Watch: Kong Hyo Jin Eliminates Criminals As Legendary Assassin While Husband Jung Jun Won Closes In On Her Secret In “A Bona Fide Killer”

“A Bona Fide Killer” has unveiled a new teaser!

“A Bona Fide Killer” is an action drama about a working mother with a lethal job who is fighting to protect her work-life balance. Kong Hyo Jin stars as Yu Bo Na, the seemingly ordinary manager of Sales Team 3 at Durumi Electronics, who is also secretly the legendary sniper known as “Kingfisher.”

The newly released teaser opens with Yu Bo Na’s calm remark, “Let’s do it during the day,” as she then coolly aims a sniper rifle from a rooftop. When her team leader Kim Bong Pal (Sung Dong Il) asks, “Is it strategically better to do it during the day?” Yu Bo Na casually replies, “No, it’s because I have to pick up my child,” creating a humorous contrast between her deadly profession and her everyday life as a mother.

The teaser then highlights Yu Bo Na’s fierce charisma as she sets out to eliminate a recently released criminal, accompanied by her ominous line, “May the happiest day of his life become the day of his funeral.”

However, the mood quickly shifts when a phone call from her mother-in-law sends Yu Bo Na rushing home. In stark contrast to her fearless assassin persona, she quietly bows her head as she endures the harsh scolding of her stern and abrasive mother-in-law Ok Sun Ja (Cha Mi Kyung).

Meanwhile, Kwon Tae Sung (Jung Jun Won) proves himself to be the model of a devoted husband. He affectionately embraces his wife and, when his domineering mother causes a scene by throwing food, he shields Yu Bo Na with his body. Standing up to his mother, he firmly declares, “She’s my precious wife. So please never treat my wife or my family carelessly again.”

At the same time, Tae Sung’s determination as a reporter adds another layer of tension. As he relentlessly investigates crime scenes, questioning whether each case is murder or merely an accident, he has earned the nickname “Kingfisher expert” for his relentless pursuit of the truth behind the legendary sniper Kingfisher. His investigation gradually brings him closer to uncovering the true identity of the person he loves most—his own wife.

Detective Lee Dong Jin (Lee Sang Yi) also springs into action after learning that Kingfisher has resurfaced. While reassuring his best friend Tae Sung, “I’ll protect your kind wife and adorable Yul,” he simultaneously vows, “Welcome back, Kingfisher,” as he relentlessly pursues the elusive sniper. Unaware that the criminal he is hunting is actually someone he has sworn to protect, Dong Jin closes in on Kingfisher, foreshadowing the tangled fate that awaits them.

The teaser ends by introducing a series of criminals Yu Bo Na has set her sights on. As her daughter Kwon Yul (Hwang Bom Yi) innocently asks, “Mom, what do you do for work?” Yu Bo Na quietly replies, “Something the world needs.”

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“A Bona Fide Killer” will premiere on July 31 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

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Jung Jun Won And Lee Sang Yi Unknowingly Chase After Kong Hyo Jin In New Drama “A Bona Fide Killer” Posters

MBC’s upcoming drama “A Bona Fide Killer” has unveiled new character posters!

“A Bona Fide Killer” is an action drama about a working mother with a lethal job who is fighting to protect her work-life balance. In what marks her first MBC drama in 15 years, Kong Hyo Jin stars as Yu Bo Na, the seemingly ordinary manager of Sales Team 3 at Durumi Electronics, who is secretly the legendary sniper known as “Kingfisher.”

The posters capture the conflicting relationships among Yu Bo Na, Kwon Tae Seong (Jung Jun Won), and Lee Dong Jin (Lee Sang Yi), who each live by different beliefs. The tense pursuit between the three characters—Yu Bo Na, a killer who personally punishes criminals; Kwon Tae Seong, a social affairs reporter who digs into the truth behind cases; and Lee Dong Jin, a detective destined to apprehend criminals—is expected to become a key point of interest in the series as they each seek to achieve justice in their own way.

In the poster, Yu Bo Na stares coldly straight ahead while holding a sniper rifle. True to her reputation as a sniper who takes down vicious criminals with a single shot, she announces her spectacular return to the field, using a rooftop with a wide-open view as her stage. Her flawless all-black outfit reveals the instincts of a killer who does not tolerate even the slightest margin of error. The phrase, “OK, shall we go?” that she says ahead of a client meeting also adds to the intrigue. She is fierce yet spirited as she picks up a gun to protect someone precious to her.

