The latest Korean drama, Red Swan (2024), featuring Rain and Kim Ha Neul, has premiered on Disney Hotstar. With its dark theme, the show has already introduced many mysteries in its first two episodes. The story revolves around Oh Wan Soo (Kim Ha Neul), a former female golfer turned peace ambassador, and Seo Do Yoon (Rain), a former police officer who becomes her bodyguard. Here are five key conflicts that set the stage for this gripping drama.
Death Threats Against Oh Wan Soo
As a peace ambassador, Oh Wan Soo often finds herself on the receiving end of threats from radical organizations. In the very first episode, she narrowly escapes a shooting incident in Manila, Thailand. The question looms: is the radical organization that sent her a threatening letter really behind the attack, or are there other sinister forces at play? This tension keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, wondering about the true source of danger.
Seo Do Yoon’s Quest for Justice
Seo Do Yoon arrives in Manila on a police mission with a close colleague. Tragically, his friend is killed during the mission, leading Seo Do Yoon to leave the police force and seek vengeance. He infiltrates the Hwain organization, known for using the transaction code “flower trading,” which links back to the killer he is pursuing. This personal quest for justice adds depth to his character and intertwines his fate with Oh Wan Soo’s.
Oh Wan Soo’s Husband’s Affair
Oh Wan Soo’s marriage is far from ideal. Her husband, Kim Young Kook (Jung Gyu Woon), is having an affair with one of her close friends. To make matters worse, her mother-in-law, Park Mi Ran (Soo Yi Seok), is aware of the infidelity and sides with her son. She pressures Oh Wan Soo to divorce, leaving her with no confidants. This betrayal within her own family compounds the challenges she faces in her professional life.
Schemes by the Mother-in-Law
Park Mi Ran has never approved of Oh Wan Soo, viewing her as inferior due to her lower-class background. Despite this, she initially capitalized on Oh Wan Soo’s fame as an international golfer to benefit her family’s charity organization. However, Oh Wan Soo’s refusal to be a submissive daughter-in-law leads to a power struggle. Park Mi Ran’s attempts to undermine and control Oh Wan Soo create a complex web of family drama and intrigue.
Oh Wan Soo’s Potential Affair
Amidst her marital woes, Oh Wan Soo finds herself attracted to Seo Do Yoon. In a moment of weakness, she flirts with him, but he maintains his professionalism and rejects her advances. Despite this, the chemistry between them is palpable, and viewers are left wondering if they will eventually embark on a forbidden romance. This potential affair adds another layer of complexity to the already tumultuous storyline.
The early episodes of Red Swan are packed with intense conflicts and emotional drama. The intricate relationships and dark secrets promise an engaging watch. As the plot unfolds, the characters’ motivations and the truth behind the threats become clearer, keeping the audience hooked.
In true DramaBeans style, I must say, the conflicts in Red Swan are truly sizzling! Don’t miss out on the latest episodes every Wednesday to see how these entangled lives unravel.
