According to Disney+, "Made in Korea 2" (Vietnamese title: Dai Han 2 Empire) is set 9 years after the events of season 1, when Baek Ki Tae (Hyun Bin) has risen to the peak of power and held a dominant position.
In the opposite direction, prosecutor Jang Geon Young (Jung Woo Sung) - who failed to overthrow Ki Tae - prepares for a new counter-offensive. Meanwhile, Baek Ki Hyun (Woo Do Hwan) - Ki Tae's younger brother, also embarks on a journey of power in his own direction.
The first season of "Made in Korea" revolves around the confrontation between two men representing ambition and justice, set in Korea in the turbulent 1970s. In part 2, the story is expanded with increasingly out-of-control ambitions, leading to irreversible conflicts.
In the previous part, Hyun Bin received many compliments when portraying Baek Ki Tae - a cold, scheming character who pursues power by all means. This is considered a notable shift for the male actor when he moves away from the familiar image from works such as "Landing in My Heart" or "Secret Garden".
Sharing about the role, Hyun Bin said that he does not see Baek Ki Tae as a simple villain, but as a character with many internal contradictions. "He is the one who does wrong, but there are still aspects that viewers can understand or even empathize with. That contrast makes the character more attractive.
The actor said he was attracted to the way directors always look for new aspects in each project. "As an actor, I really appreciate that," he said.
Previously, "Made in Korea" became the most viewed Korean-origin content globally on Disney+ in 2025, and also topped the charts in Korea and the Asia-Pacific region thanks to word-of-mouth effects.
Time magazine also included this series in the list of the most anticipated Korean dramas of 2026, contributing to increasing expectations for the sequel.
With an expanded plot, deeper character development and increased tension, "Made in Korea 2" is predicted to continue to exploit the theme of power, ambition and irreversible choices.
The film is expected to be released in the second half of this year.
