‘DP’ Director Hints at Possible Season 3: ‘I think people will be curious’
Director Han Jun Hee answered the million-dollar question regarding the possibility of "D.P." season 3, and discussed the premise of season 2.
In an exclusive interview by Maeil Business Newspaper, the filmmaker, who was also the genius behind the movie "Hit-and-Run Squad," shared what prompted him to release the second season.
Director Han Reveals Story Behind 'D.P' Season 2
As obtained by a media outlet, Director Han described "D.P." season 2 as a "sad story."
According to him, the second season revolved not just around the military system but also about the individuals and the challenges they went through.
The director added that one of the most difficult parts of creating the sequel is the reason behind it, along with the question, "Why should I do season 2?"
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Expressing his gratitude to the viewers and fans who supported the first season, Director Han said he had to "contemplate" how he could "bring this story forward even one step."
As seen in "D.P." season 2, viewers witnessed the heartbreaking stories of soldiers who experienced harassment and bullying within the military.
One remarkable scene was with private soldier Kim Ru Ri, played by Moon Sang Hoon. He opened fire on his colleagues after being pushed to his limits and victmized by his superiors. Because of his rank, he couldn't do anything about it but had to deal with it by himself.
Unfortunately, it led him to kill several colleagues and go into hiding as he planned to expose the military.
According to the "D.P." season 2 director, he didn't want the soldiers to look like a vicious perpetrator or a victim.
"I didn't want to portray any of the enlisted soldiers, who were drafted into the military, as consistent perpetrators or consistent victims," he said, and discussed about the Kim Ru Ri scene.
"I didn't want to make the characters themselves be just absolutely evil or just unconditionally pitiful. They are all people in their early 20s who joined the military due to the conscription system," the director explained, adding that there are two sides to the story.
Will There Be 'D.P.' Season 3? Director Han Answers the Burning Question
Viewers were left hanging after the "D.P." season 2 ending showed a familiar character from season 1.
After the tragic incident, that shook the military to its core, Private Cho Suk Bong recovered and met Ahn Joon Ho (Jung Hae In).
At this point, viewers believe that the Netflix series will return with season 3.
As for the director, he acknowledged the public's curiosity about season 3 but revealed that he "didn't think of a new story yet."
However, Han Jun Hee is hopeful that "D.P." season 3 will get the green light, but at this moment, it's unclear.
"Of course, if I am given the opportunity, I'll think about it, but I haven't thought about (season 3) yet," he explained.
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Written by Geca Wills
