What if we told you that one of the most jaw-dropping scenes of the latest hit K-drama on Netflix wasn’t even filmed with actors or cameras? Welcome to the future: a milestone in Korean TV history, one you might not have even realized while binge-watching!
‘Agent Kim Reactivated': The Korean Series Everyone's Talking About
Over the past week, Netflix subscribers have been able to watch—or rewatch—all ten episodes of the Korean action series Agent Kim Reactivated. Led by So Ji-sub, this series has enjoyed major success, not only in South Korea during its broadcast on the SBS network but also internationally, where it's available exclusively on Netflix.
From its first episodes, Agent Kim Reactivated broke audience records in South Korea. In France, the show reportedly stayed near the top of the charts from the moment the premiere was released. It has also been among the top non-English-language series watched worldwide for five weeks.
Not Your Ordinary Action Series
So Ji-sub—also known for Confession (Sans merci) on Netflix—plays a retired secret service agent who returns to action after his daughter is kidnapped. The series is notable for its intense action sequences. However, not all of these scenes involved actors.
You may not have noticed, but an entire scene in Agent Kim Reactivated required no live filming. The very first scene of episode 2 was created entirely using artificial intelligence. This moment stands as the first time in K-drama history that such a sequence has been integrated into a series.
The Groundbreaking AI Scene
The three-minute sequence acts as a flashback that reveals more about the main character’s history. It includes dialogue, a car crash, and a shootout. Yet, neither So Ji-sub nor any other actors participated in this production.
Morpheus Studio, a company specializing in special effects, created the scene using AICRON, an AI platform launched in February 2026. According to Korean media outlet Hankook Ilbo and studio vice president Ryu Jae-hwan, the project team produced the visuals using only the script provided by the show’s producers—without any visual references. Even So Ji-sub’s face was recreated using AI prompts.
The production wasn't without obstacles. The AI reportedly refused to generate purple imagery—so rather than blood, the team instructed it to create bursts of ketchup instead.
Two Months for Three Minutes: The Making Of
All in all, the creation of this three-minute sequence took two months. Ryu explained, “We spent an entire month generating concept images for the motorcycle and cars, as well as for the tunnel scene, and even for the ice floating on the river.” He also emphasized that special effects experts played a crucial role in guiding the AI throughout the process.
While this marks a technological milestone, it shows that even the most advanced AI still needs expert supervision—and sometimes creative improvisation—especially when it won’t deliver purple blood!
