Drama and Fists: All About the Second Season of 'Bloodhounds' on Netflix
Season 2 Confirmation: Raw Action Returns!
Netflix officially announced on January 16, 2025, the production of *Bloodhounds Season 2*, continuing the story of boxers fighting organized crime. The first season, based on the homonymous webtoon, had already conquered 190 countries in 2023 with its blend of realism and choreography without doubles. This time, protagonists Woo Do-hwan (Geon-woo) and Lee Sang-yi (Woo-jin) return to face a global illegal boxing league, expanding the scenario beyond the usurious debts of the previous season.
Jung Ji-hoon (Rain): The Villain Everyone Was Waiting For
Singer and actor Rain surprises by taking on his first antagonistic role in 20 years of career. He will play *Baek Jung*, a clandestine betting magnate linked to the international mafia. Teasers show his physical transformation: silver hair and tattoos that reflect his limitless ambition.
Behind the Scenes: Realism Without CGI
Director Kim Joo-hwan returns to the chair, maintaining the philosophy of "zero digital effects in fight scenes". Lee Sang-yi revealed in interviews that he trained 6 hours daily for 3 months to perform 90% of his stunts. A Naver user joked: "If Sang-yi quits acting, he should join Marvel's stunt team!"
The Global Phenomenon: Why Is It Driving the World Crazy?
After its premiere in June 2023, season 1 achieved 42 million viewing hours in its first weekend, ranking in the Top 10 in 78 countries. American YouTubers like *Mike from Chicago* highlighted: "This isn't just action; it's a raw portrait of Korean social inequality".
Korean Community: Theories and Expectations
On platforms like Naver Cafe and Theqoo, debates are raging: Will Woo-jin's younger brother, who appeared seriously injured at the end of season 1, survive? Will Geon-woo have a romance with lawyer Kang (new character played by Kim Ji-won)?
When Will It Premiere and What's Next?
Although the official date remains under wraps, leaks from Ghost Studio point to a premiere in November 2025, with 8 episodes of 50 minutes. In parallel, an animated spin-off was confirmed that will explore the past of villain Baek Jung, produced by the Japanese studio MAPPA (*Attack on Titan*).