The actors in "The Glory" who portray bullies discuss one another

The interview video featuring Lim Ji Yeon, Park Sung Hoon, Kim Hieora, Cha Joo Young, and Kim Gun Woo, who played the roles of school bullies in "The Glory," was uploaded on W KOREA's YouTube channel on March 16th. The drama has been receiving a lot of attention and gaining popularity.

During the interview, the five actors participated in a relay and talked about each other. Lim Ji Yeon referred to Kim Hieora as "Eora-ddi" on her phone and shared that she initially found her scary but later realized that she was cute and had a lot of aegyo. Kim Hieora praised Cha Joo Young's elegance, and when asked about Kim Gun Woo's charm, Park Sung Hoon responded with "body."

Kim Gun Woo called Park Sung Hoon "Box's father" because he owned a dog named Box. Cha Joo Young described Lim Ji Yeon as considerate when acting and flying around in Part 2.

In the end, the five actors expressed their love for each other by writing "I love you." Only Kim Gun Woo playfully complained to Park Sung Hoon to be nice to him. Despite playing school bullies in the drama, they were full of love and attention for each other in real life, becoming examples of good triumphing over evil.

Source: Daum

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"The Glory" Part 2, the revenge drama featuring Song Hye Kyo, ranks 3rd on Netflix's global rankings

 The collaboration of actor Song Hye-kyo and writer Kim Eun-sook resulted in a brutal revenge drama with an unforgiving ending that received a warm response from viewers. Part 2 of "The Glory" rose to the third position in Netflix's global rankings within one day of its release on the 10th. The story follows Moon Dong-eun's (played by Song Hye-kyo) quest for revenge against her perpetrators, including Park Yeon-jin (played by Im Ji-yeon) and her friends, after suffering violence in her school days. Part 2 received a positive response globally, ranking third in Netflix's TV program category and first in 26 countries, including Bolivia, Ecuador, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, and Korea.

Kim Eun-sook expressed her admiration for the second part's script, which was written exceptionally well. Part 2 depicts Moon Dong-eun's refreshing revenge with the help of Kang Hyun-nam (played by Yum Hye-ran) and Ju Yeo-jeong (played by Lee Do-hyun). Park Yeon-jin retaliates and causes Moon Dong-eun more pain by using her mother as a new pawn. However, the end is bittersweet as Moon Dong-eun succeeds in her revenge against Park Yeon-jin and other perpetrators, and Park Yeon-jin is imprisoned in a correctional facility when the truth is revealed. Moon Dong-eun finally achieves her desired revenge and finds glory and peace.

Celebrities who watched "The Glory" praised the drama, and Time Magazine evaluated it as a narrative about bigger social inequality that both teenagers and adults can relate to, focusing on the mental pain that school violence victims who were not protected by adults experience as they grow up. During a recent talk event, Song Hye-kyo expressed her gratitude for the positive response, despite the challenges of attempting a new genre.

The success of "The Glory" can be attributed to Song Hye-kyo's bravery in attempting a new genre and Kim Eun-sook's ability to deliver great works consistently. Their meeting was certainly the right decision.

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"The Glory" is internationally acclaimed and receives a perfect score from critics worldwide.

 "The Glory," a Korean drama series, has gained worldwide critical acclaim for its heat and quality. With the last 8 episodes aired, the show has received astounding scores, including a rare 100% on the "Average Tomatometer" scale for a Korean drama series on Rotten Tomatoes. The show has also received high scores from audiences, with an average audience score of 96%.

The praise has been mostly directed towards Song Hye Kyo's performance as Moon Dong Eun, who seeks revenge. Critics have praised the show's compelling storyline and visually attractive cinematography. The show has also received high scores on IMDb and Douban, ranging from 7.9 to 9.6 out of 10.

"The Glory" marks the glorious return of Song Hye Kyo after years of criticism. Her haunting performance and narrative threading keep viewers glued to the screen. Other actresses, such as Lim Yi Jeon, are also lauded for their persuasive performances and are discussed on social media.

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The scene featuring Cha Joo Young's exposure in "The Glory" Part 2 is generating strong reactions

The bathtub exposure scene of actress Cha Joo Young in "The Glory" Part 2 has received a strong reaction from viewers, with differing opinions about its necessity. While some believe the scene is essential to the story or character development, others see it as unnecessary or meaningless.

The release of Part 2 of the drama on March 10th caused a server crash on Netflix due to its popularity. The drama concludes with Moon Dong Eun's (Song Hye Kyo) victory, and her revenge plan receives praise for its rapid development and the actors' outstanding performances.

However, the scene featuring Choi Hye Jung (Cha Joo Young) revealing her upper body received mixed reactions. Some viewers criticized the increased proportion of unnecessary nude scenes in Part 2, and questioned the director's intention in making these scenes.

The Korea Media Rating Board rated "The Glory" Part 2 as 'not suitable for teenagers' due to its depiction of revenge, violence, smoking, drug use, sexual expression, and abusive language.

Cha Joo Young gained weight to better portray Choi Hye Jung's glamorous appearance, and the number of provocative scenes increased as the conflict between the characters intensified. Some viewers found the nude scenes uncomfortable or unnecessary, while others believed they were necessary and suited the character's personality.

Overall, opinions on the scene and the drama as a whole were divided among viewers. 

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The Glory Part 2 Has New stills Released

 Netflix’s “The Glory” narrates the story of Dong Eun (Song Hye Kyo), a woman whose soul was shattered by a traumatic school violence experience during her childhood. Part 2 of the series is set for release on March 10th, and teasers of the intense narrative and character development have been released.

The new stills released ahead of the launch of Part 2 reveal the emotional states of the characters as Dong Eun executes her revenge plan. Despite her deep pain and anger, Dong Eun remains expressionless, and this calm demeanor arouses the viewers' curiosity. Yeo Jeong (Lee Do Hyun), determined to join Dong Eun in her quest for revenge, is seen holding a syringe with a sharp and firm gaze, leaving viewers questioning how he will assist Dong Eun.

The upcoming episodes also show the perpetrators who fall into Dong Eun’s trap and face the consequences of their actions. Yeon Jin (Lim Ji Yeon) stares fiercely at someone, and appears cornered and defensive, raising curiosity about the ultimate showdown between her and Dong Eun. Jae Joon (Park Sung Hoon) is seen holding someone with a worried expression, while Sara (Kim Hieora) and Hye Jung (Cha Ju Young) break down. Additionally, Myeong Oh (Kim Gun Woo), hinted to have died in Part 1, also makes an appearance.

According to the show's writer, Kim Eun Sook, and director, Ahn Gil Ho, the punishment of the perpetrators will be a significant highlight of the series, and viewers can expect a cathartic experience while watching the characters fight and struggle. They also promised that Part 2 would feature a dynamic unfolding of the victim's story.

In summary, “The Glory” is a Netflix series that explores the theme of revenge, and its upcoming Part 2 release has generated high expectations due to its complex and interwoven characters and intriguing storyline.

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