Netflix is set to release its highly anticipated Korean crime thriller, Karma, on April 4, 2025. This new Kdrama will have six-episode, exploring the consequences of human actions and the inescapable nature of fate.
Netflix has now released character stills of this kdrama.
Directed and written by Lee Il-hyung, Karma is an adaptation of the Kakao Webtoon Ill-Fated Relationship by Choi Hee-seon. With a stellar cast and a compelling storyline, the drama is expected to be a standout in the crime thriller genre.
The story of Karma Kdrama revolves around six individuals whose lives become intertwined through a series of fateful events. At the center is a man who witnesses a mysterious accident and, in an impulsive moment, becomes involved in a dangerous deal. His actions set off a chain reaction that pulls others into a web of deception and moral dilemmas.
Among them is a doctor, haunted by childhood trauma, who is forced to confront a figure from her past. Another character, a man burdened by financial ruin due to failed cryptocurrency investments, finds himself making desperate choices.
Meanwhile, an individual who was unjustly dismissed from his job sees an opportunity for revenge, only to realize he has been caught in something much bigger than he anticipated.
As these characters navigate their personal struggles, their choices lead them down a path where every action has a consequence—one they can no longer escape.
The series boasts an impressive cast, including Park Hae-soo, known for Squid Game and Money Heist: Korea, who plays the lead role. Shin Min-a, recognized for her performances in Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha and Our Blues, takes on the role of the troubled doctor. Lee Hee-jun, Kim Sung-kyun, Lee Kwang-soo, and Gong Seung-yeon each bringing depth and complexity to their respective characters.
With such a powerhouse lineup, Karma is expected to deliver a thought provoking storyline. The drama will not only explore crime and suspense but also themes of redemption, guilt, and the unintended ripple effects of one’s actions.
Given Netflix’s track record of producing amazing Korean dramas, we expect to see good things from this upcoming Kdrama.