Kim Jae-young is the New Villain in ‘The Roundup 5’! 🎬 The Ma Dong-seok Universe Just Got Bigger (and Bolder)! 🔥
Hello Korea is buzzing with breaking news straight from Seoul! Actor Kim Jae-young is officially confirmed to join the highly anticipated film ‘The Roundup 5’, stepping into the iconic shoes of the franchise’s newest antagonist. This marks a monumental addition to the blockbuster series, promising even more thrilling action and intense performances.
Sources close to Kim Jae-young confirmed the casting on January 12, 2026, revealing that he will be the fifth formidable villain to challenge the legendary Detective Ma Seok-do, portrayed by Ma Dong-seok. The ‘The Roundup’ series, originally titled ‘The Outlaws’ (범죄도시), is a globally recognized crime-action powerhouse, meticulously planned and produced by Ma Dong-seok himself. It has consistently redefined the genre in Korean cinema.
Speaking of legendary antagonists, Kim Jae-young follows in the footsteps of some of the most memorable villains in Korean film history. This prestigious lineage of electrifying performances includes:
- 😈 Yoon Kye-sang (‘The Outlaws’)
- 🔥 Son Suk-ku (‘The Roundup’)
- 💥 Lee Joon-hyuk (‘The Roundup: No Way Out’)
- ⚡️ Kim Mu-yeol (‘The Roundup: Punishment’)
The franchise first exploded onto the scene with ‘The Outlaws’ in 2017, drawing an impressive 6.88 million viewers despite its R-rating. Subsequently, ‘The Roundup’, ‘The Roundup: No Way Out’, and ‘The Roundup: Punishment’ each smashed the 10 million viewer mark, achieving an unprecedented “Triple Ten Million” record in the history of Korean cinema. With such a legacy, expectations are soaring for Kim Jae-young to deliver another iconic villainous performance. Production for ‘The Roundup 5’ is slated to begin later this year.
As an editor, I’m already envisioning the intense showdowns with Ma Dong-seok. This casting choice is pure genius and sets the bar even higher for the franchise’s legendary antagonists.
Stay tuned to Hello Korea for all the latest updates on ‘The Roundup 5’ and more! ✨
Editor: Mia Kang 🌈
