Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

As a seasoned film critic with a particular fondness for international cinema, I must say that the cast of “Form Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and Shōgun” is nothing short of extraordinary! Yuh-Jung Youn, an award-winning actress who has graced our screens with her captivating performances in films like Minari, will be playing Older Sunja. Her portrayal of a character we already know from “Pachinko” promises to be a masterclass in acting.


The acclaimed historical series Pachinko resumes on Apple TV+ for its second season, unfolding further the multigenerational tale centered around Sunja and her kin over several decades.

In the upcoming second season, we anticipate that the narrative will delve into the backdrop of World War II. However, the main emphasis will be on the second generation of the family, specifically Sunja and Isak’s sons, namely Mozasu and Noa.

If you missed season 1 or simply want a recap, who are the main cast members in this second season and what roles do they play?

Read on for everything you need to know about the cast of Pachinko.

Pachinko cast: Who stars in the Apple TV+ drama?

As a longtime fan of Korean dramas, I can’t help but get excited about the latest offering from Apple TV+, Pachinko. With my extensive background in Asian cinema, I’m eager to dive into this captivating story and immerse myself in the rich cultural tapestry it promises to weave. The cast and characters are sure to bring the narrative to life, and I can hardly wait to learn more about them. So, let me share with you what I know so far about Pachinko’s main line-up.

  • Minha Kim as Teenage Sunja
  • Lee Minho as Hansu
  • Jin Ha as Solomon
  • Anna Sawai as Naomi
  • Yuh-Jung Youn as Older Sunja
  • Eunchae Jung as Young Kyunghee
  • Soji Arai as Mozasu
  • Junwoo Han as Yoseb
  • Sungkyu Kim as Kim Changho

Minha Kim plays Teenage Sunja

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Who is Sunja? She’s a courageous Korean woman hailing from the city of Busan, who tirelessly strives for a more prosperous existence not only for herself but also for her beloved kin.

Has Minha Kim appeared in any other productions besides Korean movies and shows like “The Call”, “School 2017” and “Partners for Justice”?

Lee Minho plays Hansu

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Hansu is a Korean man residing in Japan, who shares a connection with Sunja and fathered her child, named Noa.

Has Lee Minho starred in any other productions besides Gangnam Blues, Bounty Hunters, Boys Over Flowers, Sharp, and City Hunter?

Jin Ha plays Solomon

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Who is Solomon? Solomon is Sunja’s grandson.

Has Jin Ha acted in any other productions aside from those mentioned? He has made a name for himself on the stage, and has also graced our screens in shows like Devs, Love Life, The Same Storm, and Captain America: Civil War.

Anna Sawai plays Naomi

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Who is Naomi? Naomi is Solomon’s co-worker.

Apart from her roles in F9, Giri/Haji, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and Shōgun, is there anything else Anna Sawai has appeared in?

Yuh-Jung Youn plays Older Sunja

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Who is Older Sunja? An older version of Sunja.

In addition to Minari, Yuh-Jung Youn has also been featured in various films such as Woman of Fire, The Housemaid, The Taste of Money, The Bacchus Lady, Canola, Dear My Friends, and Sense8 throughout her illustrious career. However, it was her role in Minari that brought her international fame.

Eunchae Jung plays Kyunghee

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Who is Kyunghee? Kyunghee is Sunja’s sister-in-law and friend.

Has Eunchae Jung appeared in any other shows or movies besides Legal High, Your Honour, Jeong Nyeon, The Table, The King, and The Great Battle?

Soji Arai plays Mozasu

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Who is Mozasu? Mozasu is Sunja’s second son and half-brother to her other son, Noa.

Has Soji Arai appeared in any other shows or movies aside from SWAT, Cobra Kai, Dead Ringers, and Tokyo Vice?

Junwoo Han plays Yoseb

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Who is Yoseb? Yoseb is Sunja’s brother-in-law and Kyunghee’s husband.

Has Junwoo Han appeared in any other shows or series apart from Into the Ring, Happiness, The Empire, and Agency?

Sungkyu Kim plays Kim Changho

Meet the cast of Pachinko season 2 on Apple TV+

Who is Kim Changho? Kim is an employee of Hansu.

Hasn’t Sungkyu Kim acted in anything else besides The Outlaws, Kingdom, A Piece of Your Mind, One Ordinary Day, and The King of Pigs?

Panchinko season 2 will debut on Apple TV+ on Friday 23rd August 2024. Sign up to Apple TV+ now.

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2024-08-23 08:34