Omniscient Reader: The Prophet is one of the most anticipated South Korean big screen projects this year. Adapted from a popular web novel of the same name, the film presents a fantasy world that suddenly becomes real, complete with mysterious scenarios and a struggle for survival.
Ahn Hyo Seop is trusted to play the main character, Kim Dok Ja, whose life changes drastically after the novel world he has been reading for more than a decade becomes a reality.
In Omniscient Reader: The Prophet, Ahn Hyo Seop plays Kim Dok Ja, an ordinary contract employee who works at a gaming company. His character is described as introverted, quiet, and living a seemingly monotonous life.
However, behind her boring daily life, Kim Dok Ja is the only loyal reader of the web novel entitled Three Ways to Survive in a Ruined World. The dramatic story begins as Kim Dok Ja is on his way home on the subway.
He has just read that his favorite web novel is coming to an end, but suddenly the world around his changes. Surprisingly, reality shifts and becomes as depicted in the novel—the world is on the brink of destruction.
With only himself knowing the entire contents of the novel, Kim Dok Ja is the only person with an information advantage in dealing with the deadly scenarios that he and those around his must live through.
Armed with his knowledge, he begins to develop strategies to survive, save others, and slowly take control of the destiny of this changed world. Ahn Hyo Seop's transformation as Kim Dok Ja looks so strong in the stills of the character that have been released.
He shows an emotional change from an ordinary employee to a tough survivor with a calm yet intense expression. His role in this film combines drama, action, and intelligence, making Kim Dok Ja's character very interesting to follow.
In the midst of completing various missions called “scenarios,” Kim Dok Ja will meet other important characters, including Yoo Joong Hyuk (played by Lee Min Ho), the main protagonist in the web novel she reads. The interaction between these two central characters is one of the most anticipated elements by fans.
In addition, the film also features a number of famous actors such as Chae Soo Bin as Yoo Sang Ah, Shin Seung Ho as Lee Hyun Sung, Nana as Jung Hee Won, BLACKPINK's Jisoo as Lee Ji Hye, and Kwon Eun Sung as Lee Gil Young.
Their presence will enrich the dynamics of a group that depends on each other to survive in a chaotic world.
With a unique and mysterious background story, Omniscient Reader: The Prophet promises an emotional adventure and thrilling action. Ahn Hyo Seop, who is known for his deep acting skills, seems to be bringing a new dimension to the character of Kim Dok Ja through his appearance this time.
Ahn Hyo Seop shared, “I tried to portray the ordinary Kim Dok Ja that everyone can relate to, and I wanted to show how Dok Ja grows up together with everyone, hand in hand,” as quoted by Soompi on Wednesday June 11, 2025.
He added, “Based on the assessment that the character’s background is the most important, I discussed a lot with the director and spent the most time researching the character. I also consistently practiced the action.”
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