Won Jin Ah and Yum Jung Ah are set to deliver powerful performances in the upcoming drama “The Defects“, a gripping action thriller about abandoned children fighting for survival. The drama, based on a popular webtoon, explores a shocking world of illegal adoptions and revenge.
A Story Of Survival And Revenge
“The Defects” tells the story of children abandoned by their adoptive parents and their struggle to survive against a corrupt system. The drama is based on the webtoon “Child Shopping”, which exposes a dark underground adoption ring.
Yum Jung Ah plays Kim Se Hee, a respected doctor who secretly runs an illegal adoption organization. She believes only children with “superior genes” should survive. If adoptive parents are unhappy with a child, her group offers refunds—but the returned children are killed to hide the crime.
Won Jin Ah stars as Kim Ah Hyun, a young woman who survived after being returned by her adoptive parents. She becomes the leader of other survivors, fighting back against Kim Se Hee’s cruel system.
The drama shines a sharp light on the dark side of reality, delivering a fresh shock to viewers with its bold, challenging, and unconventional narrative.
Yum Jung Ah As The Ruthless Villain
Yum Jung Ah takes on one of her most sinister roles yet as Kim Se Hee. On the surface, she is a famous doctor and charity leader, but behind closed doors, she controls a brutal child trafficking ring.
In the drama, she coldly hunts down the children who escape her system. The released stills show her emotionless expression, even as children beg for their lives. Her performance is expected to be chilling and intense.
Yum Jung Ah’s signature blend of intensity and subtlety further emphasizes the character’s cruelty, once again proving her talent.
Won Jin Ah’s First Action Role
Won Jin Ah steps into her first action role as Kim Ah Hyun, a determined survivor leading the fight against Kim Se Hee. Her character is strong, resilient, and filled with rage against those who betrayed her.
The actress shared that she was drawn to the story because it focuses on children searching for hope. She described her character as someone who feels responsible for protecting others and never gives up, no matter how difficult the situation.
“Ah Hyun was abandoned by her parents at a young age, and together with her found family of younger siblings that went through the same thing, she puts her life on the line to fight for freedom. She’s a strong character.”
A Strong Supporting Cast
The drama also features Choi Young Joon as Woo Tae Sik, a conflicted member of the trafficking ring who secretly helps the children. Dex makes his acting debut as Jung Hyun, Kim Se Hee’s loyal enforcer.
The cast’s chemistry and powerful performances are expected to make this one of the most intense dramas of the year.
Behind The Scenes And Release Details
“The Defects” is directed by Oh Ki Hwan, known for his work on “SF8: Love Virtually”. The script is written by An So Jung, adapting the original webtoon.
The drama will premiere on July 21, 2025, on ENA, airing every Monday and Tuesday at 10 p.m. KST. It will also be available on KOCOWA+ for international viewers.
Fans of thrillers and action dramas are eagerly waiting to see how this dark and emotional story unfolds. With its strong cast and gripping plot, “The Defects” is set to be a standout series this year.
Credits: Sources from Soompi, AsianWiki, KOCOWA+, and IMDb.
