Disney+ Treasure Island | Episodes 1-5 Plot Update: Park Hyung-sik's First Battle as a Dark Character Competing for Power and Profit, Climbing to the Top of the Food Chain through Bribery and Extortion

Disney+ Treasure Island | Episodes 1-5 Plot Update Park Hyung-sik's First Battle as a Dark Character Competing for Power and Profit, Climbing to the Top of the Food Chain through Bribery and Extortion

Park Hyung-sik stars in Disney+'s new Korean drama "Treasure Island." This male god, known as the "Kiss Artisan," challenges a dark character for the first time, participating in a battle mixed with black gold, power struggles, revenge, and ambition, ignited by a political investigation. Park Hyung-sik challenges his dark acting skills, facing off against the powerful actor Heo Jun-ho; having just aired two episodes, new episodes are exclusively released in South Korea every Friday and Saturday at 10:30 PM. Below is a summary of the plot, cast, and character information for "Treasure Island" organized by Sing Tao Daily for drama fans.

Treasure Island Plot Introduction: Corruption in Korea's Top Enterprises Triggers a Domino Effect

The plot of "Treasure Island" revolves around a controversial energy project that makes the multinational company "Daesan Group" the focus of national attention. The group is under congressional investigation due to the disappearance of 2 trillion Korean won in government funds, facing heavy charges of mismanagement and corruption. Ignoring moral boundaries, Daesan Group's executive Seo Dong-joo (played by Park Hyung-sik) sees this investigation as a great opportunity for career advancement, aiming to take control of the company as his ultimate goal. He begins to use illegal means such as bribery and extortion without hesitation to save the group, positioning himself as an indispensable member of the company, seeking to reach the pinnacle of power.

Treasure Island Episodes 1 to 5 Plot (Continuously Updated)

Episode 1: If what you said was taken to heart, these things wouldn't have happened.

Seo Dong-joo (played by Park Hyung-sik) grew up in an orphanage, possessing a photographic memory and a meticulous mind. He catches the eye of Daesan Group's chairman Cha Gang-cheon (played by Yoo Hyun) upon their first meeting. Dong-joo has served Daesan Group for many years as the head of the chairman's secretariat's external cooperation team, secretly yearning for a high position. Daesan Group has no male heirs, only daughters and granddaughters, and someone suggests that Seo Dong-joo pursue the chairman's granddaughter. Dong-joo develops feelings for the new employee Ryu In-nam (played by Hong Hwa-yeon), and they sweetly cohabit for a while. Dong-joo plans to propose to In-nam but is suddenly called by the chairman to accompany him to a wedding, where the bride is none other than Daesan Group's daughter Ryu In-nam.

Episode 2: Why apologize to the chairman?

Ryu In-nam (played by Hong Hwa-yeon) lost her father at a young age, and her mother Cha Deok-hee (played by Kim Jeong-ran) remarried her father's friend Heo Il-do (played by Lee Hae-young), leading her to suspect that Heo Il-do is related to her father's death and is determined to uncover the truth Lü Yinnan concealed her identity and enjoyed a wonderful romantic time with Xu Dongzhu (Park Hyung-sik), ultimately heartlessly dumping him to marry the prosecutor of the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office, Lim Hee-cheo (Kwon Soo-hyun). Lim Hee-cheo is the nephew of former National Intelligence Service director Lim Jang-seon (Heo Joon-ho) and had a conflict with Xu Dongzhu during their school days, leading to a sharp confrontation upon their first meeting.

Treasure Island's Two Major Highlights:

Park Hyung-sik Breaks Free from Warm Male Image with a Cold Debut

Park Hyung-sik plays the secretary to the chairman of the Daesan Group in "Treasure Island." The first two episodes have already reported success, with the second episode achieving an 8.1% viewership, making it the ratings champion in its time slot. Park Hyung-sik appears in a sharp suit, marking his first challenge with a darker character, breaking away from his previous sunny and affectionate roles. His entrance brings a scene of power calculations behind the scenes, as Park Hyung-sik threatens a congressman before a hearing, forcing him to help the group president during the hearing, successfully turning the situation around despite strong opposition. Park Hyung-sik sits coldly among the attendees, exuding an overwhelming aura of dominance, opening the series and successfully creating a new direction in his acting career, allowing viewers and fans to see a new side of him.

Park Hyung-sik and Hong Hwa-ryeon Live Together, Hot Kisses and Shared Baths Lead to High Ratings

Park Hyung-sik and Hong Hwa-ryeon form a couple, and after meeting and falling in love at work, their passion is undeniable. They share a passionate kiss on the company’s back stairs and continue kissing from the front door to the bedroom, spanning two episodes. In a scene where they kiss in bed, Park Hyung-sik shows off his muscles with his bare upper body. The couple shares a steamy bath, embracing and declaring their feelings. Park Hyung-sik sees the woman as a potential marriage partner, but the next day, he witnesses his girlfriend getting married and learns that Hong Hwa-ryeon is the daughter of a wealthy family, shattering his dreams. Park Hyung-sik realizes that in the game of power, emotions are merely transactions of interests.

Treasure Island Character Introductions:

Park Hyung-sik as Xu Dongzhu

The head of the external cooperation team in the chairman's office of Daesan Group, he is meticulous and ambitious.

Lee Hae-young as Heo Il-do

President of Daesan Energy and the second husband of Cha Deok-hee (Kim Jeong-ran). Cha Deok-hee remarried Heo Il-do shortly after her first husband passed away, and her daughter Lü Yinnan (Hong Hwa-yeon) suspects Heo Il-do is related to her father's death.

Heo Joon-ho as Lim Jang-seon

A former director of the National Intelligence Service and a visiting professor at the law school, he is a key figure coordinating everything behind King Maker.

Hong Hwa-yeon as Lü Yinnan

The granddaughter of Cha Gang-cheon (Woo Hyun) and the daughter of Daesan Group, she is ambitious about the group and determined to uncover the secrets behind her father's death.

Han Ji-hye as Sister Agnes

Xu Dongzhu's only older sister, living under an assumed name.

Hong Joo-hyun as Cha Guk-hee

President of Daesan Chemicals and the second daughter of Cha Gang-cheon (Woo Hyun), she is straightforward and speaks her mind, often thinking and speaking simultaneously. Cha Guk-hee does not hide her ambition to inherit her father's legacy, frequently expressing her desire to become the chairman of Daesan Group.

Do Ji-won as Ji Yong-soo

The woman holding a huge secret and entangled with Dashan Group was once a popular news anchor on public television.

Kim Jeong-ran as Cha Deok-hee

Director of Dashan Cultural Foundation, eldest daughter of Cha Kwang-cheon (played by Yoo Hyun), mother of Ryu In-nam (played by Hong Hwa-yeon) and Heo Dae-yoon (Dae Sang-hyun), her first husband died in a car accident, and she remarried Heo Il-do (played by Heo Jun-ho).

Yoo Hyun as Cha Kwang-cheon

Chairman of Dashan Group, always greets people with a smile, has a delicate mind and excellent means