The film 'CARTEL' will star Lee Sung Min, Koo Kyo Hwan, and Yoon Kyung Ho

Kapanlagi.com - Lee Sung Min, Koo Kyo Hwan, and Yoon Kyung Ho are confirmed to join the main cast of the film CARTEL. This latest film directed by Eom Yu Na will feature a political thriller story set in South Korea from the late 1960s to the early 1970s.

This project marks Eom Yu Na's latest film after previously directing MAL-MO-E: THE SECRET MISSION. This time, she returns to a historical setting focusing on power struggles and political conspiracies.

1. Set Against the Era of the South Korean Dictatorship

Lee Sung Min in TEACH YOU A LESSON (credit: Netflix)

CARTEL is set during the time when South Korea was under the rule of a dictatorial regime in the late 1960s to early 1970s. The story follows a power struggle involving various political intrigues and covert operations.

The film also showcases the conflict of interest between those trying to conceal political secrets and those wanting to reveal the facts behind various events. Through this setting, CARTEL blends elements of political thriller with historical drama centered on the conflict of power.

2. Eom Yu Na Returns to Raise Historical Stories

Yoon Kyung Ho in THE LEGEND OF KITCHEN SOLDIER (credit: tvN)

The director's chair is occupied by Eom Yu Na, who previously co-wrote the script for the film A TAXI DRIVER. She then began her career as a director with MAL-MO-E: THE SECRET MISSION.

Through CARTEL, Eom Yu Na once again explores a story set against the historical backdrop of South Korea with a thriller approach that highlights the political dynamics of the time. This film marks her latest directorial project after successfully handling works with historical themes.

3. Three Actors Lead the Cast

Koo Kyo Hwan in COLONY (credit: Showbox)

Lee Sung Min joined this project after gaining attention through several works, including the film NO OTHER CHOICE and the Netflix series TEACH YOU A LESSON. Meanwhile, Koo Kyo Hwan continues his activities in the acting world after appearing in various popular projects over the past year. He also has several films scheduled to be released soon.

Yoon Kyung Ho also completes the main cast of CARTEL. The actor is known through various dramas and films, while still undergoing several film and series projects.

Through the collaboration of Lee Sung Min, Koo Kyo Hwan, and Yoon Kyung Ho, CARTEL will present a story about characters involved in political conflicts, secret operations, and power struggles that are at the heart of the narrative.

(kpl/rsp)