Bloodhounds

The Story Pulls You In But...

The story of a boxer who's mom gets scammed by a big company and is left with a permeant scare ya know at first i was iffy but after the first or second episode i immediately got dragged in and absolute loved it if you are a fan of boxing or mma or even hand to hand combat this is definitely your show full of amazing story build and character development and anticipation that keeps you from leaving this show is really amazing!

Now let me get to one thing i didn't like about this show, The fact that all the killing happened on the good guys side i mean hell man they lost Tae Ho and Yang Jung who were definitely sad deaths for sure but with the death of Doo Young I Felt Utter Sadness and Disappointment the reason for my disappointment lies in the fact that Geon Woo and Yoo Jin dont kill anyone for example when they had in beom down in the bookstore they should have finished him off i know it was about keeping the boxers heart but by them leaving him alive gave to many opportunity for him to come back and there is no such thing is boxers heart when someone hurts your momma so ultimately the deaths were caused by the main charcters own self pride and sustainability but caused a father to die in front of his wife to me its just not logical to have had In Beom Get beaten than left then beaten then left then beaten again i mean really just not logical.

Other Than That It Was Defintly A Good Watch Not Gonna Rewatch But a Good Inital Watch!

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Great in the beginning but fell short halfway through

This was a decent series in the first three episodes. I saw them setting up the plot for the long run, but due to unfortunate circumstances and casting revisions (therefore slight plot changes?), it didn’t deliver in the end. I am a little over halfway done with the last episode as I write this and I just can’t wait for it to be over with tbh.

I LOVED the casting, the “OG” crew with Mr. Choi and Hyeonju and the two knifers. I believed they were an important part of why I cared about anything in the show - the “found family” trope was strong, especially since it could be traced to one person (Mr. Choi + his ride or dies + his granddaughter, later adding Woojin + Gunwoo). I knew they wouldn’t all survive and I was ready for it, but not in the way it panned out.

The knifers had been in this business for YEARS. They were actively planning on taking down the guy who brought the downfall of their organization years ago. It’s hard to believe they would be so careless as to leave personal items behind to trace their loved ones or look at a busted door alarm and not be super vigilant since you’re in the MIDDLE of an organizational takedown. I knew they’d have to fight, but there’s just no way they’d be ambushed due to these details.

And of course with everything that had happened with Saeron, her scenes were cut
to show her minimally and only up to what was important to the initial plot, but I feel like because of that, it lacked any luster after Mr. Choi died. Her character had a fierce personality and she was learning the ways of that “career path;” it’s hard to believe that she’d let these deaths go so easily and fly off to Rome by herself (not even inviting the 2 main leads who her grandfather wanted to go with after this mission). Her disappearance caused the plot to be lost a little in the overall revenge, especially because she was so important from the get-go. This started with Mr. Choi and even if they got other people involved with him to help bring him the revenge that was deserved, it didn’t make as much impact as if it were Hyeonju who helped end things.

Even the introduction to Mr. Oh’s granddaughter felt like too much replication of the plot (with her wanting to help her grandfather and randomly being a great archer, etc.). It wasn’t the fix that this show needed, and I don’t think anything other than having Hyeonju finish it would have helped in my opinion.

Even the ending where Gunwoo was buddying up with the criminals who pretended to be homeless & stole their IDs was completely out of character. He has a high sense of justice and even if they needed his help to take down the bigger evil, I don’t believe he would be so casually joyful with them because of the things he’d done to the weak/people with disabilities.

The original casting was amazing though; I love Dohwan and watched this for him! I love the camaraderie of Woojin + Gunwoo, the budding of Hyeonju’s character opening up, the knifers’ loyalty and expertise.

The fight scenes were so fun to watch and really well choreographed. I was on the edge of my seat when the knifers had their last fight, and every time the 2 main leads were able to show off their boxing/fighting skills as well.

This series had great potential and it’s so unfortunate that Saeron had to be edited out so much, and that this was her last project fulfilled. Her scenes were powerful and important. I hope since there are talks of a second season, it makes more sense in terms of plot and consistency overall.

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Friendship Goals

I love fighting and car chases in shows and this drama is no exception, the scenes were so exciting especially the training montage in episode 5.
I love the bromance between Gun Woo and Woo Jin, they always have eachothers back and would die for eachother, god I want this friendship.

Episode 6 had no chill I wasn't able to grief anyone's death. Doo Young and Yang Jung could have overthrown them but they were caught off guard, I expected Mr Choi to die since he is old but damn not that brutal. I knew something bad was going to happen when Doo Young announced he was going to be a father and the wholesome drinking montage.

