The true face of Min Jun-ho, played by The Liar K-drama star Yoo Yeon-seok, was finally revealed in a shocking ending during the 4th episode of the MBC Friday-Saturday drama ‘The Liar’ (directed by Cho Young-min, written by Baek Jae-young), which aired on November 7. Alongside this revelation, the reason why Kang Ji-seon (played by Seo Hyun-jin) failed the lie detector test came to light, steering the plot in an entirely new direction. The broadcast drew intense interest by recording consecutive ratings increases for the second episode in a row.
Previously, malicious reports targeting Kang Ji-seon destroyed her daily life. Fellow teachers and even the children she taught began to view her as a ‘femme fatale,’ ultimately causing her to lose her job. On the other hand, Min Jun-ho instantly transformed from a criminal into a victim and regained his peaceful routine. The fates of Min Jun-ho, who appeared on television as a doctor and regained public trust, and Kang Ji-seon, who lost everything, starkly contrasted.
Amidst this, the truth behind Kang Ji-seon’s lie detector test failure was exposed. In the past, she had been involved in a similar incident. When questioned about the individual she reported back then, she answered falsely because she feared being misunderstood as someone habitually involved in similar cases. However, the person she had previously reported tipped off a reporter and sent threatening messages to pressure her further.
Unable to endure any longer, Kang Ji-seon visited the individual directly. However, the opponent maintained a shameless attitude, and facing this, Kang Ji-seon could not hide her anger. With no signs of improvement in her situation, she even entertained dangerous thoughts, resolving to bring the truth to light by declaring, ‘It’s better than living with just a faint breath like the dead.’ Afterward, she took action by posting a message using her real name on the bulletin board of the broadcast program where Min Jun-ho appeared.
Kang Ji-seon’s exposure dealt a blow to Min Jun-ho as well. As public perception shifted again, Min Jun-ho lost surgical opportunities, and upon discovering that his son Min Hyun-soo (played by Kang Ji-yong) got caught up in a fight and was injured because of him, he exploded with anger. Ultimately, Min Jun-ho shouted at Kang Ji-seon, ‘Please stop telling those absurd lies.’ However, Kang Ji-seon firmly countered, ‘I cannot stop. Because it’s not a lie.’ The confrontation between the two regarding the truth intensified even further.
Throughout this process, police officer Lee Hwa-young (played by Ok Ja-yeon) also stood out. Lee Hwa-young warned Kang Ji-seon that ‘Min Jun-ho is a dangerous person,’ maintaining her suspicion. Even when Min Jun-ho approached her, she did not get swayed by emotions and responded coldly according to principles. Particularly, subtle changes were detected in Min Jun-ho’s attitude toward Lee Hwa-young, heightening questions about his true intentions.
And that night, someone broke into Lee Hwa-young’s empty home while she was asleep. The intruder was none of other than Min Jun-ho. Revealing a chilling expression completely different from the gentle image he showed in front of the public, Min Jun-ho wrapped up the 4th episode with a major shock. It was the moment when the mask of a figure who had received everyone’s trust was completely stripped away.
Amidst the actors’ dense performances, solidly built narratives, and intense psychological warfare, unexpected plot twists further elevated the suspense of the psychological thriller ‘The Liar’. Curiosity continues to soar regarding the ultimate truth surrounding Kang Ji-seon and Min Jun-ho, and what actions Min Jun-ho will take after breaking into Lee Hwa-young’s house in the upcoming episodes.
