According to Naver, Rain is currently drawing major attention for his role as the villain Baek Jeong in Bloodhounds 2, which has recently premiered on Netflix. The series has quickly climbed to No.1 among the most beloved Korean shows in recent days, further amplifying buzz around his shocking transformation.

Baek Jeong is portrayed as a literal “living weapon.” With overwhelming physical strength, frightening speed, and near-perfect combat skills, he is a force to be reckoned with. What makes him even more terrifying is his cold, ruthless personality that instills fear in everyone around him.

To fully embody such a psychologically intense antagonist, Rain adopted method acting, immersing himself deeply into the character. He revealed that for an entire year, he lived as Baek Jeong even off-camera. At home, he spoke very little and maintained a dark, cold demeanor, to the point that his wife, Kim Tae-hee, reportedly criticized him for staying too immersed in the role.

In Bloodhounds 2, Baek Jeong serves as the central villain, leading an international underground boxing organization known as IKFC. Beyond organizing brutal fights, he runs a massive illegal betting empire worth hundreds of millions of dollars. For him, the ring is not about competition it is a tool for profit and control over human lives.

Recognizing the potential of protagonist Gun Woo (played by Woo Do-hwan), Baek Jeong approaches him with a staggering offer: 10 billion won for a single match. However, Gun Woo firmly rejects the proposal. Unwilling to accept refusal, Baek Jeong resorts to extreme measures threatening family members, orchestrating kidnappings, and even launching explosive attacks to force compliance.

This marks Rain’s first-ever villain role in his 20-year career, and viewers are praising his performance as a defining moment. His acting has reached a new level of maturity, leaving a powerful impression. Every time Baek Jeong appears on screen, audiences reportedly hold their breath, captivated by the chilling, oppressive aura he brings.

In addition to his acting, Rain has also impressed with his sculpted physique and intense, visually striking fight scenes, further solidifying his dramatic transformation into one of the most terrifying villains in recent Korean drama history.

Sources: K14