Will the relationship of Kang Bit-na (played by Park Shin-hye 박신혜) and Han Da-on (played by Kim Jae-young 김재영) end in heartbreak in the SBS Friday-Saturday drama ‘The Judge from Hell(지옥에서 온 판사)’?
The two main characters captivate audiences with their intense, complex chemistry, walking the fine line between suspicion and deadly attraction. Initially antagonistic, they gradually formed a bond, risking their lives to protect each other. The gripping performances by Park Shin-hye and Kim Jae-young only heighten the drama’s impact, pulling viewers deeper into their story.
In episode 12, Kang Bit-na uncovered the true identity of serial killer J and his connection to Satan. Serial killer J turned out to be Jung Tae-gyu (Lee Kyu-han 이규한), who had entered into a pact with Satan (Park Ho-san 박호산), possessing the body of Jung Jae-geol (Kim Hong-pa 김홍파) to carry out murders on Satan’s behalf. Though Kang Bit-na subdued Satan, Han Da-on, a bereaved family member of one of J’s victims, confronted Jung Tae-gyu, furious over his remorseless demeanor. Instead of seeking personal revenge, he chose to pursue justice through the legal system.
However, as Jung Tae-gyu’s trial approaches, Kang Bit-na faces a fateful decision. Unless she releases Jung Tae-gyu and sends him to hell herself, she risks her own destruction. Many viewers recall a chilling prophecy from Omija (Gabriel, played by Kim Young-ok) who warned Han Da-on that if he remained with Kang Bit-na, one of them would surely die. The lives of Kang Bit-na and Han Da-on now hang by a thread.
On October 31, production for ‘The Judge from Hell’ heightened viewers’ tension with preview images revealing an intense exchange between Kang Bit-na and Han Da-on. Captured from scenes to air in the upcoming episode 13, the photos show Kang Bit-na with a sorrowful gaze, seemingly hiding something, as she looks at Han Da-on. Meanwhile, Han Da-on, unaware of the looming threat, gazes at her with affection, though momentarily puzzled. This emotional exchange, intertwined with the weight of their fate, underscores the depth of their connection and the impending tragedy.
In a statement, the production team shared, “In episode 13 airing on November 1, Kang Bit-na and Han Da-on’s relationship will face a major turning point. Omija’s prophecy about the death of one partner will finally take shape. Park Shin-hye and Kim Jae-young have portrayed the protagonists’ intricate emotions with remarkable subtlety, bringing their fate to life in a dramatic way. We ask for viewers’ support and anticipation.”
With only two episodes left, viewers are left wondering: will Kang Bit-na truly part ways with Han Da-on, or can they defy their dark fate? ‘The Judge from Hell’ episode 13 will air on Friday, November 1, at 10 p.m., while the finale will broadcast on Saturday, November 2, at 9:50 p.m., wrapping up in an 80-minute extended episode.