So Ji Sub SBS Drama Manager Kim Special Teaser Unveiled at 2025 Awards
So Ji Sub returns in the SBS action-noir drama 'Manager Kim'. Watch the special teaser released at the 2025 SBS Drama Awards and learn about the webtoon-based plot.
The king of action is back. On December 31, 2025, SBS surprised fans by dropping a special teaser for its upcoming Friday-Saturday drama 'Manager Kim' during the 2025 SBS Drama Awards. The clip instantly trended, showcasing So Ji Sub's return to the gritty world of noir.
Based on the hit webtoon of the same name, 'Manager Kim' follows a former blacklisted operative who's now living a quiet life. However, he's forced back into action after his daughter is kidnapped. The teaser highlights So Ji Sub's intense combat scenes and the heavy, emotional stakes that drive the plot.
So Ji Sub SBS Drama Manager Kim: A New Chapter in Action-Noir
Expectations are skyrocketing as this marks one of SBS's most anticipated projects for 2026. Industry insiders suggest that the drama will stay faithful to the original webtoon's dark tone while elevating the action sequences with high-budget production. It's not just about the fights; it's about the desperate father behind the operative.
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