"'Star Wars' like"...'Devil's Plan 3', Survival's Strongest Gather (Comprehensive)

The production presentation for the new Netflix variety show 'Devil's Plan: Dead Again' was held at 11 AM on the 5th."It will be the survival show viewers have been waiting for."Oh Hyun-min, Shin Dong, John Park, Nucksal, Seo Chul-gu, Kim Dong-jae, Hyun Kyung-ryeol, Jung Won-young, Jung Hyun-gyu, Ha Seok-jin, Lee Do, Jae Jae, Yuri Sa, PD Choi Yoon-hee, PD Jung Jong-yeon, Stella Jang, Hong Jin-ho, and Jang Dong-min (from top left, clockwise) attended the production presentation for Netflix's new variety show 'Devil's Plan: Dead Again' held at the Grand Ballroom of Mondrian Seoul Itaewon in Yongsan-gu, Seoul at 11 AM on the 5th, and shared various stories. /Reporter Nam Yoon-ho[THE FACT|Reporter Choi Soo-bin] The brain survival variety show 'Devil's Plan' is back with a new season 3. From past winners to the strongest survivalists and new challengers, a record 16 players gather in one place. Expectations are high for the unpredictable battle of wits that these individuals, equipped with both experience and skill, will engage in.The production presentation for Netflix's new variety show 'Devil's Plan: Dead Again' was held at 11 AM on the 5th at the Grand Ballroom of Mondrian Seoul Itaewon in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. PD Jung Jong-yeon and PD Choi Yoon-hee, who directed the show, along with comedian Jang Dong-min, actor Ha Seok-jin, singers Shin Dong, John Park, and Stella Jang, rappers Nucksal and Seo Chul-gu, broadcaster Jae Jae, model Yuri Sa, poker players Hong Jin-ho and Kim Dong-jae, instructors Oh Hyun-min and Lee Do, influencer Jung Hyun-gyu, and IT industry professionals Jung Won-young and Hyun Kyung-ryeol attended and shared various stories related to the program.'Devil's Plan 3' is a brain survival variety show where legendary players who have dominated brain survival and emerging powerhouses gather to determine a single winner. Since its premiere as Season 1 in 2023, each season has delivered thrilling entertainment to viewers with intricate strategies, psychological warfare, alliances and betrayals for victory, and unpredictable twists.The third season expands the scale of the game and the competitive landscape. Most notably, it differentiates itself from previous seasons by featuring a large number of past winners, strong contenders who have proven their skills in other survival programs, and new challengers.PD Jung Jong-yeon stated, "We focused on creating a pure brain game. The physical battle of wits between the players has been emphasized compared to previous seasons," adding, "We've included many elements that fans of this genre will particularly enjoy."Jang Dong-min (left) and Hong Jin-ho will compete in 'Devil's Plan 3'. /Reporter Nam Yoon-hoThis season is particularly noteworthy for the change in PD Jung's long-standing principle for casting participants. He explained, "I thought about breaking the standards of survival," and "My principle was to cast people without prior experience, but for 'Devil's Plan,' I prepared by imagining what it would be like for experienced individuals to have a second chance."He added, "I cast players with winning experience first. I also looked for players who could create turning points in the program even if they hadn't won, and considered individuals who wouldn't be outmatched by them among the new faces."Among the star-studded cast, Jang Dong-min is particularly eye-catching. He holds the record for five consecutive survival show victories, starting with 'The Genius: Black Garnet' and including 'Betting on Fact.' Attention is focused on whether he can showcase his unparalleled skills in this season as well.Jang Dong-min said, "I had many concerns this season as well, but after talking with PD Jung, I decided to take on the challenge." He continued, "A grand feast has been prepared, and shouldn't we have a blast at such a feast once more? I decided to participate with a joyful heart."Hong Jin-ho, a former professional gamer who is now a top poker player with accumulated winnings of 3 billion won, is also jumping into the competition. Hong Jin-ho mentioned, "It's been 10 years since 'The Genius' that I've reunited with PD Jung, and I enjoyed filming."Furthermore, the reunion of the 'Jang-Oh Alliance,' known as a 'legendary combination' among brain survival fans, has been realized. Jang Dong-min and Oh Hyun-min, who boasted formidable teamwork in 'The Genius' in the past, are now on the same stage, sparking curiosity about whether they will join forces again.Oh Hyun-min stated, "There are no eternal teams in survival. I hope you focus on this aspect," while Jang Dong-min confidently said, "Many people are interested in the 'Jang-Oh Alliance,' and I believe we have fully met their expectations."Players who were active in 'Devil's Plan' are also returning to the competition. Ha Seok-jin, a past winner, along with Kim Dong-jae and Jung Hyun-gyu, will join to prove their skills.However, the reception to Jung Hyun-gyu's reappearance is not entirely positive. In the previous Season 2, Jung Hyun-gyu received significant criticism for remarks that seemed to belittle other contestants.Amidst the controversy over Jung Hyun-gyu's attitude in 'Devil's Plan' Season 2, he stated, "I want to compensate for my shortcomings with a more mature attitude in Season 3." /Reporter Nam Yoon-hoRegarding this, Jung Hyun-gyu said, "I've thought a lot since last season. I used to think that winning by any means necessary was enough, but I think I played without considering the viewers because I was immature." He continued, "I regret causing harm to the viewers and many others in the process. This season, I want to compensate for my shortcomings with a more mature attitude and prove my skills once again."The addition of strong contenders who have shown remarkable presence in other survival programs is also noteworthy. Rapper Seo Chul-gu, a prodigy who entered university early at the age of 16, and Yuri Sa, a Mensa member with an IQ of 156, will compete against the existing players.Seo Chul-gu remarked, "Just as technology evolves over time, I felt that the games have become much more diverse," while Yuri Sa said, "My first survival challenge was 'Bloody Game 2,' and at the time, I felt it was closer to a social experiment than a variety show. This 'Devil's Plan 3' was even more so," raising expectations.In addition, Super Junior SHINDONG, Hyun Kyung-ryeol, a Google employee and Seoul National University Ph.D. graduate, singer John Park, broadcaster Jae Jae, rapper Nucksal, Seoul National University graduate and star instructor Lee Do, singer-songwriter Stella Jang, and hidden powerhouse Jung Won-young will also join. How these individuals, with their diverse backgrounds and strengths, will strategize in the competition is another point to watch.The cast members unanimously agreed that despite thorough preparation, they faced unexpected difficulties. Nucksal said, "I like board games and played a lot, and I also watched previous seasons, but it was useless. I felt like I had prepared in the wrong way," while Stella Jang added, "I did mental arithmetic and puzzle games on my phone whenever I had time, but it was useless," making the audience burst into laughter.Finally, Jang Dong-min encouraged viewership, saying, "It feels like a 'Star Wars' in the truest sense. We will resolve everything that viewers have been waiting for and thirsting for in survival programs, so don't miss it."'Devil's Plan 3,' consisting of a total of 14 episodes, will release five episodes on the 10th. Subsequently, it will meet viewers every Tuesday for three weeks.subin7134@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]