Vincenzo
has been the first K-drama for many fans. The Song Joong-Ki-led show, which also stars Jeon Yeo-Been and Ok Taec-yeon grabbed audience attention for perfectly blending crime, dark comedy, and legal drama into a unique story. The show completes 5 years, especially May 2, which marks its milestone anniversary. Vincenzo might have aired its last episode on this day in 2021, but the ripple effect it left behind still resonates in several titles that followed, like The Fiery Priest, Lawless Lawyer, Taxi Driver, and The Devil Judge. But Vincenzo is a fan-favourite and a benchmark. No wonder, even after 5 years, its lead actors Song Joong-Ki and Jeon Yeo-Been looked back at the project.
Song Joong-Ki, Jeon Yeo-Been celebrate 5 years of Vincenzo
To mark the anniversary, its production house, Studio Dragon, shared a special video on social media where Song and Jeon addressed and left a heartwarming message for fans. Looking back at Vincenzo and how it shines bright in the body of work of the two actors, they were filled with gratitude.
Song Joong-Ki expressed excitement that Vincenzo marks its fifth anniversary. He said, "I can't believe it's already been five years. It means so much to me." He added how fans, even to this day, remember him for the show and his character, Vincenzo Cassano. "Thank you for still loving a drama I truly cherish. I hope Vincenzo continues to bring you comfort and connection once again." Song urged fans to continue loving the show "for years to come."Jeon Yeo-Been reiterated. "I can't believe it's already the fifth anniversary. Thank you so much for all the love. Love you, Vincenzo!" she said in excitement.
About Vincenzo
The show follows the character of Park Joo-Hyung aka Vincenzo Cassano, a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer who returns to South Korea after a power struggle within his crime family. His mission is to recover hidden gold buried beneath a commercial building. But things take an unexpected turn. He is forced to team up with the sharp and unconventional lawyer Hong Cha-Young, and together they take on a corrupt conglomerate. Vincenzo delivers justice in ways the system cannot.
What's special about Vincenzo?
The story stands out for using mafia tactics, legal loopholes, and psychological warfare to weave a thrilling screenplay. It uniquely mixes intense revenge arcs and quirky humour involving the Geumga Plaza building's eccentric tenants.
With a striking supporting cast that also included Kim Yeo-Jin, Jo Han-Chul and Kwak Dong-Yeon, it was also a turning point in the acting journey of 2PM member Ok Taec-yeon, who plays the main villain. He ended up delivering one of the best antagonist acts seen in K-drama land in recent years.