On January 7, 2025, Disney+ revealed the lineup of upcoming K-dramas, along with a sneak peek of Kim Soo-hyun and Jo Bo-ah’s Knock Off. Disney+ shared the compiled video via their social media accounts.
Knock Off’s sneak peek impressed K-drama fans. Consequently, their fans flooded the internet with their enthusiasm for the upcoming lovers-to-enemies drama. One X user wrote:
"'Are you saying the Kim Sungjun I know is second-in-command of Dongdaemun organization?” FIRST LOVE TO ENEMIES'”
Many other mixed reactions to Kim Soo-hyun and Jo Bo-ah’s Knock Off were seen online. While many seemed excited about its release, others appreciated the casting of the upcoming series.
“the king of chemistry, the co-stars are married but the chemistry remains,” a fan stated.
“lovers to enemies trope goshh i love it,” another fan commented.
“OH MY GOD THIS CASTING????,” wrote an fan.
“it's very new to me that kim soo hyun has a new drama for two consecutive years. luv it that he didn't give me a break and move on from queen of tears,” stated a fan.
Some said Kim Soo-hyun was already “serving” in the first glimpse of the drama, while others lauded their chemistry.
“If all the scammers are as good looking like him then feel free to take all my money,” commented an fan.
“just short snips from the trailer but soohyun is already serving!,” stated another fan.
“BoAh and SooHyun are good actors the chemistry is sooo good...I am a part of SooWon nation but they did a good job for S1 of KnockOff,” stated another user on X.
Kim Soo-hyun and Jo Bo-ah's Knock Off will have 18 episodes
Knock Off will have a total of 18 episodes, which will be released in two parts. The first and second seasons of the show will present nine episodes each.
Kim Seong Jun (Kim Soo-hyun) is the male protagonist of Knock Off. Originally employed as an office worker, Seong Jun loses his job due to the IMF crisis and finds himself involved in the counterfeit market.
He takes over the role of vice chairman, who oversees the expansion of a counterfeiting enterprise. With his intellect, quick response to unexpected situations, and drive, he aims to rule the counterfeit business.
Song Hye Jeong (Jo Bo-ah), the female protagonist, was once in love with Kim Seong Jun. Currently, Hye Jeong is a special judicial police officer whose duty is to combat the sale of counterfeit items.
A strained relationship develops between Seong Jun and Hye Jeong as a result of the operation of counterfeit goods.
The promotional video released by Disney+ featured other K-dramas, including Unmasked, Hyper Knife, Nine Puzzles, Low Life, Temptest, The Murky Stream, and The Manipulated, alongside Knock Off. Although the confirmed release date was not announced yet, these dramas will be released throughout 2025.