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Kwon Tae Seong displays a gaze that blends persistence and emptiness. The employee badge hanging around his neck reflects his sense of duty as a passionate reporter pursuing the truth, but his eyes also reveal the confusion he feels upon encountering signs of Kingfisher’s return. His question, “Are you sure it’s Kingfisher?” brings his past back to the surface, recalling his days as the reporter who once exclusively covered Kingfisher before he abandoned reporting after a certain incident.

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Lee Dong Jin reveals his strong determination to apprehend criminals as he points a handgun with a flawless stance. Having chosen the path of a detective rather than pursuing personal revenge despite experiencing a tragedy during his school days, the police identification card attached to his clothing symbolizes his destiny to uphold the law and justice. The phrase, “Nice to see you, Kingfisher!” encapsulates his relentless pursuit instinct built over a long period of time.

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The production team said, “Through these character posters, we wanted to show the contrast between the three characters with different beliefs within a single space, the rooftop. Please look forward to the individual stories of killer Yu Bo Na, reporter Kwon Tae Seong, and detective Lee Dong Jin, that will each be portrayed in a balanced way, creating an unpredictable development.”

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“A Bona Fide Killer” will premiere on July 31 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

In the meantime, watch Kong Hyo Jin in “Crazy Romance” on Viki below:

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July Drama Actor Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for drama actors!

The rankings were determined through a data analysis of the media coverage, participation, interaction, and community indexes of 100 actors who appeared in dramas that aired between June 14 and July 14.

So Ji Sub, who is currently tearing up the screen in the hit drama “Agent Kim Reactivated,” topped this month’s list with a brand reputation index of 6,583,287. High-ranking phrases in his keyword analysis included “paternal love,” “tune in,” and “middle-aged vigilante,” while his highest-ranking related terms included “solid,” “satisfying,” and “ weighty.” So Ji Sub’s positivity-negativity analysis also revealed a score of 93.58 percent positive reactions.

Heo Nam Jun, who recently stole hearts in “My Royal Nemesis,” took second place with a brand reputation index of 5,934,217 for the month.

“Teach You a Lesson” stars Kim Moo Yul and Jin Ki Joo took the next two spots on the list: Kim Moo Yul ranked third with a brand reputation index of 5,562,319, while Jin Ki Joo followed in fourth with a score of 4,078,934.

Park Ji Hoon, who most recently starred in “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier,” came in at a close fifth with a brand reputation index of 4,037,804 for July.

Check out the top 29 for this month below!

  1. So Ji Sub
  2. Heo Nam Jun
  3. Kim Moo Yul
  4. Jin Ki Joo
  5. Park Ji Hoon
  6. Lim Ji Yeon
  7. Yoon Kyung Ho
  8. Park Ji Hyun
  9. Lee Jun Young
  10. Lee Ju Myoung
  11. Gong Myoung
  12. Choi Min Sik
  13. Kim Min Ha
  14. Kim Min Seok
  15. Lee Sang Yi
  16. Jeon Hye Jin
  17. Namkoong Min
  18. Son Naeun
  19. Joo Sang Wook
  20. Seo In Guk
  21. Oh Jung Se
  22. Choi Dae Hoon
  23. Kang Mina
  24. Lee Min Ho
  25. Shin Ye Eun
  26. Han Dong Hee
  27. Lee Jae Wook
  28. Youn Yuh Jung
  29. Lee Seol

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“The Village Barber” Season 2 Confirms Premiere Plans And Cast Park Bo Gum, Lee Sang Yi, And Ko Kyung Pyo

“The Village Barber” is gearing up for Season 2!

Earlier in April, it was confirmed that “The Village Barber” will be returning with a second season. On July 10, mydaily reported that tvN’s “The Village Barber” is gearing up to start filming at the end of August and that the program will star Park Bo Gum, Lee Sang Yi, and Ko Kyung Pyo.

On July 13, tvN confirmed that “The Village Barber 2” will premiere in November.

“The Village Barber,” which wrapped up its first season on April 3, is a variety show in which Park Bo Gum ran a barbershop in a remote rural village together with his close friends Lee Sang Yi and Kwak Dong Yeon. Although Kwak Dong Yeon will be unable to partake in Season 2, Ko Kyung Pyo will join as a new cast member.

Park Bo Gum and Ko Kyung Pyo starred in “Naeil’s Cantabile” and “Reply 1988” together, boasting a friendship that spans across more than 10 years and raising anticipation for Ko Kyung Pyo’s role as a new cast member.

