Choi Woo Shik and Son Seok Koo embraced their dark sides as a killer and a detective in the newest Netflix series "A Killer Paradox," much to the fans' surprise.

The drama received critical acclaim from viewers and critics around the world, becoming one of the most talked about works today in the Hallyu scene.

Is it really worth the hype? Here's what sets the show from any other thriller series in the whole K-drama catalog. Read to know more.

'A Killer Paradox' Delivers High Tension Narrative To Viewers

Netflix has a lot of thriller action releases already and although "A Killer Paradox" seems to have similarities with others, it's an altogether different kind of show.

"A Killer Paradox" not only explores the different faces of justice but it also posits the opposing moral introspection of something more troubling through its questionable characters.

The series tells the story of a young ordinary boy who goes on a wild goose chase with the police after accidentally killing the most wanted high profile serial killer in South Korea.

While he can be viewed as a superhero who takes down bad guys, his short-lived guilt transforms into a special ability to kill people without being sorry for his victims at all.

"A Killer Paradox" is a show that evolves in every episode, pushing the viewers at the edge of their seats in each second. It's become a thrilling experience more than just a drama to binge.

Lastly, the colorful and over-the-top performances that Choi Woo Shik and Son Seok Koo showcased aren't to be missed so make sure to check it out.

'A Killer Paradox' Faces Criticisms Amid Acclaim

Like many successful works, "A Killer Paradox" also received criticisms from the public amid its success.

After its premiere, the show finds itself at the center of a huge controversy for "tainting" the reputation of Lee Jae Myung, a prominent figure in South Korean politics.

In the show, a character in the show is portrayed as a corrupt chairman of a construction company. Many viewers speculated that they were playing Lee Jae Myung as they allegedly mirror real life events associated with the politician.

However, Netflix responded by dismissing the claims, saying that the accusations have no merit. The production company emphasized that everything was coincidental, and insisted on creative freedom in adapting the original webtoon from 2010.

With this, Choi Woo Shik and Son Seok Koo's "A Killer Paradox" displayed a vivid example of how stories can entertain and provoke in equal measure. Catch all 8 episodes of "A Killer Paradox" on Netflix with English subtitles for worldwide viewers.

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Written by Elijah Mully.