The popular action K-drama Bloodhounds returned for its second season on April 3, 2026, after a three-year wait. Fans who have already finished watching all seven episodes are now asking one big question. Will there be a third season? The show’s star Lee Sang Yi, who plays Hong Woo-jin, recently shared his thoughts. He made it clear that the choice is not up to the actors or the production team.
Lee Sang Yi sat for an interview on April 8, 2026, to talk about Season 2. During the conversation, he directly addressed the possibility of another installment. He said he honestly does not know if the show will return for a third season.
The Final Decision for Season 3 Rests with Netflix
Lee Sang Yi spoke openly about how the renewal process works for a Netflix series. He explained that the cast and crew do not have any control over whether the show continues.
“I honestly don’t know about a Season 3. The decision for the next season isn’t up to us. It’s up to Netflix.”
The actor also talked about the post-credits scene that plays at the end of the Season 2 finale. This scene strongly hints that the creators have plans for more story. Lee Sang Yi said the cast did not know about this scene while they were filming. They found out about it later, just like the viewers did.
“A post-credits scene (seeming to tease Season 3) was shown, wasn’t it? We didn’t really know while filming, but we found out afterward, so I’m not sure about Season 3 either. Watching the post-credits, it definitely felt like it was made with a third season in mind. It was fun.”
Netflix Has Not Officially Renewed ‘Bloodhounds’ for Another Season
As of April 10, 2026, Netflix has not made any official announcement about Bloodhounds Season 3. This is normal for the streaming service. Netflix usually waits to see how many people watch a new season before deciding its future. The company tracks viewing hours and how many subscribers finish all episodes.
The second season just came out on April 3, 2026. That means it is still very early for a renewal announcement. Netflix often takes several weeks to study viewer numbers from around the world. The first season of Bloodhounds was a big hit. It stayed on the Global Netflix Top 10 list for several weeks. That strong performance is a good sign for the show’s chances.
What the Season 2 Ending Means for More Episodes
The ending of Bloodhounds Season 2 left many story threads open. The main fight with the villain Baek Jeong, played by Rain (Jung Ji Hoon) , reached a close. But a twist in the final moments changed everything. The National Intelligence Service (NIS) faked Baek Jeong‘s death. They plan to use him as an informant for a new mission involving drug smuggling.
Actor Park Seo Joon appears in the post-credits scene as an NIS agent. He interrogates Baek Jeong about a major criminal network. This ending clearly sets up a possible third season or even a spin-off series. The creators have expanded the story beyond loan sharks and underground boxing. They are now introducing international crime elements.
Lee Sang Yi Talks About Training and Success of Season 2
During the same interview, Lee Sang Yi also spoke about the hard work that went into Season 2. He said building his physique for the new season was not as difficult as the first time. For Season 1, his body fat was around 7 to 8 percent. He was able to reach his desired condition much faster this time because he kept training regularly.
The actor even shared that he took part in an amateur boxing competition. He entered quietly without telling many people. He was worried about being embarrassed if he lost. But he said he did not lose. He still loves boxing and continues to practice the sport.
Lee Sang Yi also reacted to the show’s performance on Netflix. Bloodhounds Season 2 ranked Number 2 on the Global Netflix Top 10 for non-English shows just three days after its release. He said he felt a little sad that it came so close to reaching the top spot. But he added that he is very grateful even for the second position.
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The Show’s Popularity Could Lead to a Third Season
Netflix has been investing a lot in Korean content. In 2023, the company announced plans to spend about 2.5 billion US dollars on South Korean shows and movies. This strategy has already led to multiple seasons for several K-dramas. Shows like Sweet Home got three seasons. D.P. and Hellbound also returned for second seasons.
The cast and crew of Bloodhounds have shown they are willing to continue. Woo Do Hwan, who plays Kim Geon-woo, described the friendship between the two leads as a “bro-melodrama” during the show’s press conference. Director Kim Joo-hwan called their partnership one of the best he has worked on. The actors train for months to make the boxing scenes look real. This level of dedication suggests everyone is open to making more episodes.
All episodes of Bloodhounds Season 1 and Season 2 are now streaming on Netflix. The service is available in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, and many other countries. Each season has seven episodes. The show is in Korean with multiple subtitle options including English, Spanish, French, and Hindi.
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