crime genre. The combination of brutal action, emotional drama, and a unique main character makes the story feel both relatable and intense. If executed well, GRANNY has all the ingredients to become a new phenomenon and follow in the footsteps of globally successful Netflix action series.

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