Upcoming Disney+ series 'Tempest' starring Jun Ji Hyun x Kang Dong Won already causing a stir with its unbelievable casting

Disney+’s 2025 lineup video, released on July 16, has sparked significant interest far beyond that of a typical teaser.

In 2025, Disney+ is set to make waves with its slate of Korean original dramas, capturing the attention of audiences worldwide with just a short teaser video. Among the lineup, 'Tempest' has already sparked explosive reactions thanks to its “legendary casting,” “unbelievable two-shot,” and comparisons to a blockbuster-level drama even before its premiere, placing it squarely at the center of this year's OTT buzz.

Starring Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won, 'Tempest' garnered particular attention for its dazzling casting. With a script by Jung Seo Kyeong ('Decision to Leave') and direction by Kim Hee Won ('Vincenzo,' 'Queen of Tears'), the spy melodrama marks Kang Dong Won’s return to television after 20 years, alongside the ever-powerful screen presence of Jun Ji Hyun.

Immediately after the teaser’s release, social media comment sections lit up with reactions like, “Kang Dong-won is insane” “That Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won two-shot? Unreal,” “Disney+ is going all in. Totally caught me off guard,” “I can’t stop thinking about 'Tempest',” “Kang Dong Won doing a drama? This must be a dream,” “This cast is fire,” “That two-shot made me lose my mind. Disney really snatched this one,” “Visuals are insane,” “I’ll be watching this 100 times,” “Jun Ji Hyun’s entrance in the teaser was legendary,” “This combo should run 10 seasons,” and“Jun Ji Hyun? Say no more, I’m in.”

Tempest is a political spy thriller that follows former UN ambassador Moon Joo (Jun Ji Hyun) and a mysterious special agent San Ho (Kang Dong Won) as they uncover a massive truth behind an international diplomatic scandal. Blending action, melodrama, and psychological tension, the drama promises a multi-layered, genre-blurring experience. The series marks Kang Dong-won’s first return to the small screen since Magic in 2004, making it one of the most highly anticipated comebacks of the year.

Meanwhile, 'Knock-Off' a massive-budget drama starring Kim Soo Hyun initially scheduled for late 2025, has reportedly been delayed indefinitely. Still, Disney+ has a powerhouse lineup ahead for 2026, including 'The Remarried Empress' starring Ju Ji Hoon, Shin Min Ah, Lee Se Young, and Lee Jong Suk; 'Delusion,' a mysterious romance led by Suzy and Kim Seon Ho; And 'Moving 2,' currently in development.