Final Episode of SBS's 'Hot Blooded Priest 2' Approaches as Cast Shares Heartfelt Reflections

As the final episode of SBS's Friday-Saturday drama 'Hot Blooded Priest 2' (열혈사제2) approaches tonight at 10 PM, the main cast members including Kim Nam-gil (김남길), Lee Ha-nee (이하늬), Kim Sung-kyun (김성균), Sung Joon (성준), Seo Hyun-woo (서현우), and Kim Hyung-seo (김형서) expressed their gratitude to viewers in heartfelt farewell messages.

With just one episode left, 'Hot Blooded Priest 2' (written by Park Jae-bum, directed by Park Bo-ram, produced by Studio S, Big Ocean ENM, Red Nine Pictures, and Gil Story ENT) has consistently maintained double-digit ratings for 11 consecutive episodes and has ranked among the top five in TV-OTT drama popularity according to Good Data Corporation's analysis.

In the penultimate episode, the team known as Gu-damz returned to their home base in Seoul after dismantling a drug organization. A significant moment occurred when Kim Hae-il (Kim Nam-gil) and Park Kyung-sun (Lee Ha-nee) reported Nam Du-heon (Seo Hyun-woo) to the prosecution, leading to the 'Honey Pot Gate' hearing, which served as the episode's dramatic conclusion.

As the series nears its end, the six main cast members shared their feelings about the finale, their favorite scenes, and key points to watch for in the last episode.

Kim Nam-gil, who plays the passionate priest Kim Hae-il, stated, "I hope viewers will watch how Gu-damz punishes evil and strives to restore a peaceful daily life until the very end. Please continue to show your interest." He also highlighted that every scene where Gu-damz gathers in Busan was memorable, noting the significance of their reunion after five years and the importance of their first steps in confronting new evil.

For the finale, he pointed out the 'fight in the National Assembly' as a key highlight, promising a fun and satisfying story that would provide viewers with a refreshing experience. He expressed gratitude to fans for their patience and support, emphasizing the importance of justice and the value of ordinary life.

Lee Ha-nee, who portrays the passionate prosecutor Park Kyung-sun, reflected on the bittersweet feeling of reaching the final episode, thanking her fellow cast and crew. She identified the scene where Kim Hae-il, Team Leader Gu Dae-young (Kim Sung-kyun), and Park Kyung-sun unite for the final hearing as a standout moment, encouraging viewers to look forward to the outcome of the 'Honey Pot hearing.'

Kim Sung-kyun, who plays Gu Dae-young, shared his unique emotions about completing the second season, feeling that the journey from season one to now has been a significant experience. He picked the action scene at Jirimguk Land as a memorable moment, hinting at an exciting conclusion where the Gu-damz family finds peace.

Sung Joon, who plays the formidable villain Kim Hong-sik, expressed disbelief that the series is ending so soon and hoped it brought laughter and emotion to viewers. He recalled the intense rain-soaked duel between Kim Hong-sik and Kim Hae-il as a memorable scene, highlighting the tension and effort put into that moment.

Seo Hyun-woo, who plays Nam Du-heon, shared his excitement about the final episode coinciding with the year's end, recalling the significant first meeting scene between Kim Hong-sik and Nam Du-heon. He encouraged viewers to watch how the villains confront Gu-damz in the finale and wished everyone a happy new year.

Kim Hyung-seo, who joined the cast as Gu Ja-young, expressed her desire for the series not to end, sharing how much she enjoyed the filming process. She mentioned a particularly fun scene that brought joy during filming and expressed her happiness in connecting with viewers through this project.

The production team expressed their immense gratitude to the viewers who made 'Hot Blooded Priest 2' possible, teasing that the trademark 'cider shower' might make a spectacular appearance in the final episode, urging fans to stay tuned until the very end.