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Time of India
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Twelve teaser: Evil force awakens in Park Hyung Sik as Ma Dong Seok's angel squad gears up for battle
The countdown to disaster has begun, and Disney+ is leading the way with Twelve, a high-stakes fantasy thriller in which ancient defenders must breach their vow of quiet as evil rises again. At the core of this epic tale is a star-studded cast, including Ma Dong Seok, Park Hyung Sik, Seo In Guk, and Sung Dong Il, who bring their signature intensity. Adding to this list will be Lee Joo Bin, Go Kyu Pil, Kang Mina, Sung Yoo Bin, Ahn Ji Hye, and Regina Lei rounding out the cast, Twelve promises to bring both star power and unforgettable performances. The myth of the Twelve angels Based on the legend of the 12 Eastern zodiac animals, Twelve portrays the narrative of a hidden order of angels who once gave up everything to shut away demonic forces threatening the Korean Peninsula. Four angels died in the conflict, and the eight survivors have since gone into hiding, living peacefully in human form and vowing never to meddle again. However, evil is never buried. The teaser begins with Tae San (Ma Dong Seok), one of the remaining angels, attempting to live a normal life. That serenity is disrupted when Sa Min (Kim Chan Hyung) unleashes a long-dormant evil force known as Ogui (Park Hyung Sik), a formidable demon formerly sealed in the depths of chaos ensues, Sa Min declares, "Now, I will turn the world into hell and transform all humans into evil spirits." Faced with a growing threat, the angels must decide whether to violate their promise. Their commander, Ma Rok (Sung Dong Il), provides a stern reminder: "The reason we exist is to help the human world." A war reignited The teaser erupts into action, revealing each angel's distinct talents and battle abilities. In a disturbing image, Ogui spreads his dark wings, indicating the immensity of the threat that lies ahead. The world's balance is at jeopardy, setting the stage for an epic confrontation between light and darkness. Will the Angel Squad rise again, or is humanity condemned to fall? The highly anticipated 8-episode fantasy drama Twelve is set to premiere on Disney+ on August 23. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Twelve first look unveiled: Ma Dong Seok and Park Hyung Sik ready for battle in fantasy K-drama
Two of the biggest names in K-drama are set to collide as Disney+ unveils the striking first poster for its upcoming action-fantasy series Twelve. The reveal has sparked major buzz ahead of its August 23 premiere, as the series stars Ma Dong Seok and Park Hyung Sik and teases an electrifying battle between good and evil - deeply rooted in Eastern mythology. The story of Twelve The story draws inspiration from the 12 zodiac animals of East Asian legend. It tells the story of 12 angels who once descended to the human world in physical form to protect the Korean Peninsula from powerful evil spirits. Through great sacrifice, they managed to seal these forces behind the gates of hell and restore peace. But centuries later, the evil begins to stir again, threatening to unleash chaos once more. Poster preview The newly released poster features a tense standoff between Ma Dong Seok and Park Hyung Sik, their piercing gazes brimming with unspoken conflict. Behind them loom a tiger and a crow - each symbolizing their characters - hinting at an intense showdown to come. The sharp visual contrast between the two figures adds to the drama, setting the tone for what lies ahead. The tagline, "Stand against the forces of evil and save the world!" sets the tone for a gripping narrative. As the angels regroup to face the revived darkness, viewers can expect intense action sequences, complex character arcs, and an emotionally charged storyline. Ma Dong Seok as Tae San The actor takes on the role of Tae San, the leader of the 12 angels and the embodiment of the tiger. After losing four comrades and being betrayed by humanity, Tae San chose to abandon the human world. His reappearance now, just as evil rises again, raises questions: what has brought him back, and will he once more fight to save a world that turned its back on him? Park Hyung Sik as Ogui The idol turned actor plays Ogui, a powerful being symbolized by the crow. Unlike the others, Ogui failed to become one of the 12 angels and instead sided with darkness. Sealed away by the angels long ago, he now awakens with immense power - and a glowing red stone embedded in his chest. His return threatens not just the angels, but the fate of the world. When and where to watch Twelve is an eight-episode series that will premiere exclusively on Disney+ starting August 23. With its fresh take on mythological themes and a star-powered cast, it's shaping up to be one of the most anticipated K-dramas of the year. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ma Dong Seok Turns Boxing Coach for Celeb Girls - You Won't Believe How Hard They Train!
