The Korean drama, “The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection,” premiered on Viu from March 29, 2024. Season 2 of this drama promises a more thrilling and intricate storyline.
For new viewers eager to dive into the adventures of Matthew Lee and his companions, it’s advisable to get a quick recap first, alright? IDN Times is here to walk you through the primary characters and conflicts from the inaugural season.
Warning: Spoilers Ahead!
1. Key Characters: K and Min Do Hyuk
The plot revolves around Bang Da Mi (Jung Lael), who reunites with her biological mother, Geum La Hui (Hwang Jung Eum), after a prolonged separation. Geum La Hui persuades Bang Da Mi to live with him, aiming to secure an investment from his father-in-law, Bang Chil Sung (Lee Deok Hwa), for his new venture.
However, Bang Da Mi’s life takes a tragic turn when she’s falsely accused of pregnancy at school by various individuals, including aspiring idol Han Mo Ne (Lee Yoo Bi), entertainment agency owner Yang Jin Mo (Yoon Jong Hoon), and corrupt policeman Jo Jae Yun (Nam Chul Woo). These allegations culminate in Bang Da Mi’s demise.
Years later, Matthew Lee (Uhm Ki Joon) establishes TIKITAKA to avenge Bang Da Mi’s death. Assisting him are Min Do Hyuk (Lee Joon), Bang Chil Sung, and Kang Ki Tak (Yoon Tae Young).
The second season reintroduces key characters such as Sim Mi Young (Shim Yi Young), sister of Sim Young (Kim Il Woo), leader of the Sungchan Group, and Michelle (Yu Ju), director of the film “Dear D” and Song Ji A’s (Jung Da Eun) older sibling.
2. Primary Conflict: Seeking Justice for Bang Da Mi and Unraveling Min Do Hyuk’s Identity
While the initial conflict seems centered on avenging Bang Da Mi’s death, deeper layers emerge. It’s revealed that Min Do Hyuk is the biological son of the Sungchan Group’s owner, with his identity swapped in childhood.
The tension escalates as Matthew Lee, formerly believed to be Lee Hwi So (Min Young Ki), orchestrates a complex revenge plan involving Geum La Hui and his associates, only to uncover K alias Sim Jun Seok’s (Kim Do Hoon) ulterior motive targeting Min Do Hyuk.
3. Understanding TIKITAKA and LUCA
TIKITAKA Studio, owned by Matthew Lee, specializes in chat application development and invests in Geum La Hui’s company and “Dear D” film productions. LUCA, an artificial intelligence entity created by Lee Hwi So, plays a pivotal role, initially mistaken as Matthew Lee.
4. Meet Matthew Lee, Sim Jun Seok, and K
Matthew Lee, Sim Jun Seok, and K are revealed to be the same person—Sim Jun Seok, adopted son of the Sungchan Group, also known as K. A master of digital manipulation, Sim Jun Seok crafts deep fake videos with finesse.
5. Deciphering the Season 1 Finale
The season concludes with Lee Hwi So’s sacrifice to save Min Do Hyuk, while the betrayals of Geum La Hui’s associates underscore the complexity of allegiances. Han Mo Ne’s conflicted feelings towards Min Do Hyuk add another layer of intrigue.
As the saga unfolds in Season 2, viewers are left anticipating the unraveling of new conflicts and alliances in “The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection” (2024).