“Flex x Cop 2” author Kim Ba Da has shared her ideas on returning for Season 2 and what viewers can stay up for!

In “Flex x Cop 2,” Ahn Bo Hyun reprises his starring position as Jin Yi Soo, a third-generation chaebol inheritor turned detective who makes use of his wealth and connections like cheat codes every time an investigation reaches a useless finish, whereas Jung Eun Chae performs veteran detective Joo Hye Ra, Jin Yi Soo’s new associate.

Forward of the premiere, author Kim Ba Da mirrored on returning after two years, saying, “It’s an unbelievable honor. Season 2 was solely attainable due to the viewers, so I wished to repay them with an much more entertaining story.”

The primary season peaked at 11 % in scores and constructed a loyal fanbase, resulting in an early renewal. The author mentioned the driving power behind Season 2 was at all times Jin Yi Soo, explaining, “The concept of a third-generation chaebol instantly turning into a detective investigating homicide circumstances was thrilling, but additionally tough to drag off. After numerous thought, I attempted to create somebody who’s flashy however likable, shameless but charming, and gruff on the skin however warm-hearted beneath.”

She additionally credited Ahn Bo Hyun for bringing the character to life, saying, “Jin Yi Soo is a really comic-book-like character, so he wasn’t simple to painting, however Ahn Bo Hyun grew to become Jin Yi Soo himself. He at all times got here ready with concepts, and most of the character’s memorable strains got here from his ad-libs. I might write Yi Soo’s most playful moments as a result of I trusted him. I’m grateful I get to work with somebody I can belief once more for Season 2.”

The author additionally praised Jung Eun Chae, saying, “I assumed there was no actress apart from Jung Eun Chae who might painting a decided but quietly robust detective like Joo Hye Ra. Jung Eun Chae has a singular mixture of charisma and class, and I admired her much more after working collectively. I believe viewers will fall for her too.”

In accordance with the author, the bickering dynamic between Jin Yi Soo and Joo Hye Ra—with Joo Hye Ra effortlessly protecting Jin Yi Soo in test whereas he playfully pushes again—might be one in every of Season 2’s largest highlights. She shared, “Joo Hye Ra is at all times one step forward of Jin Yi Soo. She is aware of precisely tips on how to deliver out one of the best in him and makes use of that to resolve circumstances. In the meantime, Yi Soo finally realizes he’s following her lead, even whereas attempting to behave robust.”

The author additionally teased Yoo Seung Ho’s look as Yoo Sung Gained, a brand new chaebol character. Yoo Sung Gained is a third-generation chaebol and sculptor who has appeared as much as Jin Yi Soo like an older brother since childhood, whereas additionally remaining somebody Joo Hye Ra has lengthy considered with suspicion.

The author shared, “Yoo Seung Ho was the primary actor who got here to thoughts once I created Yoo Sung Gained. It wasn’t a simple position, so I’m very grateful he accepted it. His efficiency leaves an enormous impression, and viewers can undoubtedly stay up for what he brings.”

As for Season 2’s expanded scale, the author confidently mentioned, “Jin Yi Soo’s ‘flex’ has no limits.” She revealed that the opening episodes will function terrorists concentrating on Jin Yi Soo, who will reply along with his signature over-the-top investigative strategies. The season will even discover quite a lot of homicide circumstances involving gangsters, magicians, conventional Korean dancers, and extra.

With out revealing an excessive amount of, the author hinted that one of many season’s largest “flex” investigations entails the truth that Jin Yi Soo owns a movie manufacturing firm. “I can’t say a lot as a result of it could be a spoiler, however take into consideration what somebody who owns a movie firm might do—and the way that may tie right into a case. That might be a part of the enjoyable.”

Closing the interview, Kim Ba Da shared that the collection’ final aim is straightforward: to entertain viewers. She shared, “I hope viewers get pleasure from watching Jin Yi Soo, the chaebol detective who can do virtually something, take down criminals in satisfying methods—and have enjoyable along with his signature ‘flex’ investigations in each case.”

“Flex x Cop 2” is ready to premiere on August 7 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

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