Kang Hoon's portrayal of a detective stands out.

Kang Hoon showcases a new side through the crime psychological thriller series "Hunter with a Scalpel," which premiered on the 16th.

In the crime thriller "Hunter with a Scalpel," Kang Hoon plays the character Jung-hyun, the new head of the violent crimes unit at Yongcheon Police Station, who is determined to find his father’s prey after discovering the familiar killing methods of his father, a serial killer, while examining a body in which he believed his father had died 20 years ago.

Kang Hoon believes in the inherent goodness of humanity and portrays the character Jung-hyun, who passionately pursues the truth with a strong sense of justice, which has garnered attention for its realism. Not only does he deliver a vivid sense of the scene through daring action, but he also intricately depicts Jung-hyun's subtle emotional changes as the collaboration with Se-hyun continues, enhancing the drama's immersion. His performance, characterized by the tone of his voice, manner of speaking, and movements, has received acclaim for its fidelity to the character.

In particular, Kang Hoon provides extreme tension to viewers through Jung-hyun, who approaches the truth that Se-hyun is hiding while investigating the case more astutely than anyone else. Amid the rapid pace of the mid-form format, Kang Hoon maintains the center of each scene with powerful performances, raising anticipation for what role he will play in the unfolding story.

"Hunter with a Scalpel," showcasing Kang Hoon's transformation as an actor, is released weekly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays on U+tv, U+mobile, and Disney+.

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