I understand the actress career is basically dead after the DUI but I really liked her character in the show sure she was annoying at the start but the more she was around the more likeable she was.

I feel like after episode 6 it was a bit of a drag, a new grandfather and granddaughter duo that no offence wasn't really necessary it was alright but they could have introduced the granddaughter earlier, I kind of shipped Woo Jin with Mr Oh's granddaughter but then again they could be more like siblings.
I feel like it should have more of a build up for the downfall of Myeong Gil it was very rushed. I wanted Myeong Gil to suffer.

I was so confused during one of the scenes in episode 8 when the guy got poisoned, the stabbing and the girl that got hit with a truck (which was an utterly jumpscare XD).

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One of the best action and revenge drama of the year.

I'm more than familiar with Woo Do Hwan as an actor, he's the one who made me check out this series and I don't regret it.

I would like to say that a lot of k-dramas tends to fall too much into the cheesy cliché when it comes to good people supporting each other to accomplish a goal/revenge (example Mad Dog, Taxi Driver S2), the interactions just become superficial and predictable, good storyline is replaced by humour.

Here, the series had the perfect balance between emotion, action and intensity with humor and the relationships between the characters.

Woo Do Hwan here is showing how much he is one of the most promising young actors in South Korea, his acting of a good kid wanting to protect his loved ones was embodied perfectly, we really feel for him. But I have to say, it wouldn't have been the same without Lee Sang Yi completing him. The two have shown us a very strong friendship, which goes beyond social expectations and is based entirely on the instant friendship and familiar feeling they got toward each other since they've met. Their moments of support have been truly admirable. Woo Do Hwan making us feel like he needed Lee Sang Yi, his hyung. They supported each other until the end.

Park Sung Woong was a perfect antagonist, just the right amount of annoyance, complexity and substance. A real psychopath.

As for Kim Sae Ron, I was surprised when she abruptly left the show after Lee Sang Yi's life was in the balance, without really saying goodbye, but I guess it make sense for her to fulfill her grandfather's wish by going in Italy, I would have hoped for it to be written better.

Speaking of writing, the script is just awesome, it's simple but intense, the fighting choreographies are very realistic, I felt really engaged in the story. And for once the police are quite effective and the nepo kid is likeable. So what more could you ask for ?

I just hope to see Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi on the same screen one day, they have great chemistry.

I recommend this series without hesitation.

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NO GUNS, ONLY BOXING JABS

This lesson is for people not to borrow money from the loan-sharks. full packed action, great fighting skills, amazing collaboration between actors, and good plots. Geon-Woon (Woo Do-Hwan) was capable to punch men right on the face, a kind-heart amateur boxer fought against Woo-Jin in local ring, the two bonded together with a benevolent moneylender to take down a ruthless loan shark who preys on the financially desperate people. Story began when Geon Woon's pitiful mom borrowed money from a loan-shark and got attack because she couldn't pay back the money she borrowed, in order to save her Geon Woon need to get money to pay them back, with the help of Woo-Jin's connection he got a job as a bodyguard with 2 years advance pay to paid off mom's debt. His job was to watch over his employer's grand daughter that has been watching the operation of syndicate thief as they used it to taking loans using homeless men's ID.

Apparently the operation connected to bigger scale of loan sharks. People they care died as they saw it to find justice for them. Don't see gun use in the drama, lots of hit punch jabs, which is awesome. Woo Do-Hwan built as tough as a boxer but his bright smiles proved his naive character, innocent young men who would fight to powerful loan-shark just because.

Skills and fight were real.

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Pretty weak characters, Pretty good plot

Pretty solid writing on the plot, but weak writing with the way they handle the characters and their relationships. It's like they hung a few personality and character traits and let it carry the whole 8 episodes. Like okay, Woojin is a cheap Marine nerd and Gun-woo is your typical hero MC who's poor with a heart of gold. No other background to Woojin whatsoever even if he's supposed to be one of the two main characters. Their friendship is very steady and was never put to the test. The pace is terrific for me to keep watching despite having pretty weak character writing or development. I did not cry when anyone died except Dokyeon (?), who locked his wife in the room and was expecting a son in two months. Myeon-gil is one of the biggest bastards I've seen in any drama ever. Ugh.

