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Upcoming thriller series ‘Trigger cancels promo events; director issues statement

The much-anticipated thriller series ' Trigger ', which is all set for its release on July 25, has become a hot topic of discussion, especially as the recent gun violence case has come to light in Korea. Several promotional events planned ahead of the release of the series online have also been officially cancelled until further notice. The series' director, Kwon Oh Seung , recently talked about the series and also addressed the situation in a press conference. Promotional events for the upcoming series 'Trigger' stand cancelled Various promotional events for the thriller series 'Trigger' starring Kim Nam Gil and Kim Young Kwang have been cancelled in respect in light of the recent events of gun violence in the country. As per The Korea Times, the director of the series issued a statement regarding the matter at hand during a press event at Hotel Naru Seoul MGallery in Mapo District, Seoul. He shared, 'I want to express my regret regarding the unfortunate incident. However, I believe its connection to 'Trigger' is different. If you look at how the characters use guns in the drama, it leads to different approaches and different outcomes, so I hope people view this heartbreaking incident and our series separately'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo About 'Trigger' 'Trigger' is an upcoming gun-centric thriller series that shifts focus on a society that has been overrun with turmoil. Guns are now legal and openly used and carried by the public. The series explores a country that falls apart in a matter of days, going from banning guns for good, to a society that cannot operate without them. The show boasts a talented cast that includes Kim Nam Gil, Kim Young, Woo Ji Hyun , Park Hoon, Kim Won Hae, and Kil Hae Yeon among many others. The director extensively explained the film and the reasoning behind it. He shared, 'I became fascinated by how people would behave if someone were to cunningly exploit such a volatile situation by distributing guns'.