Kim Soo Hyun’s Upcoming Drama: ‘Knock Off’

Kim Soo Hyun, whose recent K-Drama ‘Queen of Tears’ has solidified his status as one of the industry’s hottest stars, is set to take on another major role. This time, he joins an exceptionally star-studded ensemble in the highly anticipated series titled ‘Knock Off’.

The buzz around ‘Knock Off’ reached a fever pitch on July 13th, with the announcement of actor Kim Mu Yeol joining the already impressive cast. This addition brings the confirmed roles to a remarkable twelve, including famous names like Kwon Na Ra, Jo Bo Ah, Lee Jung Eun, Jo Woo Jin, Kim Eui Sung, Kim Hye Eun, Kang Mal Geum, Go Gyu Pil, Yoo Jae Myung, and Choi Gyu Ri, alongside Kim Soo Hyun.

The plot of ‘Knock Off’ centers around Kim Sung Joon, an ordinary man who finds himself plunged into the chaos of the Asian financial crisis, known in South Korea as the ‘IMF era’. In the face of job loss and economic hard times, Sung Joon turns to the counterfeit industry, eventually becoming a global ‘Counterfeit King’.

With filming scheduled to begin in August 2024, anticipation for the series is already high. Fans are particularly excited about its planned premiere on Disney+, which will make it accessible to a global audience. The combination of a star-studded cast and the gripping storyline set during the IMF era has K-Drama enthusiasts around the world eagerly awaiting ‘Knock Off’.

The confirmed cast for ‘Knock Off’ includes: