Jun Ji-hyun, Gang Dong-won make dazzling return with Disney+ espionage romance 'Tempest'

The long-awaited Disney+ Korean original series “Tempest,” featuring Jun Ji-hyun and Gang Dong-won, has at last emerged from behind the curtain, sending ripples of excitement among global drama fans. Led by a dream team of creators, the blockbuster espionage romance marks a comeback for both stars after years away from the small screen — and already stands tall as one of Disney’s tentpole releases in Asian original content for 2025. Front and center in “Tempest” are Jun and Gang, who command every frame with magnetic synergy. Jun, returning to drama for the first time since 2021’s “Jirisan,” and Gang, stepping back onto the small screen after a stunning 21-year absence since “Magic,” both expressed excitement about their joint project. “I wanted to work with Gang Dong-won before it was too late. I’ve long admired his style and, after getting to know him better, became an even bigger fan. Our characters’ chemistry felt especially strong with him as San-ho,” Jun said during a press conference at Seoul’s Four Seasons Hotel Tuesday. Gang returned the praise witWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times