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Rising Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has published this month’s brand reputation rankings for rising stars!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of various rising stars’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from May 30 to June 30.

Heo Nam Jun shot to the top of this month’s list with a brand reputation index of 4,326,723.

RESCENE rose to second place with a brand reputation index of 4,259,501, marking a 15.17 percent increase in their score since last month.

Meanwhile, Jin Ki Joo came in at a close third with a brand reputation index of 4,128,452.

Park Ji Hoon held onto his spot at fourth place with a brand reputation index of 3,941,209, marking a 10.86 percent rise in his score since last month.

Finally, Byeon Woo Seok rounded out the top five with a brand reputation index of 3,820,933.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

  1. Heo Nam Jun
  2. RESCENE
  3. Jin Ki Joo
  4. Park Ji Hoon
  5. Byeon Woo Seok
  6. CORTIS
  7. Kim Moo Yul
  8. Kim Yong Bin
  9. Stray Kids
  10. Jang Han Byul
  11. Seongri
  12. Park Ji Hyeon
  13. I.O.I
  14. WOODZ (Cho Seung Youn)
  15. Lim Ji Yeon
  16. Lee Sang Yi
  17. Jung Kyung Ho
  18. Han Hye Jin
  19. ENHYPEN
  20. Lee Jong Suk
  21. Kim Jae Won
  22. Lee Jun Young
  23. Go Youn Jung
  24. Joo Woo Jae
  25. DAY6
  26. RIIZE
  27. Kim Se Jeong
  28. Rowoon
  29. Lee Jung Jae
  30. Jung Woo

Watch Heo Nam Jun in “A Hundred Memories” on Viki below:

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Jung Jun Won, Lee Sang Yi, And More Are Determined To Track Down Assassin Kong Hyo Jin In New Drama “A Bona Fide Killer”

“A Bona Fide Killer” has unveiled new stills of characters involved in uncovering Kong Hyo Jin’s secret identity!

“A Bona Fide Killer” is an action drama about a working mother with a lethal job who is fighting to protect her work-life balance. Kong Hyo Jin stars as Yu Bo Na, the seemingly ordinary manager of Sales Team 3 at Durumi Electronics, who is also secretly the legendary sniper known as “Kingfisher.”

The stills show the Not Today investigative reporting team and the Nambu Police Station Violent Crimes Unit 2 tracking the legendary sniper Kingfisher. Not Today’s veteran reporter Kwon Tae Sung (Jung Jun Won) and rookie reporter Koo Hae Na (Han Chae Rin) carry out an unpredictable reporting journey, while Lee Dong Jin (Lee Sang Yi) and Beom Seong Hun (Choi Woo Sung) of Nambu Police Station narrow the investigative net through teamwork as they work to catch Kingfisher.

Kwon Tae Sung is known for diving headfirst into dangerous situations without hesitation, consistently landing exclusive stories. He once worked as a reporter specializing in Kingfisher, neither blindly idolizing the sniper nor branding her as a mere criminal. However, after an undisclosed incident, he stopped all reporting and is thrown into confusion by Kingfisher’s sudden return.

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Koo Hae Na follows her direct supervisor Kwon Tae Sung with unwavering enthusiasm. In unpredictable field reporting situations, the two face a series of incidents together, showcasing a distinct senior-junior dynamic.

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Lieutenant Lee Dong Jin of Nambu Police Station’s Violent Crimes Unit 2 is an ace detective who goes directly to the scene and is known for maintaining a high arrest rate. Having once experienced a deep sense of helplessness during a previous Kingfisher case, he cannot understand the public’s admiration and fascination with the sniper. He has deep empathy for the suffering of crime victims and is committed to the reopened Kingfisher investigation.

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Beom Seong Hun is the youngest member of the Violent Crimes Unit 2 and Lee Dong Jin’s loyal partner. He not only acts as Lee Dong Jin’s reliable right-hand man in pursuing the shared goal of capturing Kingfisher but also occasionally moves the investigation forward with simple questions that help break through investigative dead ends.

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“A Bona Fide Killer” will premiere on July 31 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

In the meantime, watch Jung Jun Won in “VIP” below:

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Rising Actor Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for rising actors!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of various rising actors’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from May 25 to June 25.

Heo Nam Jun shot to the top of the list after seeing a whopping 119.54 percent increase in his brand reputation index since last month, bringing his total score to 4,165,781.

