Title: The Whirlwind (Korean: 돌풍)
Synopsis:
The Whirlwind is a 2024 South Korean political drama series available on Netflix. It explores the intense power struggle between Park Dong-ho, the Prime Minister who orchestrates a presidential assassination to upend the political landscape, and Jeong Su-jin, the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs who strives to thwart his plans and seize power for herself.
- Sol Kyung-gu as Park Dong-ho, the Prime Minister and Acting President of the Republic of Korea.
- Kim Hee-ae as Jeong Su-jin, the Deputy Prime Minister and a party leader.
Supporting Cast:
- Kim Mi-sook as Choi Yeon-sook, Chief of Staff at the Blue House.
- Kim Hong-pa as Jang Il-jun, the President of South Korea.
- Kim Young-min as Kang Sang-woon, Vice Chairman of Daejin Group entangled in the political conflict.
- Im Se-mi as Seo Jeong-yeon, Dong-ho's assistant.
- Jeon Bae-soo as Lee Jang-seok, head of the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office.
- Various others including political figures, corporate leaders, and family members of the main characters.
Episodes:
The series consists of 12 episodes, all released on June 28, 2024.
Production Details:
-Development: Written by Park Kyung-soo (known for *The Chaser*, *Punch*, *Whisper*) and directed by Kim Yong-wan.
-Casting: Originally considered for Kim Hee-ae and Han Suk-kyu; later starred Sol Kyung-gu alongside Kim Hee-ae.
-Filming: Principal photography started in the second half of 2022.
Release:
Netflix confirmed the series release date of June 28, 2024.
This political drama promises to delve into complex themes of power, betrayal, and ambition within the corridors of South Korean politics, featuring a stellar cast and compelling storyline.
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