Korean-Japanese gangster with ties to Riki
Core tactical operative within the intelligence unit. He specializes in direct action and close-quarters combat during the 'X-Ray' mission, demonstrating unwavering loyalty and adaptability in hostile territory.
Supporting character involved in the unfolding events of Villains.
Sal-soo is an infamous underground gambler who defeats Tae-seok in a high-stakes baduk game and is connected to the framing that sends him to prison. He leads a gambling operation, commands a group of men, discovers Tae-seok's identity, and confronts him in a final game.
Korean gangster tasked by his boss to protect and manage Lim Aryoung in Korea.
Cha Joo-hwan is the affluent dentist whom Cream appears to love after Kay urges her to find a kind and healthy partner. He becomes involved in Cream’s deception, later receives her apology for cheating him, and visits Kay and Cream’s grave after Kay dies.
Ji-hyung is a rookie detective reaching his 100th day at the station. Assigned to investigate a usurer's robbery, he is ordered to close the case but becomes suspicious and continues secretly. His investigation gradually brings him closer to Woo-seob, Seong-hwan, and Jin-won.
Jeong-jun is shy and studious, and shares an apartment with Dong-mi. The plot summary identifies him as part of Na-nan's close social circle through her best friend and Dong-mi's household, but provides no further actions or personal storyline for him.
Mr Gong is a teacher who becomes involved in an awkward romantic exchange with Kim Yoo-ri. He cautions her that teaching requires commitment and that love differs from reality, yet agrees to have dinner with her. Their relationship continues through playful teasing, including a conversation about shaving and kissing, while the students closely observe them.
Lee Beom-soo has 59 screen credits in a career dating back to 1990. Their work spans 8 cinematic universes — most prominently The Roundup Series with 2 titles. Signature works include The Roundup: No Way Out, The Roundup: Punishment, Mercy for None. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 8 universes
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