Meanwhile, Jin Ki Joo came in at a close second with a brand reputation index of 4,090,331.

Park Ji Hoon took third place with a brand reputation index of 3,821,636, marking a 17.38 percent rise in his score since last month.

Kim Moo Yul jumped to fourth place on the list with a brand reputation index of 3,686,629 for the month.

Finally, Byeon Woo Seok rounded out the top five with a brand reputation index of 3,673,638, marking a 26.82 percent increase in his score.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

  1. Heo Nam Jun
  2. Jin Ki Joo
  3. Park Ji Hoon
  4. Kim Moo Yul
  5. Byeon Woo Seok
  6. Koo Kyo Hwan
  7. Lee Sang Yi
  8. Park Bo Young
  9. Lim Ji Yeon
  10. Go Youn Jung
  11. Kim Jae Won
  12. Jung Kyung Ho
  13. Lee Jun Young
  14. Kim Se Jeong
  15. Han Dong Hee
  16. Park Seo Joon
  17. Park Jeong Min
  18. Kim Go Eun
  19. Park Shin Hye
  20. Han Hye Jin
  21. Jung Woo
  22. Kim Nam Gil
  23. Lee Je Hoon
  24. Lee Jung Jae
  25. Park Min Young
  26. Oh Jung Se
  27. Ahn Hyo Seop
  28. Han Ji Min
  29. 2PM’s Lee Junho
  30. Lee Jong Suk

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5th Blue Dragon Series Awards Announces Nominees

The nominees for the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards have been announced!

Sports Chosun, which also presents the annual Blue Dragon Film Awards, launched Korea’s first award ceremony specifically for streaming platforms in 2022. In light of the continuing growth of OTT (over-the-top) streaming platforms, the Blue Dragon Series Awards honors excellence in dramas and variety shows produced by these streaming services.

The nominees were selected through online voting that took place from June 17 through 30 as well as evaluations by Sports Chosun entertainment news reporters and industry expert surveys regarding original content that was released from June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026.

Check out the nominees below!

Best Drama

Best Actor

Best Actress

Best Supporting Actor

Best Supporting Actress

Best New Actor

Best New Actress

  • Kim Min (“Low Life”)
  • Bang Hyo Rin (“Aema”)
  • Seo Ji Hye (“The Scarecrow”)
  • Arin (“S LINE”)
  • Jeon So Young (“If Wishes Could Kill”)

Best Variety Show

  • “Screwballs 4”
  • “Better Late Than Single”
  • “Jae Seok’s B&B Rules!”
  • “The White Collars 2”
  • “Culinary Class Wars 2”

Best Male Entertainer

  • Kim Won Hun (“SNL Korea 8”)
  • Shin Dong Yup (“SNL Korea 8”)
  • Yu Jae Seok (“Jae Seok’s B&B Rules!”)
  • Lee Kwang Soo (“Jae Seok’s B&B Rules!”)
  • Joo Woo Jae (“Screwballs 4”)

Best Female Entertainer

Best New Male Entertainer

  • Kim Kyu Won (“SNL Korea 8”)
  • Kim Seon Ho (“Bonjour Bakery”)
  • Byeon Woo Seok (“Jae Seok’s B&B Rules!”)
  • Car, the Garden (“Better Late Than Single”)
  • Hu Deok Juk (“Culinary Class Wars 2”)

Best New Female Entertainer

  • Kim Sihyeon (“Culinary Class Wars 2”)
  • Kim Ye Won (“EXchange 4”)
  • Shim Ja Yoon (Yoon) (“The White Collars 2”)
  • Ahn Joo Mi (“SNL Korea 8”)
  • Choi Mina Sue (“Single’s Inferno 5”)

The 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards will take place on July 31. Stay tuned for updates!

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“My Royal Nemesis” And Its Stars Top Most Buzzworthy Drama And Actor Rankings In Final Week On Air

“My Royal Nemesis” wrapped up its run by sweeping all of the top spots on this week’s rankings of the most buzzworthy dramas and actors!

In its final week on air, “My Royal Nemesis” rose to No. 1 on Good Data Corporation’s weekly list of the dramas that generated the most buzz. The company determines each week’s rankings by collecting data from news articles, blog posts, online communities, videos, and social media about dramas that are either currently airing or set to air soon.

Not only did “My Royal Nemesis” top the list of the most buzzworthy dramas, but its stars also dominated the list of the most buzzworthy drama cast members. Lim Ji Yeon and Heo Nam Jun topped the list at No. 1 and No. 2 respectively, while Jang Seung Jo held onto his spot at No. 7.

