Pachinkoreturns for a much-anticipated Season 2, and its ready to bring viewers on another emotional rollercoaster through history.
Prepare to dive back into the epic saga.
Without further ado, heres everything we know so far about Season 2 ofPachinko.
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As Season 2 expands outward and again rearranges the story’s structure, it finds even greater resonance.
When Is Pachinko Season 2 Coming Out?
Season 2 has a total of eight episodes.
Based on the New York Times bestseller, this sweeping saga chronicles the hopes and dreams of a Korean immigrant family across four generations as they leave their homeland in an indomitable quest to survive and thrive.
Is There A Trailer for Pachinko Season 2?
Meanwhile, in 1989 Tokyo, Sunjas grandson, Solomon (Ha), struggles with his career.
Who Are the Cast in Pachinko Season 2?
Yuh-jung stars as the elderly Kim Sunja in 1989.
Meanwhile, Min-haplays the young adult Sunja in 1945.
In Season 1, Sunja is introduced as the daughter of a boarding house owner in Yeongdo, Busan.
Ha plays Solomon Baek, the grandson of Sunja and the son of Baek Mozasu.
Unlike his grandmother, Solomon enjoyed a life of wealth and privilege thanks to his fathers successful pachinko business.
Despite their passionate romance, sadly Hansu isnt able to fulfill Sunjas wishes for a marriage.
Newly joining the cast this season isKim Sung-kyuas Kim Chang-Ho.
What Is ‘Pachinko’ Season 2 About?
Based on the synopsis and trailer alone,PachinkoSeason 2 primarily follows the Book 2 storyline from Lees novel.
As Japan faces impending collapse due to World War II, civilians flee the cities in search of safety.
Another possible subplot is the growing attraction between Kyunghee and Chang-ho.
Although she insists their relationship is sibling-like, it becomes clear that Chang-ho has deeper feelings for her.
One potential path could be joining his fathers pachinko business, despite Mozasus opposition.
Determined to forge his own path, Solomon finds a way to become involved in the family enterprise.
What Happened in Pachinko Season 1?
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The story begins with Sunnjas challenging birth, as her mother, Yangjin, faces difficulty conceiving.
Despite societal pressures favoring male children, Sunjas father, Hoonie, adores and encourages her independence.
After Hoonies death, Yangjin and Sunja run Hoonies boarding house together.
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In the 1930s, a grown-up Sunja meets Koh Hansu and they begin a secret romance.
Sunja becomes pregnant, but Hansure reveals he is already married.
Heartbroken, Sunja rejects his financial help.
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The two move to Osaka, where Sunja gives birth to her first son, Baek Noa.
Solomon reunites with his estranged childhood sweetheart, Hana, who is dying from AIDS.
Despite Solomons efforts to help, Hana passes away, leaving him with painful lessons about identity and belonging.
Who Is Making Pachinko?
Pachinkois brought to live for Apple TV+ by the studio Media Res.
Executive producerSoo Hughalso serves as the shows creator and writer.
Joining the executive producer board are Media ResMichael EllenbergandLindsey Springer, as well asTheresa Kangfor Blue Marble Pictures.
DirectorsLeanne Welham,Arvin Chen, andSang-il Leejoin the team for Season 2.
