I, The Executioner, directed by Ryoo Seung Wan, is the highly anticipated sequel to the hit film Veteran (2015), which attracted 13.4 million viewers. This new installment is set to release in 2024 and will have its world premiere at the prestigious Cannes International Film Festival. The film’s trailer, released on May 9, has sparked considerable buzz, particularly due to the speculation that Ahn Bo Hyun might be part of the cast.
A Suspenseful Sequel: I, The Executioner
trailer for the film I, The Executioner (youtube.com/cjenmmovie)The trailer for I, The Executioner has generated significant excitement and curiosity. Distributed by CJ ENM Movie, the trailer debuted just ahead of the Cannes Film Festival, which runs from May 14 to 25, 2024. It prominently features Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In, but it’s the mysterious villain character that has captivated audiences.
Ever since the production news broke, the identity of the villain has been a hot topic. In the newly released trailer, although the villain’s face isn’t clearly shown, many netizens suspect that Ahn Bo Hyun plays this intriguing role. This character, a stark contrast to the chaebol antagonist Jo Tae Oh (played by Yoo Ah In) in Veteran, is a serial killer who mimics his victims’ crimes. The intense scenes, including a fierce battle in the rain between Detective Seo Do Cheol (Hwang Jung Min) and the villain, have heightened expectations for the film’s action sequences.
On-Set Leaks and Speculations
footage of Jung Hae In in the film I, The Executioner (doc. CJ ENM) portrait of Jung Hae In and Ahn Bo Hyun (doc. FM Korea)Further fueling speculation are photos of Ahn Bo Hyun and Jung Hae In circulating online. These images show Jung Hae In in police attire similar to the official stills from I, The Executioner. Initially, rumors suggested that Jung Hae In would portray the villain, but it was later clarified that he plays Park Sun Woo, a new detective on Seo Do Cheol’s team. Park Sun Woo’s character is pivotal, introducing unexpected twists to the serial murder case.
Despite the leaked photos, there has been no official confirmation of Ahn Bo Hyun’s involvement in the film. Fans eagerly await news to see if he will indeed play the main villain or merely make a cameo appearance. The close friendship between Ahn Bo Hyun and Jung Hae In, both born in 1988, has also come into the spotlight amid these speculations.
The buzz around I, The Executioner continues to grow, with fans and critics alike looking forward to the film’s premiere. The dynamic between Hwang Jung Min, Jung Hae In, and potentially Ahn Bo Hyun promises a gripping storyline and intense action. As we await further announcements, the anticipation for I, The Executioner remains at an all-time high.