‘Hellbound 2’ Struggles With Casting Lineup? Here’s What We Know
Netflix's "Hellbound" is in the middle of casting problems after one of its actors dropped out of the series.
With the success of season 1, not to mention the cliffhanger ending, viewers are looking forward to the sequel to the webcomic-based series. However, as "Hellbound 2" gears for its release, Netflix revealed that one of its original cast members will not be participating in the sequel.
'Hellbound' 2 Cast: Yang Dong Geun To Be Replaced by Hong Eui Joon
In a report, the streaming giant announced on June 12 that Yang Dong Geun dropped out of "Hellbound 2" due to personal circumstances.
Back in March 2023, Netflix introduced a mix of returning and new cast members joining the upcoming season, which includes Yang Dong Geun, who will appear as Sodo leader.
However, following his decision not to continue his appearance in "Hellbound 2," rumors sparked that he would be replaced by Hong Eui Joon. He played bit roles in "Hospital Playlist Season 2," "The Forbidden Marriage," and "Voice Season 4: Judgment Hour," and a supporting role in "Bad Prosecutor."
Apart from Yang Dong Geun, season 1 lead star Yoo Ah In stepped down from his role as The New Truth leader Jung In Soo.
The decision came after the award-winning star got wrapped up in a controversy involving him in illegal substance use. As Yoo Ah In's investigation is ongoing, the scandal-ridden actor is on acting hiatus.
In addition, his upcoming projects like Netflix's "Goodbye Earth" and current endorsements have been affected by the negative publicity.
With this, Yoo Ah In was replaced by Kim Sung Chul, who will play the new Jung Jin Soo.
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The 31-year-old actor headlined the rom-com series "Our Beloved Summer," along with Kim Da Mi and Choi Woo Shik, as well as "Do You Like Brahms?" in 2020.
'Hellbound' Season 2 Cast
Amid the changes to the "Hellbound 2" cast, notable stars will continue to join the upcoming sequel.
Kim Hyun Joo is set to return as attorney Min Hye Jin, who will go against The New Truth and the Arrowhead.
Kim Shin Rok reprises her role as Park Jung Ja, who appeared in the last episode of season 1.
Adding to the list of returning cast members are Lee Dong Hee, Yang Ik Jun, and Lee Re as Kim Jung Chil, Jin Kyung Hun, and Jin Hee Jung, respectively.
Meanwhile, Moon Geun Young will have a special role and is set to take on the role of Sunshine Class Teacher and one of The Arrowheads.
As for the story of "Hellbound" season 2, it will focus on the resurrection of Park Jung Ja and the return of Jung Jin Soo.
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