Jang Ki Ha Faces Chaos As He Becomes A Close Contact Of Bae Doona’s Love “Virus” In New Film

Apr 07, 2025

Upcoming film “Virus” (literal title) has unveiled a sneak peek of Jang Ki Ha’s character!

“Virus” tells the story of Taek Seon (Bae Doona), who is infected with a deadly virus that makes people fall in love for no reason. She embarks on an unexpected journey with three men: researcher Soo Pil (Son Suk Ku), former classmate Yeon Woo (Jang Ki Ha), and Lee Kyun (Kim Yun Seok), the only expert capable of developing a cure.

Jang Ki Ha plays Yeon Woo, a car dealer and elementary school classmate of Taek Seon, who is infected with the Toxo virus. Yeon Woo, who has been sending sales messages to his classmates, is caught off guard when Taek Seon unexpectedly shows up at his dealership. The two take an impromptu drive in a test car, making Yeon Woo the first person to come into contact with Taek Seon after she’s infected.

Jang Ki Ha brings energy to the drama with his portrayal of Yeon Woo, a car dealer who unexpectedly becomes a suspect of Toxo virus infection while trying to sell cars. He captures Yeon Woo’s confusion with natural acting, adding vitality to the story.

Jang Ki Ha said, “Yeon Woo is similar to me, so I felt comfortable acting,” suggesting a perfect fit for the role.

Bae Doona, who worked alongside him, praised Jang Ki Ha, saying, “It was a great fortune for me that Jang Ki Ha played Yeon Woo.” This sets the stage for an exciting and unpredictable chemistry between Taek Seon and Yeon Woo, highlighting their authentic classmate dynamic.

Director Kang Yi Kwan expressed great satisfaction, saying, “The pairing of Yeon Woo and actor Jang Ki Ha created a fresh and engaging character,” sparking curiosity about Jang Ki Ha’s role in the film.