The newly released character posters for “The Defects” are nothing short of haunting.
Featuring Yum Jung Ah (as Kim Se Hee), Won Jin A (as Kim Ah Hyun), Choi Young Jun (as Woo Tae Sik), and Kim Jin Young (as Jung Hyun), each poster captures the icy gazes and extreme emotional tension of the characters, paired with bold lines that hint at their deepest motivations. The result? A stunning glimpse into a world filled with secrets, vengeance, and survival.
Yum Jung Ah delivers spine-chilling intensity as Kim Se Hee—a dual-natured mastermind who hides her twisted worldview behind a polished exterior. Her tagline, “I create humans for a living,” sets the tone for a disturbing power dynamic she’s carefully engineered. Describing the drama as “a story about abandoned and marginalized children set in an extreme world that should never exist in reality,” Yum Jung Ah emphasized the show’s social message. She confidently added that even fans of the original webtoon will be surprised, calling “The Defects” a series that goes beyond expectations.”
Won Jin A plays Kim Ah Hyun, a child who was “refunded” by her adoptive parents and now burns with rage and purpose. Her line, “The parents who threw us away… now it’s our turn to leave them behind,” signals a powerful journey of revenge against the very system that discarded her. Taking on her first action role, Won Jin A shared her hope that viewers will root for the children who, despite harsh realities, fight for their freedom. She defined the show with one keyword: “godsaeng” (a Korean slang term for living life to the fullest), wishing that the kids’ struggles would be seen as powerful, not pitiful.
Choi Young Jun, as Woo Tae Sik, plays the fierce protector who risks his life to save the “refunded” children. His poster reads, “I’m going to save you,” revealing a deeply human story filled with guilt, redemption, and unwavering responsibility. Calling “The Defects “something that should never happen in real life, he warned that while the story is fictional, its themes might hit disturbingly close to home. “It’s a shocking world, but please pay attention to the sincerity within it,” he urged.
Kim Jin Young, taking on the role of Jung Hyun—a human weapon carrying out Se Hee’s ruthless orders—appears with gun in hand and a chilling line: “You’re all defects. Not worth living.” Most of his action scenes were performed without a stunt double, adding realism to the character’s cold brutality. When asked to sum up the drama in one phrase, he chose “combination pizza” explaining, “Just like every ingredient matters in a pizza, “The Defects” only come together when all these unique characters, with their own colors and stories, collide.”
With a gripping plot, sharp psychological tension, and layered social commentary, “The Defects” is shaping up to be a one-of-a-kind high-caliber thriller. And with a powerhouse cast delivering transformative performances, this is one drama you won’t want to miss.
Where to Watch “The Defects” with Multi-Subtitles?
You can stream “The Defects” on KOCOWA+ starting July 21, with subtitles available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Don’t miss this gripping thriller—it’s guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat.