Netflix’s “Teach You a Lesson” took No. 2 on this week’s drama list, while stars Kim Moo Yul and Jin Ki Joo ranked No. 4 and No. 6 respectively on the actor list.

tvN’s “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” maintained its position at No. 3 on the drama list, and its cast also made a strong showing on the actor list: Park Ji Hoon came in at No. 3, Lee Sang Yi at No. 8, and Lee Hong Nae at No. 9.

JTBC’s “Reborn Rookie” held steady at No. 4 on the drama list, with star Lee Jun Young rising to No. 5 on the actor list.

tvN’s “See You at Work Tomorrow!” jumped to No. 5 on the drama list, and star Seo In Guk entered the actor list at No. 10.

Finally, SBS’s new series “Agent Kim Reactivated” debuted at No. 10 on this week’s drama list.

The top 10 dramas that generated the most buzz this week are as follows:

  1. SBS “My Royal Nemesis”
  2. Netflix “Teach You a Lesson” 
  3. tvN “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier”
  4. JTBC “Reborn Rookie”
  5. ENA “Doctor on the Edge”
  6. tvN “See You at Work Tomorrow!”
  7. MBC “Fifties Professionals”
  8. Netflix “The WONDERfools”
  9. KBS2 “Recipe for Love”
  10. SBS “Agent Kim Reactivated”

Meanwhile, the top 10 drama actors that generated the most buzz this week are as follows:

  1. Lim Ji Yeon (“My Royal Nemesis”)
  2. Heo Nam Jun (“My Royal Nemesis”)
  3. Park Ji Hoon (“The Legend of Kitchen Soldier”)
  4. Kim Moo Yul (“Teach You a Lesson”)
  5. Lee Jun Young (“Reborn Rookie”)
  6. Jin Ki Joo (“Teach You a Lesson”)
  7. Jang Seung Jo (“My Royal Nemesis”)
  8. Lee Sang Yi (“The Legend of Kitchen Soldier”)
  9. Lee Hong Nae (“The Legend of Kitchen Soldier”)
  10. Seo In Guk (“See You at Work Tomorrow!”)

Binge-watch all of “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” with subtitles on Viki below:

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And all of “Fifties Professionals” here:

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Or catch up on “Reborn Rookie” below!

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Lee Sang Yi Is A Detective With A Painful Past And A Firm Belief In The Legal System In New Action Drama

MBC’s upcoming drama “A Bona fide Killer” (working title) has unveiled the first glimpse of Lee Sang Yi in character!

“A Bona fide Killer” is an action drama that follows the story of a working mother with the most lethal job in the world as she fights to protect her work–life balance. Kong Hyo Jin plays Yu Bo Na, the manager of Sales Team 3 at Durumi Electronics and a legendary sniper known as “Kingfisher.”

Lee Sang Yi plays Lee Dong Jin, a detective who relentlessly pursues the mysterious figure known as “Kingfisher.” Unable to understand the public’s fascination with Kingfisher, he stands at the forefront of the investigation, driven by his belief that criminals must face justice. Knowing the pain of crime victims better than anyone, he regards catching Kingfisher as his personal mission of justice and pursues her relentlessly.

The newly released stills show Lee Dong Jin combing through crime scenes in search of clues. His sharp gaze and meticulous demeanor reveal his determination not to overlook even the smallest clue. His commanding presence, befitting an ace detective with a high arrest rate, also catches the eye.Lee Sang Yi Is A Detective With A Painful Past And A Firm Belief In The Legal System In New Action Drama插图 Lee Sang Yi Is A Detective With A Painful Past And A Firm Belief In The Legal System In New Action Drama插图1 Lee Sang Yi Is A Detective With A Painful Past And A Firm Belief In The Legal System In New Action Drama插图2

Lee Sang Yi is expected to portray not only Lee Dong Jin’s tough exterior but also his painful past—which led him to firmly believe in the legal system—and his complex inner world. Another key point to watch is how his convictions, which initially led him to see Kingfisher as nothing more than a target to be captured, will evolve as he encounters various incidents and characters.

The production team commented, “Lee Sang Yi brings fresh energy to the set every time and breathes life into his character. We hope viewers will show great interest in his powerful acting transformation.”

“A Bona fide Killer” is set to premiere on July 31 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

While you wait, watch Lee Sang Yi in “The Village Barber”:

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