The situation
Sung Dong Il has been cast as Kim Bong Pal, the team leader of Sales Team 3 at Durumi Electronics, in the upcoming MBC drama "A Bona Fide Killer" starring Kong Hyo Jin. His character is a skilled and caring leader who will do whatever it takes to protect his team. The drama follows Kong Hyo Jin's character, Yu Bo Na, a working mother with a secret life as a legendary sniper.
What the internet did with it
- Netizens on Theqoo are generally unbothered, with some commenting on Sung Dong Il's versatility as an actor and how he can pull off any role.
- The production team's praise for Sung Dong Il's acting skills has been noted, with many looking forward to seeing him bring depth to the character of Kim Bong Pal.
- — "he's going to make this drama worth watching, his acting is always on point"
The open question
The exact nature of Kim Bong Pal's relationship with Yu Bo Na and how he will support her in her secret life as a killer remains to be seen, with the drama's premiere on July 31 set to reveal more about their dynamic. How Sung Dong Il's character will balance his loyalty to his team with his involvement in Yu Bo Na's activities is still unclear.