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Bloodhounds Review - ZyKuu

"A brotherhood between two boxers" - This drama outlines two marines that fight side by side to take on the loan sharks at Smile Capital. The story was easy to follow and lacked any plot holes, although it did feel as if some points of the plot were fast forwarded. The fighting scenes were choreographed very well, and the episodes did a wonderful job at ending right at the climax, wanting you to jump right into the next episode.I enjoyed the bond and unity that Gun-woo and Woo-jin shared, even when faced with adversity they always fought together until the very end. The side cast was cool, my favourite being member being Mr. Choi. One nitpick would be the character development, I felt as if the characters from the beginning did not really change in the end. The OST is nonexistent. Overall a good watch, I would recommend this as a great introductory series to anyone who enjoys action.

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Good action show, i would surely recommend

As i said the show was good ,it has friendship, fun, fight ,frustration all of that in it .The show started good but cuz of bad story line it wasn't that interesting
°things i liked
1.good action scenes though sometime unnatural but comparing to other shows they were good
2. The friendship among main leads ,mr.cho and his friend
3. That little comedy, i personal liked it
4. The whole show in general ,

° things i didn't liked
1. The storyline it's just straight off stupid and basic a lot of things just don't make sense ,they were gang members but still left so many proofs for the villan side like be fr ,there nothing that will make you go ohh i didn't accepted it , a very basic story line , the ending eps and how quickly they got caught
2. Exist of hyunju ,let's be she was the last person who would leave quietly ,her exist was just not properly done , i was expecting her to cb somewhere ,like till the end i thought they would show something but they didn't
3. The over done of action scenes , it was sort of too much not to mention a lot of them were totally unrealistic like the last fight with that old dude also the way that beom dude keep coming back
4. Geonwoo's character i don't hate him but they just made him look like stupid ,yes u have a big heart so you would stop using your brian ,even in last how they handled the glod to that dude was a stupid decision ,like this dude took plenty stupid decision
The show in general is good u like fight action show so i'll say it's good not big on storyline but its a show you can watch till last ep for me it's not something i would watch again but if you haven't watched the show i would definitely recommend it

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the right dose of adrenaline and heartwarming connections

Bloodhound is a gripping 8-episode Netflix original Kdrama that delivers an exhilarating blend of action, crime, and thriller genres. Woo Do-Hwan, in his first acting role since his military enlistment, once again showcases his exceptional talent, portraying a tender, caring yet fierce character that captures the audience's hearts. Additionally, the presence of seasoned actor Heo Jun-Ho adds depth and gravitas to the series.

The story revolves around two young boxers who find themselves drawn into the perilous world of private loans in pursuit of financial gain. However, the heart of Bloodhound lies not in its depiction of boxing, but rather in the profound friendship that develops between the two protagonists. Both characters share a common sincerity and moral conviction, fighting against unjust institutions because it is the honorable thing to do. Even when their mentor figures reveal a checkered past, they remain protectors, committed to atoning for their past sins.

From the very beginning, the plot and characters captivate the audience, keeping them glued to the screen throughout all 8 episodes. The series strikes a perfect balance between thrilling action sequences and compelling character development. The dynamic between the two main leads is particularly noteworthy, as they complement each other flawlessly, forming a strong and beautiful bond of friendship.

Bloodhound proves to be an exemplary Action/Crime/Thriller series, encompassing all the essential elements of a top-notch drama. Its simple yet effective premise is elevated by incredible character arcs, skillful direction, and outstanding performances from the entire cast. This Kdrama delivers on all fronts, leaving viewers exhilarated and satisfied by its intense storytelling and emotional resonance. For fans of Woo Do-Hwan and Kdrama enthusiasts alike, Bloodhound is a must-watch, serving up the right dose of adrenaline and heartwarming connections.

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Action,well,more action!!!

This is near to perfection,great casts, great story and great acting skills. I like like one because everything seems great for me,i like the leads especially the SML. I think everyone delivered well,the villain too.

This drama is especially for people who love action very much. That's the reason why i was also drawn to it anyway.
But guess what,this one is more than just action,the story is pretty good too,not your average kinda action drama,where you don't even know what they're fighting about.

This drama has great bromance in it,not only between the leads. They met,hit off well and got each others back, and have great personality especially the SML.

There's no romance for those who might be expecting it,but it's probably good like that,i personally think this doesn't need any romance,the bromance is enough.

To finalize everything,the story is good, their friendship is perfect,the action scenes are great,and the who drama is exciting. so you can feel free and watch it,if you're a fan of all the above mentioned.

it's a 9 for me.

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