[REVIEW] Korean Drama 'A SHOP FOR KILLERS', the Story of a Weapon Shop Manager Targeted by Professional Killers

Kapanlagi.com - The latest Korean drama starring Lee Dong Wook and Kim Hye Jun, A SHOP FOR KILLERS, just premiered today, Wednesday (17/1). Being one of the most anticipated action dramas since the end of last year, this show offers an exciting and thrilling story.

The story revolves around a girl named Jeong Jian (Kim Hye Jun) who has just lost her uncle who has been taking care of her since she was a child. A SHOP FOR KILLERS has an unexpected mystery. Jian had no idea that all this time Jeong Jin Man (Lee Dong Wook) was running a weapon shop business.

After the death of Jeong Jin Man, Jeong Jian suddenly has to face attacks from professional killers who are targeting her life. While trying to uncover the truth about her uncle, Jian also has to think about how to survive and fight deadly attacks in her childhood home.

1. Full of Exciting Action Scenes

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From the beginning of the first episode, viewers are spoiled with cinematography, color grading, and sound effects that are more suitable for a widescreen film than a regular Korean drama. Visualizing the story's setting in a mysterious and destroyed house after a bomb explosion to an attack by killer drones, viewers are made curious about what actually happened.

Inside the house, Jeong Jian is hiding with two other people, avoiding sniper shots from a distance. Jian, who is cornered, remembers various ways to survive and fight against criminals from his uncle, Jeong Jin Man, when he was alive.

Every action scene in this drama is carefully considered and looks so realistic. Various thrilling actions from professional killers mixed with fear that turns into strength to survive and fight them will immerse you in its mysterious story and make you even more impatient for the next episode.

2. Touching Family Drama

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In addition to the thrilling action scenes, viewers are also invited to delve into the family relationship between Jeong Jin Man and Jeong Jian. Besides having to hide his identity and dangerous business, Jeong Jin Man has to raise his nephew alone, the only remaining member of the family.

Wanting Jian to live independently and strong after overcoming his childhood trauma, Jeong Jin Man educates him with strictness and protectiveness. Jian's transformation from a child to an adult is beautifully portrayed, showing the chemistry that will touch the viewers.

3. Starring the Best Actors & Actresses with Amazing Acting

A SHOP FOR KILLERS is adapted from the popular original novel by Kang Jiyoung and written by Ji Hojin and Lee Kwon, and directed by Lee Kwon (DOOR LOCK, SAVE ME 2). In addition to Lee Dong Wook and Kim Hye Jun, this 8-episode drama also stars a lineup of the best actors and actresses with unquestionable acting abilities.

Among them are Seo Hyun Woo, Jo Han Sun, Park Ji Bin, and Geum Hae Na. How about it? Can't wait to see the thrilling action scenes in this drama, right? Watch A SHOP FOR KILLERS starting today, Wednesday (17/1), exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar!

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