Kim Moo-yeol Expresses Regret Over Kim Nam-gil Casting Speculation for 'The Bequeathed'

Actor Kim Moo-yeol, who stars in the Netflix series 'The Bequeathed,' has voiced his apologies regarding the persistent talk about actor Kim Nam-gil potentially being cast in the same role.

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There were many times I wasn't the first choice for casting... I feel sorry to Kim Nam-gil.

Kim Moo-yeol explained his decision to accept the role, stating, "The drama's ability to address difficult subjects in an accessible and entertaining way, coupled with my trust in the director, Hong Jong-chan, who I worked with on 'Juvenile Justice,' were significant factors."

He further elaborated on his past collaboration, noting, "'Juvenile Justice' provided a close look at the realities of juvenile crime. The director handled the emotional arcs of each character with great care and sensitivity. That experience gave me confidence that I could navigate the challenging issues in 'The Bequeathed' with his support."

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The fact that it tackled difficult subjects in a way that wasn't difficult for anyone to watch and was fun, and my trust in the director I worked with on 'Juvenile Justice' were big reasons.

Kim Moo-yeol also touched upon the series' structure, mentioning that the drama delves into ten episodes, maintaining a sensitive and in-depth exploration of its themes, similar to his previous work.

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'Juvenile Justice' served as an opportunity to closely examine the reality of juvenile crime, and the director handled the emotional lines of each character with care and sensitivity. I felt I could overcome the difficult issues in 'The Bequeathed' with the director's help.