The Ultimate Boxing Glow-Up - Korean Celebs Go Hardcore Imagine your favorite Bollywood star suddenly getting trained by Mike Tyson. That's the vibe on the set of tvN's new reality show, Museoso Nyeodan 2 (Iron Girls 2), where action superstar Ma Dong Seok is personally coaching actresses Geum Sae Rok and Seol In Ah in the art of boxing. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The show drops its first episode on July 11, and trust us, the hype is real. Ma Dong Seok, famous for his tough-guy roles and insane biceps, isn't just standing around for photo ops. He's giving one-on-one lessons, correcting every stance, and even teaching how to breathe right. To Geum Sae Rok, he says, "Don't punch with all your strength, let your fist bounce and flow." Sounds simple, but if you've ever tried shadow boxing after watching a Rocky movie, you know it's anything but. Seol In Ah's Punches Get Louder - And So Does Our Admiration Seol In Ah, who already wowed everyone with her athletic skills in the first season, is back for round two. This time, Ma Dong Seok tells her, "Don't pull your arm back when you punch-rotate your torso and let the power come from your body." Next thing you know, the sound of her punches is echoing through the gym. It's like watching your college friend go from Zumba to actual MMA in a semester. And let's not forget, these aren't just staged TV moments. The sweat is real, the punches are heavy, and the transformation is honestly inspiring. If you're someone who's ever made a New Year's resolution to get fit and then ghosted your gym after a week, this show might just be the motivation you need. Who's Joining the Ring? Meet the Star-Studded Cast Museoso Nyeodan 2 isn't just about Ma Dong Seok and his two star pupils. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The lineup is stacked with names like Uee, Park Joo Hyun, and Kim Dong Hyun. Each of them is set to chase the ultimate dream-becoming a boxing champion. It's like Roadies, but with more uppercuts and fewer drama queens. If you're used to seeing these celebs in glam outfits on red carpets, get ready for a major shock. Here, it's all about sweat, bruises, and the kind of determination that makes you want to do push-ups during ad breaks.
International Business Times
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- International Business Times
Twelve to Premiere in August; Producers Share First Look of Upcoming Disney+ Drama
Disney has confirmed the premiere date of its upcoming K-drama Twelve. The mini-series will premiere on Saturday (August 23). It will revolve around the 12 angels, depicting the 12 zodiac animals of the east. They protect the Korean Peninsula from evil spirits by living in the human world in human form. The fantasy thriller will feature a showdown between the angels and the evil spirits. The upcoming Disney+ drama stars Ma Dong Seok, Park Hyung Sik, Seo In Guk, Sung Dong Il, Lee Joo Bin, Go Kyu Pil, Kang Mina, Sung Yoo Bin, Ahn Ji Hye, and Regina Lei. After announcing the premiere date, the production team released the first look photos of the cast members. The images feature Ma Dong Seok as the leader of 12 angels, Park Hyung Sik as an evil force, Seo In Guk as a nimble trickster, Lee Joo Bin as an angel, and Go Kyu Pil as a nurse. The other cast members introduced in the first look photos are Kang Mina, Sung Yoo Bin, Ahn Ji Hye, rookie actress Regina Lei, and veteran actor Sung Dong Il. Twelve Cast Ma Dong Seok will appear in the mini-series as Tae San, the angels' leader. He symbolizes the tiger from the 12 zodiac animals. Tae San teams up with other angels to protect humans from evil spirits after they were released from a seal that was placed thousands of years ago. Park Hyung Sik plays Ogui, an evil force awakened from its seal. He symbolizes a crow. Seo In Guk portrays Won Seung, a nimble trickster. He symbolizes a monkey and dreams of becoming the next leader of angels. Lee Joo Bin appears as Mir, an angel with special powers sealed due to a war that took place thousands of years ago. She symbolizes the dragon. Go Kyu Pil features Don Yi, an angel who works as a nurse at an oriental medicine clinic. He symbolizes the pig and assists angel Bang Wool, an angel symbolizing the snake. Kang Mina transforms into Gang Ji, an angel who is determined to protect humans. She symbolizes a dog. Sung Yoo Bin portrays Jwi Dol, an angel known for his quick judgment. He symbolizes the rat and plays an indispensable role in all the activities of the angels. Ahn Ji Hye plays Mal Sook, an angel with incredible strength. She symbolizes the horse. Rookie actress Regina Lei will appear as angel Bang Wool. She will feature an oriental medicine doctor. Veteran actor Sung Dong Il will portray Ma Rok, a human and the manager of 12 angels. He assists the angels in protecting humanity and the world.
South China Morning Post
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Holy Night: Demon Hunters movie review – Ma Dong-seok in tiring Korean action horror
2/5 stars Advertisement Supernatural thriller Holy Night: Demon Hunters might better have been titled 'Ma Dong-seok: Demon Puncher'. This lowbrow exercise in low-rent exorcism offers little more than the hulking Korean superstar, also known as Don Lee, throwing down against an assortment of sketchily drawn spirits. Produced and co-written by Ma together with first-time director Lim Dae-hee, the film is the latest, and certainly weakest, in a string of recent Korean horror titles that delve into the dark realm of demonic possession. While a smattering of intriguing ideas are brought to the altar, they are immediately abandoned in a final product that pales next to the likes of box office hit Exhuma , or even the underwhelming Dark Nuns Kang Bow (Ma) runs the detective-agency-style outfit 'Holy Night', together with exorcist Sharon (Seohyun) and rookie/cameraman Kim Gun (Lee David), which specialises in bizarre and otherworldly cases that the police cannot solve. Advertisement They are approached by psychiatrist Jung-won (Gyeong Su-jin) after her medical expertise fails to stop the psychotic episodes of her younger sister Eun-seo (Jung Ji-so).
