‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller

Jun 11, 2025

‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller



'Gwangjang' has settled in second place globally.

Ki-jun (So Ji-seop), who cut his Achilles tendon and left the square world on his own, returned after 11 years due to the death of his younger brother Ki-seok (Lee Joon-hyuk), who was the organization's second-in-command, and Noir Action 'Gwangjang', which digs up the background for revenge, ranked second in the global TOP 10 series (non-English) category, making the TOP 10 list in 44 countries around the world.

'Gwangjang' is receiving favorable reviews from domestic and foreign viewers for its genre fun that allows you to taste the hard-bold action by showcasing the essence of cold and intense noir action, as well as the enthusiastic performance of powerful and unique actors. Foreign media, in particular, cannot stop watching because of the tension of the revenge drama, a well-organized action sequence"(Decider), "Blood revenge thriller comparable to the "John Wick" that we always waited for." (Collider) is being evaluated."




On the other hand, the behind-the-scenes still catches the eye with not only the hot passion of the actors but also the friendly atmosphere of the filming site. First, the director Choi Sung-eun and So Ji-sub discussing the action scene reminds us of the intense action masterpiece that caused suffocating tension in the work. In addition, director So Ji-seop, Lee Joon-hyuk, and Choi Sung-eun, who are in serious conversation, added expectations by capturing Nam Ki-jun, Nam Ki-seok, and the two actors and directors who were immersed in vividly portraying the world of 'Gwangjang'.

‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
‘Mercy for None’ Ranks 2nd Globally, Wins Praise for Intense Revenge Thriller
On the other hand, Heo Jun-ho and Gong Myung's stills that perfectly blend into their characters give an idea of the actors' efforts to express the characters that left a strong impression with a high degree of completeness. Meanwhile, stills of smiling Cho Han-cheol, An Gil-gang, Heo Jun-ho, Choo Young-woo, and Cha Seung-won vividly convey the pleasant atmosphere of the filming site, unlike the characters in the drama who pursue their goals and desires in the world of the square. Then, a still of Cha Young-do standing with a sharp gaze reminds me of Cha Seung-won's acting that maximizes the mystery of 'Plaza'. In addition, the actor's passion and affection for 'Gwangjang' are conveyed in the eyes of Lee Joon-hyuk, who is monitoring.





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