The upcoming film “The Ugly” has offered a sneak peek of Im Seong Jae’s character!
Directed by Yeon Sang Ho, “The Ugly” follows the story of Im Dong Hwan (Park Jung Min), the son of Im Young Gyu (Kwon Hae Hyo)—a blind man who has become a skilled seal artisan—as he investigates the mysterious death of his mother, whose body was secretly buried for the past 40 years.
Im Seong Jae plays Baek Joo Sang, the owner of a clothing factory in the Cheonggyecheon area. Dong Hwan encounters Joo Sang while searching for people who worked with his mother Jung Young Hee during the 1970s. Unlike other factory owners of the time, Joo Sang appears kind-hearted—he pays his workers on time, enjoys photographing his employees as a hobby, and is known for his friendly demeanor. However, beneath his seemingly warm exterior lies a dark secret, adding a layer of suspense and complexity to the film.
The newly released stills capture both sides of Baek Joo Sang. In one image, he flashes a bright smile while holding a camera, ready to snap a photo. In another, he stands in an office, looking visibly upset with a stern, intense expression—hinting at the duality of his character.
Im Seong Jae described his character by saying, “Baek Joo Sang isn’t someone who acts with a clear intention of doing good or evil.” He added, “That aspect really attracted me as an actor. While monitoring my takes during filming, I felt like I truly looked like someone from the 1970s, so I thought to myself that it had been the right decision to gain some weight.”
Co-star Park Jung Min also praised Im Seong Jae, commenting, “He’s kind of an actor who, with wise guidance, helps you naturally bring out what you want to express.”
“The Ugly” is set to hit theaters in September.
In the meantime, watch Im Seong Jae in “Law and The City” here:
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