Witness Ma Dong-seok's versatile performances in these thrillers before Twelve releases

Ma Dong-seok's fantasy thriller drama Twelve is coming soon on Disney+ and JioHotstar. But before the K-drama’s release, catch the actor's other gripping thrillers on OTTplay Premium.

Ma Dong-seok in Twelve

Ma Dong-seok (Don Lee) has a captivating aura that stays with his fans long after credit rolls even if he appears only once a year. His upcoming K-drama Twelve is poised to be a standout once again as it promises to be a masterful blend of fantasy, suspense and thrills. Ma Dong-seok will be seen as Tae-san, the formidable leader of the 12 angels in the drama. As anticipation builds for Twelve's release on Disney+ and JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) on August 23, 2025, let's revisit Don Lee's other thrillers. All these are also available on OTTplay Premium now.

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Ma Dong-seok's unforgettable thrillers

The Roundup

In this action thriller film series, Ma Dong-seok plays the lead role of Ma Seok-do, a tough and determined detective from South Korea's Major Crime Unit. The high-stakes action sequences and his no-nonsense approach made the film a superhit. In the first film, Ma Seok-do travels to Vietnam to catch a notorious suspect, and discovers a serial killer has been targeting the tourists, leading to a trail of brutal murders for years. Now, the detective must catch the killers and bring him to justice.

Murderer

Ma Dong-seok plays a fearful serial killer Joo-hyeop in this 2014 thriller drama. He relocates to a village with his son. However, he gets caught by a little girl who discovers his identity. Now, Joo-hyeop must kill the girl to keep his true identity hidden. The film explores the struggles of leaving the dark past behind, parents' actions on children's lives, moral dilemma, and fight for survival.

Deep Trap

Another thriller where Ma Dong-seok gives a chilling performance as a restaurant owner in an isolated land, where a couple visits to have their perfect getaway. Things turn deadly when the couple begins to sense creepy vibes about the restaurant owner who at first seemed quite friendly. Things soon turn into a fight for survival when the couple finds the owner's past as a murderer.

The Outlaws

Ma Dong-seok plays detective Ma Seok-do, a lieutenant in the Seoul Police Agency's Metropolitan Investigation Unit. Ma Seok-do is tasked with bringing order to the Garibong district, which is plagued by gang violence. His character is loosely based on a real-life police officer, Lieutenant Yoon Seok-ho. The film is based on the real-life Heuksapa Incident from 2007.

Train to Busan

In this survival thriller film, Ma Dong-seok plays Sang-hwa, an ordinary person who emerges to be a strong survivor in the zombie apocalypse. Sang-hwa is married to Seong-kyeong and is on the train with her when the zombie outbreak begins. He is known for his physical strength and bravery, playing a key role in protecting himself and other passengers from getting infected by the zombies.

FAQs:

Q. Where to watch Twelve K-drama?

A. Ma Dong-seok's upcoming K-drama Twelve is coming on Dinsey+ on August 1, 2025. Indian fans will be able to watch the drama on JioHostar (OTTplay Premium).

Q. What is Twelve K-drama about?

A. Based on zodiac animals, Twelve angels live as humans protecting South Korea from evil spirits. After sealing dark forces in hell through sacrifice, they brought peace. Now, as evil awakens, chaos returns.

Q. How many episodes there in Twelve K-drama?

A. The upcoming Korean drama Twelve will have 8 episodes.

Q. Twelve K-drama cast details

A. The K-drama Twelve will feature Ma Dong-seok, Park Hyung-sik, Seo In-guk, Sung Dong-il, Lee Joo-bin, Ko Kyu-pil, Kang Min-a, Sung Yoo-bin, Ahn Ji-hye, and Regina Lei in key roles.

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