Lee Jun Hyuk Is A Prosecutor Trying To Redeem His Tarnished Reputation In “Forest Of Secrets” Spin-Off “Dongjae, The Good Or The Bastard”

Sep 24, 2024

The spin-off of “Forest of Secrets,” titled “Dongjae, The Good or the Bastard,” has unveiled stills featuring Lee Jun Hyuk!

The original series follows an emotionless prosecutor and a warmhearted police officer who team up to uncover hidden mysteries and tackle corruption. In “Forest of Secrets,” Lee Jun Hyuk played Seo Dong Jae, a corrupt prosecutor.

In the spin-off “Dongjae: The Good or the Bastard,” Lee Jun Hyuk reprises his role as Seo Dong Jae. The series focuses on Dong Jae’s challenges as a prosecutor at the Cheongju District Prosecutors’ Office, struggling with a tarnished reputation due to his past corruption. Seo Dong Jae will face off against Nam Wan Sung (Park Sung Woong), the CEO of Lee Hong Construction. Their intense and gripping conflict uncovers past errors and adds excitement to the storyline.

Though Seo Dong Jae can be annoying, he’s hard to dislike, having won many fans in the original series. With his sharp instincts and social savvy, Seo Dong Jae has navigated numerous challenges and is ready for another life reboot. Newly released photos show him looking as charming and relatable as ever, raising excitement for what’s next.

Seo Dong Jae’s strong charisma grabs attention at the crime scene marked by police tape. His face shows deep anger, hinting at the seriousness of the situation. True to his keen instincts, Seo Dong Jae searches for clues and looks for opportunities, showing remarkable dedication. Later, he faces off with someone in the prosecutor’s office. His urgent expressions and gestures as he tries to navigate the crisis build anticipation for his dramatic survival story.

Seo Dong Jae’s past as a sponsor prosecutor has left him with a tarnished reputation, making him anxious about the future. As his opportunistic instincts kick in, he finds himself walking another dangerous tightrope. What new cases and survival challenges will he face after returning from a difficult situation? It remains to be seen whether he can shake off the label of sponsor prosecutor and become a model attorney.

Lee Jun Hyuk expressed, “The vitality of the character Seo Dong Jae is truly special. I never thought I would return to this role, but I gave it my all once again. He’s such a unique character that the more I explored him, the more enjoyable it became.” Excitement is building for his passionate performance, which skillfully captures the character’s conflicting emotions and is sure to draw viewers back into their fascination with Dong Jae.