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A few days before its release, « The Judge Returns »continues to lift the veil on its key characters. New previews highlight Park Hee-soon and Won Jin-ah, two powerful figures who find themselves on opposite sides of the fight for justice, and whose clash could well redefine the balance of judicial power.
The judge who pulls the strings behind the scenes
In The Judge Returns, Park Hee-soon embodies Kang Shin-jin, the formidable chief judge of the criminal division of the Seoul Central District Court. A cold and calculating character, Kang Shin-jin will stop at nothing to achieve his goals, readily exploiting the weaknesses of others to strengthen his grip on the judicial system.
The new stills perfectly capture this unsettling aura: a sharp gaze, a barely perceptible smile, and the constant impression that he is controlling every situation from behind the scenes. Kang Shin-jin is not just an antagonist: he is the embodiment of a corrupt institutional power, confident in his superiority and untouchability.
A prosecutor driven by vengeance and truth
Facing him, Won Jin-ah lends his features to Kim Jin-ah, a prosecutor driven by a deep desire for justice, fueled by the desire to avenge her father. When Lee Han-young (Ji Sung), who has traveled back ten years in time, decides to tackle the root of the evil, and it is to her that he turns to form a decisive alliance.
The images reveal a determined, upright, almost inflexible Kim Jin-ah: a silent but unshakeable presence. Where Kang Shin-jin manipulates, Kim Jin-ah advances with raw conviction, ready to risk everything to bring down those who have broken the law.
The production team highlights this clash of forces: «Park Hee-soon will lead the drama with the skill of a seasoned actor, while Won Jin-ah will carry the story with a solid and unwavering presence. We hope that audiences will eagerly await their performances in The Judge Returns. "
The drama will air from January 2, 2026 on MBC and on Viki.
