Hyun Bin’s Made in Korea Premieres December 24 on Disney+ and Hulu

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While Crash Landing on You is still a beloved K-drama, Made in Korea is expected to appeal to fans missing it. The chemistry between Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, who played Ri Jeong-hyeok and Yoon Se-ri, captivated audiences globally, and fans were even more delighted to learn the actors later married in real life.

Yoon Se-ri and Ri Jeong-hyeok are considered one of the most beloved couples in K-drama history, even apart from the story’s unique premise. Their romance helped make Crash Landing on You a global hit and a key part of the K-drama boom. Now, six years later, Hyun Bin is finally returning to TV.

Hyun Bin’s Made In Korea Premieres On December 24

Hyun Bin will lead the upcoming K-drama Made in Korea, which premieres on Disney+ (and Hulu) in December, just in time for the holidays. He’ll play Baek Ki-tae, a deceptive agent working for the Korean Central Intelligence Agency (KCIA). Jung Woo-sung will co-star as Jang Geon-young, a determined prosecutor known for his strong ethics.

Even though Baek Ki-tae works for the KCIA, the K-drama Made in Korea centers around hidden identities because he also leads a secret life as a ruthless smuggler. This means Jang Geon-young will need to figure out what’s real and what isn’t if he wants to uncover the truth and bring Baek Ki-tae to justice. However, the story won’t be simple or straightforward.

The K-drama Made in Korea is shaping up to be a thrilling ride filled with political schemes and characters who aren’t simply good or evil. The central conflict between Baek Ki-tae and Jang Geon-young is just the beginning, with a host of supporting characters adding depth to the story – like Ki-tae’s brother and Geon-young’s crime-solving teammate. And this new Disney+ series is already hinting at plenty of unexpected plot twists and a striking visual style.

The upcoming K-drama, Made in Korea, is set in the 1970s, following a popular trend of period pieces seen in recent hits like A Virtuous Business (1990s) and Bon Appétit, Your Majesty (Joseon period). The drama will stand out thanks to its distinctive style, particularly in its costumes and set design.

Made In Korea Is Already Renewed For Season 2

The team behind Made in Korea is very confident it will be a hit. Disney+ has already started making a second season, even before the first one is released! It’s unusual for any show to get renewed so quickly, but to get a second season confirmed before viewers have even seen the first is a really strong sign of its potential.

The show Made in Korea has achieved something rare: it’s been renewed for a second season before the first season even airs. This early renewal is exciting for potential viewers and suggests that Made in Korea quickly impressed Disney+ and Hulu executives with its quality and potential.

The renewal of Made in Korea for a second season is a positive sign, but it might also hint at what’s to come. If Hyun Bin reprises his role, it strongly suggests that Jang Geon-young won’t be able to catch Baek Ki-tae or stop his corrupt activities. Alternatively, the first season could end with an unresolved cliffhanger, leaving the story open for further development in season two.

Whether season 2 continues the story right away or jumps ahead, fans can rest easy knowing there will be one. The news of another season means viewers can fully invest in the characters and storyline, confident that Made in Korea won’t be cut short or leave things unresolved.

What Hyun Bin Has Done Since Crash Landing On You

The positive initial response to ‘Made in Korea’ indicates that Hyun Bin’s first television role since ‘Crash Landing on You’ is likely to be a hit. Before becoming famous for playing Ri Jeong-hyeok in the popular K-drama, Hyun Bin had already starred in many successful romance, sci-fi, and action TV shows. However, after gaining international recognition with ‘Crash Landing on You,’ he shifted his focus to movies.

After the huge success of Crash Landing on You made Hyun Bin almost inseparable from his on-screen persona, many expected him to take a break from acting. However, he quickly returned to work. Interestingly, instead of continuing with TV dramas, he focused on films, appearing in movies from 2019 onward.

Before starring in Crash Landing on You, Hyun Bin had appeared in only three films: Confidential Assignment 2: International (2022), The Point Men (2023), and Harbin (2024). While these projects spanned different genres – action, thriller, and historical drama – they all showcased Hyun Bin’s skill as a dramatic actor. He had previously taken on a dozen other film and television roles before Crash Landing on You.

Hyun Bin’s history of playing romantic roles will definitely help ‘Made in Korea,’ but his more recent work in dramatic films will be equally important. He’s a versatile actor, as his many previous roles show, and ‘Made in Korea’ will let him reach new viewers without being stuck in the same kind of role over and over.

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2025-12-06 17:59